The School of Dentistry’s Office of Student Affairs is committed to helping students manage the demands of this rigorous educational program. For a Spanish version of this page click here.

The Office of Student Affairs coordinates the following programs:

Orientation

The School of Dentistry hosts a two-day orientation program with a goal of providing new students essential information to help support a successful transition to Dental School. During Orientation, students will meet with the School of Dentistry dean and faculty, talk with continuing students about their academic experiences, learn about important policies and resources, and pickup items needed for the start of the program.

Mentorship

Designed through a unique collaboration with the Wisconsin Dental Association and Pierre Fauchard Academy, the School of Dentistry’s Mentorship Program is the template for similar programs nationwide. Dentists throughout Wisconsin serve as mentors and advisers to dental students, forming professional relationships and friendships that last a lifetime.

Diversity and Inclusion

Understanding the impact and role diversity plays in society and the dental profession, the Office of DEI & Belonging is committed to being a vital link to Marquette University and the local community. In part, the office mission is to help create and maintain an environment that is welcoming and responsive and one that meets the need of students, faculty, administrators and staff. We serve as a contributor to everyone’s success.

White Coat Ceremony

The White Coat Ceremony serves as your official welcome into the study of clinical dentistry by members of the dental profession. At the ceremony, you will receive a ceremonial white coat and swear an oath in the presence of family and friends of your intentions and willingness to assume the responsibilities and obligations of the practice of dentistry. This ceremony is managed by the Office of Student Affairs and Office of Admissions.

Senior Awards, Hooding and Commencement

The Senior Awards Program recognizes academic, clinical and leadership achievements of graduating seniors. 

The Hooding Ceremony confers the title of doctor. After this ceremony, you can officially use the prefix of "Dr."

These programs are managed by the offices of the Dean, Student Affairs, Alumni Relations and many other members of the Dental School community.

Other Resources

• Office of Admissions, School of Dentistry
• Office of Registrar
• Office of Student Financial Aid
• Office of Student Loan Accounts and Collections
• Office of the Bursar
• Counseling Center
• Campus Ministry
• CARE (Campus Assessment Response and Education) Team
• ADA
• ADEA
• WDA
• Marquette Medical Clinic

Phone: (414) 288-3714 Email: katie.koncki@marquette.edu

Katie Koncki, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs Katie Koncki was named the inaugural assistant dean of student affairs in October 2024 after previously holding the title of director of student success and practice transitions. In her role, she continues to manage her unit in addition to overseeing the dental school’s office of admissions, the office of DEI & Belonging and the newly established mental health program. Koncki received her master's degree from Marquette in 2006. She has worked in higher education since 2001, including two stints at Marquette. She joined MUSoD in 2019. Koncki played a key role in developing the office of student success and practice transition’s mission to provide a holistic experience for students, supporting them from their entry into dental school through their transition into practice and beyond. She also fostered strong relationships with dental community partners.