Krista Lancaster (BSDH ’15) has worked fulltime in private practice with a general dentist in Lenexa, Kansas, since her graduation from the School of Dentistry in 2015. She also has served on the UMKC Dental Hygienists’ Alumni Association board since 2015, first as chairman and now as president.

“The DHAA is a wonderful organization allowing alumni to network and make lifelong friends, along with making a real difference in the lives of the dental hygiene students by assisting them with scholarships and grants,” Lancaster said. “I look forward to increasing event coordination between the DHAA and the Dental Alumni Association, as well as the Rinehart Foundation.”

Lancaster added, “The 2020 Midwest Dental Conference will continue to build upon strengths of the revamped Dental Hygiene Alumni and Friends Luncheon and the well-received speakers and topics. We continue to recruit board members and currently have spots available. The 2019-2020 year is looking bright, and I look forward to supporting our students and alumni!”