School of Dentistry

Restorative Dentistry Funding

OHSU School of Dentistry

This annual lecture is held in honor of an outstanding leader and vital contributor to the dental community, Dr. Nicholas H. Marineau. Dr. Marineau received his D.M.D. from the then University of Oregon Dental School (now OHSU) in 1957. After two years in the Air Force, he entered private practiced in Beaverton, OR, where he practiced general dentistry until he passed away in September of 2000. Nick was always active in state, alumni and private organizations that were dedicated to the advancement of dentistry. He served as President of the Oregon Dental Association, President of his local dental society, President of the Dental School Alumni Association, and editor of the Journal of the Oregon Dental Association. He also was appointed twice by the Governor to the Oregon Board of Dentistry and served as its president for one term.

Nick believed professionalism was the underlying key to success in dentistry. To him, professionalism meant that the dentist had an obligation to be continually upgrading his/her clinical skills to insure that a patient’s trust was not misplaced but rather rewarded with the best of dental care. Nick believed passionately in continuing dental education and served as a study club mentor himself for many years. As an academician, Nick was demanding but fair. His expectations were high for the students, but the students also realized that he would be there for them to help them meet those challenges. Nick’s enthusiasm for dentistry was contagious and he served as great role model for the students.

For more information about the series, contact OHSU Continuing Dental Education online or call 503-494-8857.

This scholarship has been established to honor the memory of Dr. John C. "Jack" Mitchem, Professor Emeritus of the OHSU School of Dentistry who served on the faculty for 45 years.  Dr. Mitchem was internationally known for his research in dental biomaterials, and for his work on the American Dental Association standards committees.  At OHSU, Dr. Mitchem was a tireless educator, whose enthusiasm for teaching and learning was contagious. 

The purpose of this is to provide a scholarship to highly qualified sophomore and junior dental students with an interest in dental materials/dental materials science.  The scholarship will support a student's attendance at a national meeting where they will represent OHSU SoD. This opportunity will provide the student with a broad perspective of dental research and the role of dental school students and faculty in creating the evidence that guides the practice of dentistry.

Contributions to this fund may be made by contacting Mark Kemball, Director of Alumni Relations and Educational Development. Contact information is below.

Email: kemballm@ohsu.edu
Phone: 503-552-0667

Contributions to the Department of Restorative Dentistry fund are used to support Department activities, such as quarterly and annual meetings of the faculty, faculty attendance at educational and research conferences, supplies and services for small projects related to the academic or research programs within the department, awards and acknowledgements of faculty accomplishments.

Contributions to this fund may be made by contacting Mark Kemball, Director of Alumni Relations and Educational Development. Contact information is below.

Email: kemballm@ohsu.edu
Phone: 503-552-0667