Written by Clare Houliston (DDS '26). Edited and inspired by Jillian Desmond (DDS '25).
Meet Clare Houliston, a rising second-year student at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine (CU SDM). Houliston was inspired to pursue dentistry by her countless visits to the dentist as a child in Albuquerque, New Mexico; her passion to serve others; and her older sister who is now a practicing dentist. Although school takes up most of her time, she has spent the past year traveling, snowboarding, picking up pickleball and getting to see more of her new home state.
Now that she's finished her first year at the SDM, she's come up with the following advice for incoming students as they begin their dental education this fall.
Dear DDS Class of 2027:
The next four years will be challenging, but they will also be incredibly rewarding. You will hone your skills and make lifelong friends. Your experiences will help to define the professional you will become when you graduate.
Welcome to the CU School of Dental Medicine!