Scholarship Total Breaks Record

This year, more than $1.5 million in scholarships were awarded at the Scholarship Recognition Dinner — the largest amount to date. The school distributed 364 scholarships to 193 students at the annual celebration of donors and recipients, held Oct. 16 at the UMKC Student Union. School administrators and two current students, Abby Loch, a senior studying dental hygiene, and Kristina Nguyen, a fourth- year dental student, spoke at the event. Continue reading

Donor Recognition and New Scholarships

Medallion and Pin Recipients

Philanthropy Medallions
The Rinehart Medallion honors the memory of Dr. Roy J. Rinehart, longtime dean of the UMKC School of Dentistry. The medallion is bestowed on alumni and friends who have distinguished themselves through philanthropy or service. Each year, lifetime donors of $10,000 or more are given a medallion. Annual donations to the Rinehart Foundation provide invaluable support, enabling the school to improve the quality and expand the scope of its educational, research, clinical and outreach programs. Continue reading

Message from the Chair and Estate Gifts

As this year winds down, I am grateful to be able to take a moment and reflect on the impact of the Rinehart Foundation’s generous donors and the impact of their generosity. We awarded more than $1 million in scholarships, provided support to faculty and staff through professorships and development, and provided free care for those patients most in need. These were just a few of the ways your contributions helped our school this year. Continue reading

Message from the Dean

I usually end my dean’s messages with a note of gratitude, but in this donor appreciation edition of Explorer, it seems much more fitting to start with thanks.

The contributions of our loyal alumni and friends, talented students, hardworking staff, faculty, administration and researchers committed to the very highest standards are what make us great. In this issue, we’re afforded the opportunity to recognize and express gratitude for extraordinary generosity, support and commitment. Continue reading