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College of Dental Medicine–Arizona
2021 Commencement
Midwestern University
Tomorrow’s Healthcare Team
College of Dental Medicine–Arizona
2021 Commencement
Midwestern University • Glendale Campus
Friday, the Twenty-Eighth of May, Two Thousand and Twenty-One
1Officers and Administrators of Midwestern University
Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Gregory J. Gaus
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Joshua C. Baker, O.D., M.S.
Vice President and Chief Academic Officer,
Optometry, Pharmacy, and Veterinary Education
Mary W.L. Lee, Pharm.D., BCPS, FCCP
Vice President, Special Assistant to the President
Dean P. Malone, M.B.A.
Vice President, Finance
Angela L. Marty, M.A., PHR
Vice President, Human Resources and Administration
Barbara L. McCloud, J.D., M.B.A.
Vice President and General Counsel
Kathleen N. Player, Ed.D., M.S.N., M.B.A., M.S.C.
Vice President and Chief Academic Officer,
Medical and Health Sciences Education, and Vice President, Clinic Operations
Kyle H. Ramsey, Ph.D.
Vice President and Chief Academic Officer,
Dental and Graduate Studies Education
2Officers and Administrators of Midwestern University
Thomas A. Boyle, D.O., FACOEP, FACEP
Dean, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
Mitchell R. Emerson, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Pharmacy
Downers Grove and Glendale Campuses
Alicia E. Feis, O.D., FAAO
Dean, Arizona College of Optometry
Thomas K. Graves, D.V.M., Ph.D., DACVIM
Dean, College of Veterinary Medicine
Harold J. Haering Jr., D.M.D.
Dean, College of Dental Medicine–Illinois
Jeffrey L. Jensen, D.P.M., FACFAS
Dean, Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine
Lori A. Kemper, D.O., M.S., FACOFP
Dean, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
Ross J. Kosinski, Ph.D.
Dean of Students and Director of Community Outreach
Downers Grove and Glendale Campuses
Fred D. Romano, Ph.D., FASAHP
Dean, College of Health Sciences, Downers Grove Campus
Jacquelyn M. Smith, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Health Sciences, Glendale Campus
P. Bradford Smith, D.D.S.
Dean, College of Dental Medicine–Arizona
Melissa A. Suckow, O.D., FAAO
Dean, Chicago College of Optometry
Yir Gloria Yueh, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Graduate Studies
Downers Grove and Glendale Campuses
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Order of Ceremony
Opening Music
Pomp and Circumstance by E. Elgar
Welcome Address
Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Oath of a Dentist
P. Bradford Smith, D.D.S.
Dean, College of Dental Medicine–Arizona
Presentation of Graduates
Dr. Smith
Conferral of Degrees
Dr. Goeppinger
Announcement of Graduates
Gary Johnson, D.D.S.
Preclinical Associate Professor
Honoring Our Military Graduates
Student Remarks
Rachel Bryant
Class of 2021 Valedictorian
Closing Remarks
Dr. Goeppinger
Benediction
Dr. Goeppinger
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5College of Dental Medicine–Arizona Class of 2021
Doctor of Dental Medicine Class of 2021
Fathi Abdallah Dallin K. Burk Tommy Dang
Chicago, IL Queen creek, AZ Buena Park, CA
Taylor B. Anderson Jenna C. Bushman Paige M. Davis
Rice Lake, WI Woodburn, OR Saratoga, CA
Ann Elizabeth Andrews Joshua R. Chisholm Felicia P. Desai
Scottsdale, AZ Payson, UT Springfield, OH
Bradley J. Babits John Cismas Henry Diep
Scottsdale, AZ Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors San Leandro, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Nhi Thuy Balogh Lisa Phuong Do
Bien Hoa, Vietnam Joel T. Clark Fountain Valley, CA
Sandy, UT
Shannon K. Bischoff Amber L Downing
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Stephanie A. Cluff Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors
Brookville, IN San Diego, CA Maple Valley, WA
D’Angelo G. Blackhorse Carlye A. Colby Mehrdad Ebadi
Phoenix, AZ Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Dallas, TX
Crown Point, IN
Casey J. Bowen Timothy Wayne Ellis Jr.
