Student Resources
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Students choose UIC College of Dentistry not just because we offer a world-class oral health education continuously improved by innovation and led by expert faculty and staff – in the heart of the great city of Chicago – but also because our student experience is so enriching.
Student Life Heading link
One of the biggest reasons I chose UIC for dental school is because it’s so welcoming and supportive – it’s like a family.
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UIC is proud to be recognized as having one of the most ethnically and culturally rich college campuses in America.
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The College of Dentistry offers students many opportunities to pursue an area of research study to enhance their education experience. The Student Research Group is a student-led initiative that provides an opportunity for students to engage in a patient-based study at the level of scientific inquiry. The Multidisciplinary Oral Science Training (MOST) Program offers Summer and Predental Programs for Undergraduates.
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As a student researcher, I have the advantage of impacting patient lives in and beyond the clinic.
Community Engagement Heading link
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There are many ways our students get involved and enhance their training through Community Health programs. Students can:
- Educate children on the importance of prevention in Chicago area community schools and health centers.
- Become involved and enhance your training through service learning opportunities
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For more information on the College of Dentistry’s Student Services & Resources:
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Contact
For questions comments or concerns, please contact Academic Affairs:
Philip Patston, DPhil
Interim Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs
patston@uic.eduAngelica Alvarez, M.Ed
Director & Registrar
aalvar30@uic.eduMichael Joyce, MSc
Associate Director
mdjoyce2@uic.eduAndrea Magallon
Program/Student Advisor
amagal3@uic.edu
Teaching & Learning TechnologySyedda Mehdi
Instructional Development Specialist
312-355-0357For questions comments or concerns, please contact Student Affairs: CODAdmissions@uic.edu
Dr. Darryl D. Pendleton
Associate Dean for Student and Diversity Affairs
801 South Paulina Street, Room 102GD
312-355-1670Dr. Patrick Smith
Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
801 S. Paulina Street, Room 104
312-996-3465Dr. Georgia Lymberopolous
Director and Advisor of Pre-Dental Undergraduate Programs
801 S. Paulina Street, Room 104Dr. Sheela Raja
Director of Resilience Center
801 S. Paulina Street, Room 104
312-413-0559Ms. Carolyn Feller
Director of Student and Diversity Affairs
801 South Paulina Street, Room 104A
312-996-2873Ms. Braulia Espinosa
Director of Student and Diversity Affairs
801 South Paulina Street, Room 104B
312-355-0320Ms. Meah Rogers
Associate Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
801 South Paulina Street, Room 104C
312-355-1327Ms. Millie Mendez
Student Advocate
801 South Paulina Street, Room 104Ms. Alia Mir
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
801 South Paulina Street, Room 530 CC
312-996-9469
Additional Resources Heading link
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Curriculum at a Glance
Download here.
Academic Resources
DMD DMDAS Curriculum Progression
Course Descriptions (UIC Catalog)
Office of Academic Affairs: Official Letter Request