School of Dentistry

To our December 2025 Graduates,

Congratulations on achieving a significant career milestone. Your graduation is the result of many years of hard work and focused perseverance. Your accomplishments are a direct reflection of your commitment to academic and clinical excellence and to providing high-quality patient care.

Thank you for choosing West Virginia University and the WVU School of Dentistry for your studies. Your many friends at the School of Dentistry are incredibly proud of you and share in your excitement. You have developed a strong bond with your colleagues who will be a part of your professional network for years to come.

The profession of dentistry is rapidly evolving. The importance of lifelong learning and continued professional education has never been more important and remains central to our growth as a profession.

As healthcare professionals, our commitment to excellence and the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care must always be at the center of our every action. Find your purpose and remain cognizant of your work-life harmony. Never lose sight of the fact that life is about the journey and not about a destination. It is important to look at graduation as a beginning and not as an endpoint.

Today is a day of celebration and appreciation. Celebrating your accomplishments is well-earned and very well deserved. Please be sure to share your appreciation with your family, friends and loved ones for their strong encouragement and support during your journey.

Congratulations and best wishes on your graduation. We wish you much success and all the best in your future endeavors. Let’s Go!