Wasilla, AK Claudio Cosio Aurora, CO
Anchorage, AK
Casey Brent Brewer Tyler J. Elwood
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Joshua Kay Cox Bountiful, UT
Clinton, UT St. George, UT
Amanda C. Enloe
Rachel M. Bryant Nathan O. Cruz Alabaster, AL
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Carson, CA
Tucson, AZ Neda Esmaili
Kyle Oliver Curtis Dallas, TX
Tan M. Bui Bethel, CT
Alpharetta, GA Jose L. Estrada
Simi Valley, CA
6Midwestern University Glendale, Arizona
Jonathan B. Funtanilla Logan Clyde Helquist Sahar N. Kareem
San Antonio, TX Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Ann Arbor, MI
Mesa, AZ
Jarlath C. Garcia Maryam Keikhosro Kiani
San Diego, CA Brandon Simmons Herrscher Esfahan, Iran
Trabuco Canyon, CA
Joshua W. Gardner Kayla A. Keppler
Tucson, AZ Joseph R. Hess Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors
Scottsdale, AZ Wenatchee, WA
Spencer S. Gillespie
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Hunter J. Hinton Macie L. Kerr
Colorado Springs, CO Prescott, AZ Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors
Morgan Hill, CA
Stewart A. Glines Meera M. Hirpara
Hereford, AZ Riverside, CA Amit Khetan
New York, NY
Brian K. Gordon Arezoo Holdaway
Provo, UT Woodinville, WA Harrison J. Klerk
Green Bay, WI
Harseerat Kaur Guraya Brian A. Holtan
Sudbury, ON Rock Springs, WY Thomas L. Kovas
Brimley, MI
Erik Long Gustafson Lauren M. Houliston
Golden, CO Albuquerque, NM Haden Steven Lawton
Lemoore, CA
Brandon Halls Michael Morgan Hughes
Gilbert, AZ Nokesville, VA Craig A. Lazenby
Phoenix, AZ
Alexander J. Hang Anthony J. Huizenga
Portland, OR Randolph, WI Eyvonne Kyung Lee
Austin, TX
Julie M. Hayes Regina Marie Javier
Bountiful, UT Tampa, FL Jesse D. Lewis
Vacaville, CA
Jennifer A. Hecht Joe J. Johnson
Mesa, AZ Fort Worth, TX Albert Lim
Federal Way, WA
Austin Tucker Heiner Ritta Akel Karam
Sandy, UT Portland, OR
7College of Dental Medicine–Arizona Class of 2021
Raphael J. Lior Khadija Nafi Oliver Khoa Van Pham
Maccabim-Reut, Israel Venturta, CA Anaheim Hills, CA
Floyd Lopez Uran Andy T. Nguyen Sarah A. Picard
Phoenix, AZ Houston, TX Stillwater, MN
Rachelle Jazmier Malit Judy Nguyen Lilly A. Poor
Raleigh, NC Chandler, AZ Bloomington, IN
Nicholas E. Mancuso Nhu Quynh Thi Nguyen Dakota W. Pottle
Chandler, AZ NhaTrang, Vietnam Charleston, IL
Rachel L. Mankowitz Thanh P. Nguyen Micah J. Putnam
Mount Airy, MD Houston, TX Los Alamos, NM
Christopher Marsh Victoria Nguyen Veronica Puzio
Arlington, TX Hillsborough, NJ
Arika L. Martinoni
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Nicole Noble Joshua Sapell Raiffe
Tomales, CA Peoria, AZ Cleveland, OH
Aaron Louis Mayberry Jordan A. Noe Christiana M. Redmond
La Mirada, CA Boston, MA Glendale, AZ
Taylor E. McGreevey Nicholas A. Novakovich Justin A. Reynolds
Missoula, MT Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Battle Ground, WA
Spokane, WA
Steven Joseph Melter Calen E. Rhodes
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Jenna J. Park Syracuse, UT
Albuquerque, NM Tucson, AZ
Shane M. Roberson
Lance V. Metsger Greg Parker Bakersfield, CA
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Fort Atkinson, WI
Greensburg, PA Christopher Cottam Rocheleau
Dhara S. Patel Southington, CT
Kyle Raymond Mow Flagstaff, AZ
Elk Grove, CA Melissa M. Roe
Cabot, AR
8Midwestern University Glendale, Arizona
Timothy J. Royer Kyung Sunwoo Christian G. Triand
Port Arthur, TX Los Angeles, CA Woodridge, IL
Ty A. Sampsell Martin-Miguel Vergel de Dios Tabije Toni R. Trujillo
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Vacaville, CA Thornton, CO
Milton, PA
Allen Tang Melanie R. Vandenberg
Sahar Saremifard Chandler, AZ Santa Cruz, CA
San Antonio, AZ
Lauren L. Tang Andrew T. Wakefield
Terrin M. Seaver Glendale, AZ Cleveland Heights, OH
Lake Geneva, WI
Greg Tashdjian Sydney J. Wakefield
Ian M. Sellers La Crescenta, CA Homerville, OH
Mount Airy, MD
Jacqueline C. Taylor Justin J. Waters
Jennifer L. Shaw Chandler, AZ Mesa, AZ
Chandler, AZ
Stafford Larson Thomas Adrienne Wells
Sal Sheckley Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Lawton, OK
Los Angeles, CA Highland, UT
Ashley L. Westbee
Sophia M. Sidhom Brandon Lake Thorpe Bismarck, ND
Tampa, FL Cassopolis, MI
Austin LeRoy Wheatley
Tejwinder Singh Sidhu Edgardo Nicolas Timpanaro Adair, IA
Chestermere, AB Buenos Aires, Argentina
Enoch W. Wiesner
Justin Keith Stanford Ashton A. Tracey San Diego, CA
Lethbridge, AB Roseville, CA
Juliann C. Willardson
Michael W. Stanley Amanda Tran Kanab, UT
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honors Arlington, TX
Phoenix, AZ Samuel Kay Young
Bo D. Tran Gilbert, AZ
Emily K. Stemen Peoria, AZ
Boerne, TX
9College of Dental Medicine–Arizona Class of 2021
Oath of a Dentist
At this time of being admitted as a member of the dental
profession, I affirm my loyalty to the profession I am about to
enter and solemnly pledge myself to the service of humanity.
