Class of 2008 – Dr. Jeffrey A. Higgins Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established to honor the memory of 2008 classmate, Jeffrey Higgins. Jeff, the Class of 2008’s class president, was known for his kindness, effortless leadership, witty sense of humor and selflessness. The Class of 2008, along with Jeff’s widow, MaKenzi, created this scholarship for dental students with a financial need to celebrate Jeff and his impact on his class and community

Dr. Paul E. and Mrs. Doris Hund Scholarship

Paul E. Hund (D.D.S. ’75) recalls his time at the UMKC School of Dentistry fondly and is grateful for his education and the life it provided him and his family. This scholarship was established to assist UMKC School of Dentistry students and to continue the cycle of giving.

Dr. Prabu and Woon Mi Raman Scholarship Fund

Akila Raman Vaseghi established this scholarship in honor of her parents, Prabu and Woon Mi Raman. Born during Prabu’s senior year of dental school, Akila was no stranger to her parents’ work and spent many hours in their dental practice growing up. This scholarship will provide support to at least one first-year dental student.