Much of the success of each Midwest Dental Conference is due to
the indispensible efforts of the student Diplomats. Michael LeBlanc (r),
Dental Class of 2003, was one of many Diplomats who staffed the
meeting registration booths.

Amongst the bustle of Scientific Sessions, Technical Exhibits and
social events, the lobby of the Hyatt Regency Hotel serves
as an oasis of relaxation and conversation.

UMKC Chancellor Martha Gilliland was welcomed by Dean Michael
Reed to her first Rinehart Recognition Breakfast, Saturday
morning. Chancellor Gilliland addressed the audience,
stressing the importance of the School of Dentistry ’s contributions
to the mission of the University.

From A-dec to Waterclave, more than 130 companies displayed their
wares at the Technical Exhibits. Exhibitors and attendees enjoyed the
extra elbow room afforded by the centralized location of the Crown Center
Exhibit Hall, which opened in 2000.

Paulette Spencer (r) (D.D.S. ’78, Ph.D. ’93), 2001 Dental Alumni
president, and Gary Newman (D.D.S. ’66), 2002 Dental Alumni president,
display the official spoon that the outgoing president bestows
on the incoming president. The spoon has taken the place of the
official gavel that was lost a few years ago.

The President's Reception, Saturday evening, offered an ideal environment
for UMKC alumni, students and faculty to meet and mingle while
enjoying the hospitality of Dental Alumni President Paulette Spencer
(D.D.S. '78, Ph.D. '93).