I shall dedicate myself to render, to the best of my ability, the
highest standard of oral healthcare to my patients.
I will accept responsibility only for those matters for which I am
competent, maintain a relationship of respect and confidences so
all patients may come to me safe in the knowledge that their total
health and well-being are my first considerations, and never take
advantage of the patient-provider relationship.
I will not permit consideration of religion, nationality, race or
social standing to intervene between my duty and my patients.
I will value the knowledge and wisdom of the healthcare
professionals who have taught me and endeavor to contribute
to the traditions of my profession.
I will recognize my weaknesses and my strengths and strive to
develop those qualities that will earn the respect of my patients,
my colleagues and my family.
I shall accept the responsibility that my competence rests on
my continual attainment of knowledge and skill in the arts and
science of dentistry.
I make these promises solemnly, freely and upon my honor.
10Academic Regalia and Processional
Gown
The gown is the cornerstone of the academic costume that has its origins in 12th and 13th century Europe,
a period when universities were being formed. Today, Midwestern University follows guidelines established
by the American Council on Education. All graduates wear black gowns, with the front panels of the doctoral
gown trimmed in black velvet. Each sleeve of the doctoral gown is adorned with three bars of black velvet with
bell-shaped wrist ends. The master’s gown is unadorned, with the wrist ends of the sleeve open oblongs that
extend beyond the hand.
Arizona College of College of Health Sciences College of Health Sciences Arizona College of
Osteopathic Medicine Cardiovascular Science Clinical Psychology Program Optometry
Discipline Color: Kelly Green Program (Master) Discipline Color: Seafoam
Liner Color: Navy Discipline Color: Gold Discipline Color: Gold Liner Color: Navy
Liner Color: Navy Liner Color: Navy
Chevron Color: Gold Chevron Color: Gold Chevron Color: Gold
Chevron Color: Gold
College of Pharmacy, College of Health Sciences College of Veterinary
College of Health Sciences
Glendale Nurse Anesthesia Program Medicine
Physical Therapy Program
Discipline Color: Olive (Doctor) Discipline Color: Teal Discipline Color: Gray
Liner Color: Navy Discipline Color: Apricot Liner Color: Navy Liner Color: Navy
Chevron Color: Gold Liner Color: Navy Chevron Color: Gold
Chevron Color: Gold
Chevron Color: Gold
College of Health Sciences College of Health Sciences College of Graduate Studies
College of Health Sciences
Physician Assistant Program Nurse Anesthesia Program Speech-Language Pathology Biomedical Sciences Program
Discipline Color: Gold (Master) Program Discipline Color: Gold
Liner Color: Navy Discipline Color: Gold Discipline Color: Crimson Liner Color: Navy
Chevron Color: Gold Liner Color: Navy Liner Color: Navy Chevron Color: Gold
Chevron Color: Gold Chevron Color: Gold
College of Health Sciences Arizona College of
Occupational Therapy College of Health Sciences College of Dental Podiatric Medicine
Program Clinical Psychology Program Medicine–Arizona Discipline Color: Nile Green
(Doctor) Discipline Color: Lilac Liner Color: Navy
Discipline Color: Sage Green Chevron Color: Gold
Liner Color: Navy Discipline Color: Royal Blue Liner Color: Navy
Chevron Color: Gold Liner Color: Navy Chevron Color: Gold
Chevron Color: Gold
Presidential Medallion
The official symbol of authority of the office of the President of Midwestern University is the presidential
medallion. Worn around the neck of the President at all University commencements, the medallion, imprinted
with the University seal, is attached to a chain of office featuring tiles with the names of all nine leaders of
MWU and its Founding College. The 24-karat gold-plated medallion and its chain were originally crafted in
1988 for the inauguration of the first President of the newly established Midwestern University.
