College of Dentistry Alumni Reunion

October 3-4, 2025 in Lincoln.
Alumni Class Honor years are those ending in "5" or "0" however, all alumni are invited to attend.
We look forward to welcoming you back for this special College of Dentistry Alumni Reunion. Invitation and registration are coming soon.
The Husker football team will play its Homecoming game vs. Michigan State on 10/4, and hotel rooms in Lincoln are filling up quickly. We recommend that you make your reservations as early as possible.
As of June 8, our block of rooms at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Lincoln (1040 P Street) has sold out. You’re welcome to contact the hotel directly to inquire about additional availability. They can be reached at 402-474-1111.
We have set up a new room block that you may utilize.
Hampton Inn Lincoln South-Heritage Park
5922 Vandervoot Drive
Book your room online or call 402-420-7800 and ask to book in the University of Nebraska Board of Regents block. A two-night reservation (Friday and Saturday) is required. Single-night reservations are only allowed for Thursday night. Parking is free for guests.
- Thursday, October 2: $129 + tax
- Friday, October 3: $229 + tax
- Saturday October 4: $229 + tax
The Alumni Office will send a confirmation email to registrants within one week of the reunion. That message will contain all the information you need for your participation in Alumni Reunion Weekend.
Pricing & Schedule
Registration for all reunion events is required by September 19th.
Pricing for Friday, October 3, 2025
- Continuing Education
- Dental alumni and Dental non-alumni = $50/person
- Dental Hygiene alumni and auxiliary staff = $35/person
- 2020 - 2025 Graduates (both Dental and Dental Hygiene) = FREE
- Sponsor a student to attend = $25/person
- College of Dentistry Alumni Reception
- $50/person for dinner buffet and two drink tickets.
Pricing for Saturday, October 4, 2025
- Michigan State at Nebraska Football Game
- 20 football game tickets are available for purchase in pairs for $70 each.
- Pre-Game Tailgate: The cost is $25 per person and includes a buffet meal and non-alcoholic beverages. A cash bar will also be available.
11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Check in for Continuing Education
Nebraska East Union
4000 E. Campus Loop, Lincoln, NE
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Nebraska-Themed Lunch with Dean Gerry Kugel, DMD, PhD
Nebraska East Union
Remarks from the Dean will be at 12 p.m.
Lunch is from iconic Nebraska favorites Valentino’s and Runza.
$15/person for lunch
12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Continuing Education for Dentists and Hygienists
Nebraska East Union
The College’s CE Office will facilitate issuing credit.
Featured speakers:
- Amanda R. Wobido, DDS, MS
Assistant Professor
Adult Restorative Dentistry Department - Peter J. Giannini, DDS, MS
Associate Professor and Director of Clinical and Translational Research
Department of Oral Biology
2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Student-Led Tours of the College
Ice Cream from the Dairy Store will be available.
5 – 7:30 p.m.
College of Dentistry Alumni Reunion Reception
Nebraska East Union - Great Plains Room
1705 Arbor Dr, Lincoln, NE
The evening program will feature remarks from the Dean, alumni awards, honor class recognition, and musical entertainment. Honor classes will be seated together, recognized during the program, and have a group photo taken by the reunion photographer.
7:30 p.m.
Honor Class Time Available
Free time for honor classes to meet at locations around Lincoln or stay at the East Campus Union for further celebration.
Michigan State at Nebraska Football Game
As of June 30, the official game time has not been announced. It will be scheduled for either 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m., or 3 p.m.
- Tickets: The College of Dentistry Alumni Board has secured a block of 20 football game tickets, available for purchase in pairs. Tickets are $70 each and will be added to your registration fee. Tickets are on a first-come, first-served basis through online registration. Please note that, per the Nebraska Athletic Department, all tickets will be delivered electronically via the Huskers app. Printed tickets are not available.
- Pre-Game Tailgate: Join the College of Dentistry Alumni Association for an indoor tailgate at the Embassy Suites Downtown Lincoln in Chancellor’s Rooms II and III. The tailgate will open two and a half hours before the announced game time. The cost is $25 per person and includes a buffet meal and non-alcoholic beverages. A cash bar will also be available. Pre-registration is required to help us plan for space and catering.