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香蕉传媒, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry celebrated the Class of 2025 at its 131st Commencement Ceremony June 15 at The Masonic in San Francisco.

More than 200 students and residents graduated with the degrees including: Doctor of Dental Surgery; Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene; Master of Science in Dentistry, Orthodontics; and Master of Science in Dentistry, Endodontology.

The group also included 27 students representing countries from around the world who graduated from the school鈥檚 two-year International Dental Studies program.

鈥淭his is it; this moment right here is the culmination of our dreams. For many of us, it鈥檚 a dream that existed long before we even stepped foot into dental school, but it鈥檚 a dream we have all realized. Today we stand here, awakened and inspired, ready to dream bigger,鈥� said Dr. Mary Lillian Quilici 鈥�25, selected as this year鈥檚 student speaker. 鈥淚t has been my absolute privilege to witness the transformation of the Class of 2025 becoming skilled clinicians and astounding human beings.鈥�

Prior to the ceremony, the weekend was filled with celebratory activities including the Alumni/Graduate Banquet held Friday at the Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco. Hosted by the school鈥檚 alumni association, the event officially welcomed graduates to the school鈥檚 alumni ranks. The Dr. Henry A. Sutro Award for Best Oral Rehabilitation Design: Design and Excellence of Execution was presented to Dr. Ruth Rauca 鈥�25, who was selected from a group of 14 student finalists. Students also recognized faculty members with awards to thank them for their impact on the student learning experience.

Saturday morning, graduates read messages of thanks to family members and significant others who supported them throughout their time in dental school at the Thanks a Bunch Brunch at the InterContinental San Francisco.

Omicron Kappa Upsilon dental honor society inductions were held Saturday evening at the Olympic Club鈥檚 City Clubhouse, where 12% of the graduating class were selected for membership. Selected individuals graduated with high honors. Graduates selected for membership in two other honor societies, Phi Kappa Phi and Tau Kappa Omega, were recognized at special events held earlier in May and June.

As a special public recognition for the graduates, San Francisco City Hall was illuminated in Pacific鈥檚 colors of orange and black Saturday evening in recognition of graduates鈥� impact on the local community.

鈥淵our time at the Dugoni School has demanded intellect, resilience, precision, hard work and heart. You鈥檝e not only gained deep knowledge and critical skills, but you鈥檝e also embraced the values that define a true health care professional, including integrity, compassion and courage,鈥� said Dr. Nader A. Nadershahi, dean of the Dugoni School鈥淚n every patient you treat, every colleague you support, and every decision you make, these values will distinguish you not just as providers of care, but as agents of positive change in not only our profession, but in our world. I know you will carry forward the very high standards of the Dugoni School. Your training not only equips you to repair smiles, but to transform lives,鈥� Nadershahi said.