Office of Academic and Student Affairs

The Office of Academic and Student Affairs has one priority—our students.

While this is a priority campus-wide, we have the unique perspective and responsibility to help dental students thrive and succeed in an environment where excellence is the standard—they have accepted a challenge, the training is rigorous, and we ensure they have access to the support that is necessary to achieve.

What makes us unique is our comprehensive approach to students' academic, professional, and social development. We accomplish this by:

  • Monitoring academic performance
  • Assisting with tutorial services
  • Providing other academic support instruments
  • Promoting research
  • Supporting student organizations
  • Encouraging social development
  • Awarding scholarships
  • Mentoring
  • Admissions

By taking time to connect with each student, we gauge our support on a very individualized level, customized to meet his or her specific needs.

Admissions

It all begins here.

The Office of Admissions is your gateway to the Meharry dental education. Our role is to guide you through the admission process and help you take the proper steps toward your dental education success. We are only a phone call or email away; knowledgeable staff advise prospective students and keep the candidate's application process moving forward.

Please consult our FAQ section for additional information, and to review official dental school prerequisites and the admissions process. 

Click here to begin the application process. 

Administration, Faculty, and Staff

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Cherae M. Farmer-Dixon, D.D.S., M.S.P.H.

Title: Professor and Associate Dean
Department: Academic and Student Affairs
School: Dentistry

Phone: 615.327.6784
Email: cdixon@mmc.edu

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Thomas Luten, M.S.

Title: Assistant Professor and Co-chair, Admissions
Department: Office of Academic and Student Affairs
School: Dentistry

Phone: 615.327.6741
Email: tluten@mmc.edu

Kimberly Stevenson
Executive Secretary

Trazana Staples
Administrative Assistant, Senior

Angelo C. Lee (AADSAS and Supplemental Application inquiries only)
Interim Admissions Manager
615.327.6223
Email your application inquiry

Contact
Office of Academic and Student Affairs
1005 Dr. D.B. Todd, Jr. Blvd.
Nashville, Tennessee 37208
Telephone: 615.327.6784