Dean’s Message: Pride and Gratitude
The dean reflects on his time at the Dugoni School.
University News
A breakthrough drug discovered by a University of the Pacific professor to treat a progressive and life-threatening type of heart disease has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Current Issue
What’s happening at and around the Dugoni School.
Philanthropy
The Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry family and generous community supporters gathered on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at the InterContinental Hotel in San Francisco to raise funds for the school’s Kids in the Klinic (KITK) program.
Alumni Profile: Dr. Erin Shah ’14
From establishing an innovative pediatric dentistry practice to driving policy changes that expand access to care, Shah has built her career by transforming obstacles into opportunities for meaningful change.
Alumni Profile: Dr. Paul Chu ’02
Dr. Paul K. Chu ’02 can quickly name many people who have mentored him along his career path, and there is an additional inspiration…
Old School
Saturday, April 26, 2025 marked the 30th anniversary of the dental school’s Senior Smiles and Wellness Health Fair.
In Memoriam
Saying goodbye to three members of the Dugoni School family.
Dean Nader A. Nadershahi | An Admired Leader
“I’ve learned this about service,” Nadershahi says. “A leader must have humility. It’s not about you as a leader, or your legacy. It’s about the organization and the people you serve.”
Community, Engagement and Advocacy
It’s no secret that alumni, faculty and students of the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry are leaders in their respective professional communities, including in organizations.