FAll 2008

Past Events: October 25, 2008 Annual Fall Breakfast and Lecture

Our group met in room 13-041, the newly redecorated first floor lecture hall. Participants enjoyed a hot catered breakfast and visited with their fellow alums.

At 9:00 am, Dr. Wenyuan Shi, Chairman and Professor of Oral Biology, reviewed his research and spoke about “The Impact of Modern Science on the practice of Dentistry”.

Following Dr. Shi’s talk, the group headed to the Sunset Recreation Center for the “All Dental School” picnic.



Upcoming Events: Reunion and Awards Luncheon Saturday May 16, 2009

The event will be held, in conjunction with the CDA Annual Spring Scientific Session, at the Anaheim Marriott Hotel. It will start at noon and end at 1:30 pm. We will be honoring the classes of ’69, ’74, ’79, ’84, ’89, ’94, ’99, and 2004 as well as our Alumnus and Honorary Alumnus of the Year.

Please join us. Last year, a record 400 people attended. There is no charge for UCLA Dental Alums, Faculty, or current dental students. Guests are $35. To RSVP, please contact Tina Cody at, tcody@dentistry.ucla.edu or call her at 310-825-6238.


Class Representatives Wanted:

We are seeking a few members from each of the Honored Classes to help contact their fellow classmates and encourage them to attend the luncheon. The Alumni Office will help with contact information and mailings.

If you would like to help, please contact our Alumni Activities Coordinator, David Altman, DDS at daltman@dentistry.ucla.edu or 310-206-1022.

News Flash!

Dr. Harold Hargis is the 2009 Honorary Alumnus of the Year:

Come to the Awards and Reunion Luncheon and help us honor Dr. Hargis.


Annual Alumni Silent Auction:

As in years past, the UCLA Dental Alumni Silent Auction will take place during our luncheon and Dean’s Reception. Bidding will start on noon on Saturday May 16 and end at 6:00pm. Some of the featured items and packages will be dental equipment, hotel stays, scenic flights, continuing dental education courses, beauty products, and jewelry. All auction proceeds will go to the Dental Alumni Fund. More auction information and items will be featured in future newsletters.

Come to the Awards and Reunion Luncheon and help us honor Dr. Hargis.


Dean’s Reception:

The Dean’s Reception will take place from 5:00 – 7:30 pm, following the luncheon. It will also be held in the Marque Ballroom at the Marriott. Please join Dean No-Hee Park and your fellow alums for cocktails and hors d’ oeuvres. The event is free and open to UCLA Dental Alums, Faculty, UCLA Dental Students and guests.