Cassandra Salas says the school’s innovative curriculum, amazing faculty and advanced technology clinic will make her the best clinician she can be.

Juochi Tsai is the first in her family to study in a non-Taiwanese college, the first to pursue a doctoral degree and the first to pursue a career in the health care industry.

Rebecca Russell wants to make a positive impact on the oral health of the El Paso community and surrounding areas, especially for the underserved.

Carla Sanchez’ diverse educational and work background has prepared her well for dental school. She has a degree in biology, has conducted vaccine research and worked in an orthopaedic hospital as an autotransfusionist.

Sana Asghar Khan looks forward to helping the El Paso community while participating in hands-on learning that will eventually allow her to help people anywhere.

After years working as a dental assistant, Alanna Huth is now pursing a D.M.D. at the Hunt School of Dental Medicine.

Steven Venzor sees quality oral health care as necessary for everyone and wants to be a part of the impact on their quality of life.

Growing up, Paulette Ramirez underwent dental treatments and surgeries for a condition she was born with. She saw first-hand what makes a great dentist.

At the Hunt School of Dental Medicine, Gentry Nielson is energized by the faculty and community’s willingness to go above and beyond for students.

Michelle McAden says the inaugural Hunt School of Dental Medicine class “is like a family. Everyone is so supportive of one another, and I can honestly say that I’ve made lifelong friends.”

Vanessa Chang is passionate about health care equity and reducing oral health disparities.

As a member of the Hunt School of Dental Medicine’s inaugural class, Seth Hartman feels lucky to leave his mark and set a precedent for being a loving and caring student and dental professional.