A new medallion was crafted in 1995 for the inauguration of Kathleen H. Goeppinger, Ph.D., the ninth
University President, featuring the seal of Midwestern University on the obverse.
In 2003, a new University seal was created, which still retains elements of the 1995 redesign, namely, the Bell
Tower, representing the focal point of the Downers Grove Campus; the Staff of Asclepius, the symbol of the medical
profession; Trees, symbols of learning with branches representing the many educational opportunities available at
MWU; and the Date of 1900, the year the first college of the University was founded. Engraved on the nine golden
tiles that comprise the 36-inch chain are the names of the current President and her eight notable predecessors.
Midwestern University Coins
A custom minted coin is a military tradition to recognize achievement, create incentive, improve safety, or show
appreciation for duty, dedication, or a job well done. Midwestern University proudly presents graduates who are
in the military or entering the military following graduation with a coin to honor their service to our country.
11History of Midwestern University
Midwestern University has a proud and impressive history. Founded in 1900 as the American
College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery by J. Martin Littlejohn, Ph.D., D.O., M.D.
(1865–1947), the organization was incorporated in Chicago, Illinois, to train physicians in a
not-for-profit environment.
Dr. Littlejohn hired talented faculty that enabled the College to establish a reputation as a leader
in medical education, research, and clinical practice. The early faculty mentored their students
in the art and science of osteopathic medicine while teaching surgery, the principles and practices
of osteopathic medicine, anatomy, and basic science.
The growth of the osteopathic college is intertwined with that of the osteopathic medical
profession itself. Ever since 1874 when a country doctor, Andrew Taylor Still, announced his
new theory of treating patients and began the first college in 1892, the profession has grown
in reputation and acceptance around the country and international settings.
The Downers Grove Campus was purchased in 1986, and the Chicago College of Osteopathic
Medicine moved from its prior home in Hyde Park, Illinois, to this western suburb of Illinois.
Following the relocation of the College, the Board of Trustees voted to begin the development
of new academic programs within the health sciences including the College of Pharmacy
(1991) and the College of Health Sciences (1992). In 1993, the Board of Trustees unanimously
approved a single educational mission for the institution, and Midwestern University emerged.
The Downers Grove Campus has since expanded to include the College of Dental Medicine–
Illinois (2009), the Chicago College of Optometry (2014), and the College of Graduate Studies
(2018). The Downers Grove Campus, located on 105 acres, has buildings that include academic
classrooms, laboratories, a state-of-the-art library and auditorium building, and student housing.
The Midwestern University Multispecialty Clinic was established in 2013 and includes the
Dental Institute, a Family Medicine Practice, the Speech-Language Institute, the Physical
Therapy Institute, the Eye Institute, and other health services designed to meet a wide range
of healthcare needs.
The Glendale Campus was established in 1995 when the Board of Trustees approved the
purchase of land and the building of a new campus in Arizona. The Glendale Campus is
home to the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (1995), the College of Health Sciences
(1996), the College of Pharmacy (1998), the College of Dental Medicine–Arizona (2006), the
Arizona College of Optometry (2008), the College of Veterinary Medicine (2012), the College
of Graduate Studies (2018), and Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine (2020). The campus has
seen rapid growth in the number of buildings, academic programs, faculty, staff, and students.
The Glendale Campus, located on 156 acres, has buildings that provide for academic classrooms,
state-of-the-art laboratories, and student housing. Five Midwestern University Clinics provide
quality care for the community: the Multispecialty Clinic, which opened in 2007; the Dental
Institute and the Eye Institute, which opened in 2010; the Animal Health Institute—comprised
of the Companion Animal Clinic (opened 2014), Equine and Bovine Center (opened 2015), and
Diagnostic Pathology Center (opened 2016); and the Therapy Institute, which opened in 2020.
Midwestern University is still governed by the strong principles of the founding administration
and faculty. An independent, not-for-profit corporation organized primarily to provide graduate
and postgraduate education in the health sciences, the University is dedicated to the education
and development of its students, faculty, and staff in an environment that encourages learning
and personal development.
12Midwestern University Tomorrow’s Healthcare Team Glendale Campus 19555 North 59th Avenue | Glendale, Arizona 85308 www.midwestern.edu
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