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B. Lamont Lowery, MA, is an esteemed member of the UNC Chapel Hill Adams School of Dentistry’s Office of Admissions and Student Life, where he assumed the role of Assistant Dean for Student Recruitment and Engagement in July 2020. In this pivotal capacity, he takes charge of overseeing the school’s recruitment initiatives and plays a vital role in fostering a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Prior to his tenure at UNC, Mr. Lowery served as the Director of Admissions for the East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine for a remarkable decade. His deep-rooted connection with East Carolina University is evidenced by his dual alumni status, having earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees there. At UNC, Mr. Lowery’s contributions have been swift and impactful. In January 2022, he became an integral part of the Carolina Engagement Council, where his involvement in advising the Carolina Across 100 initiative has been instrumental. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as a valuable member of the application review team for the “Our State, Our Work” program, actively participating in the assessment of community applications and providing crucial input in the selection of the inaugural cohort. Mr. Lowery’s extensive network extends beyond the UNC campus. He has cultivated strong collaborative relationships with pre-health advisors at colleges and universities across the nation, solidifying his reputation as a trusted and respected figure in the field. His affiliations with the NC Area Health Education Centers and North Carolina HOSA-Future Health Professionals further underscore his commitment to advancing healthcare education. A distinguished author, Mr. Lowery has co-authored two influential articles in the Journal of Dental Education: “An Approach to Using Noncognitive Variables in Dental School Admissions” in April 2014 and “Holistic Admissions in Dental Education and Beyond” in September 2022. His scholarship reflects his dedication to evolving dental admissions practices. Notably, Mr. Lowery’s innovative thinking has been recognized by the American Dental Education Association – Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, which awarded him a grant to expand pathway programs for prospective dental students of all ages. In his most recent endeavors, Mr. Lowery founded UNCRoots, an initiative aimed at introducing middle school and high school students to the dental profession. Additionally, during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, he created Virtual Dentistry: Virtual Shadowing, a program that has provided prospective students from seven different countries and territories with invaluable shadowing opportunities. With an unyielding dedication to his mission, Mr. Lowery is resolutely committed to illuminating and expanding the pathways for individuals aspiring to leave their mark in the field of dentistry, thereby contributing significantly to the betterment of the profession.

B. Lamont Lowery

"Mr. Lowery founded UNCRoots, an initiative aimed at introducing middle school and high school students to the dental profession. Additionally, during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, he created Virtual Dentistry: Virtual Shadowing, a program that has provided prospective students from seven different countries and territories with invaluable shadowing opportunities."

B. Lamont Lowery, MA, is an esteemed member of the UNC Chapel Hill Adams School of Dentistry's Office of Admissions and Student Life, where he assumed the role of Assistant Dean for Student Recruitment and Engagement in July 2020. In this pivotal capacity, he takes charge of overseeing the school's recruitment initiatives and plays a vital role in fostering a diverse and inclusive campus environment.

Prior to his tenure at UNC, Mr. Lowery served as the Director of Admissions for the East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine for a remarkable decade. His deep-rooted connection with East Carolina University is evidenced by his dual alumni status, having earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees there.

At UNC, Mr. Lowery's contributions have been swift and impactful. In January 2022, he became an integral part of the Carolina Engagement Council, where his involvement in advising the Carolina Across 100 initiative has been instrumental. In addition to his advisory role, he serves as a valuable member of the application review team for the "Our State, Our Work" program, actively participating in the assessment of community applications and providing crucial input in the selection of the inaugural cohort.

Mr. Lowery's extensive network extends beyond the UNC campus. He has cultivated strong collaborative relationships with pre-health advisors at colleges and universities across the nation, solidifying his reputation as a trusted and respected figure in the field. His affiliations with the NC Area Health Education Centers and North Carolina HOSA-Future Health Professionals further underscore his commitment to advancing healthcare education.

A distinguished author, Mr. Lowery has co-authored two influential articles in the Journal of Dental Education: "An Approach to Using Noncognitive Variables in Dental School Admissions" in April 2014 and "Holistic Admissions in Dental Education and Beyond" in September 2022. His scholarship reflects his dedication to evolving dental admissions practices.

Notably, Mr. Lowery's innovative thinking has been recognized by the American Dental Education Association - Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, which awarded him a grant to expand pathway programs for prospective dental students of all ages.

In his most recent endeavors, Mr. Lowery founded UNCRoots, an initiative aimed at introducing middle school and high school students to the dental profession. Additionally, during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, he created Virtual Dentistry: Virtual Shadowing, a program that has provided prospective students from seven different countries and territories with invaluable shadowing opportunities.

With an unyielding dedication to his mission, Mr. Lowery is resolutely committed to illuminating and expanding the pathways for individuals aspiring to leave their mark in the field of dentistry, thereby contributing significantly to the betterment of the profession.

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The Passion of Our Culture: Curated by Prosperity Publications

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“The Passion of Our Culture” is an anthology conceived of love, respect, and appreciation for black culture. Prosperity Publications has compiled an anthology containing fiction and non-fiction stories by a wide range of authors, including NBA legend George Gervin and the late President of 100 Black Men Thomas Dortch as well as other notables.

The anthology offers a distinct perspective from each author presented in this literary work, which offers a glimpse at both fiction and non-fiction works. We have found ourselves asking, “Are we better off today than we were before?” as we navigate the 21st century. “Are all the sacrifices made in the last century for naught?”

The foreword is written by James Pickens Jr., who has entertained millions both on stage and television in the award-winning series “Grey’s Anatomy.”

It was written in honor of our ancestors, who were our civil rights heroes. This anthology showcases fiction as well as nonfiction to illustrate the uniqueness that exists among us. As we find ourselves on the cusp of the erasure and rewriting of our culture in contemporary times, this anthology is not only a celebration of the beauty of our culture but also a link to our history.

Several trailblazers and heroes of the civil rights movement are presented in the anthology, many of whom often defied death to demand and espouse change. “Write the vision and make it plain,” as the book of Habakkuk states. This book seeks to entertain, educate, and enlighten all of us as we journey together to embrace the passion of our culture.”


Anthology participants:

Foreword by James Picket, Jr. of Grey’s Anatomy
Thomas Dortch, President of the 100 black men of America
Nevil Shed, Former NBA Player
Michael Booker, NFL Player
Toschia Moffett
Dr. Loren D. Alves
Earl Blanche, Jr.
George Gervin
Rhonda Lawson
Chef Jerome Brown
Norma Bradford
Lamont Lowery
Chef Jerome Brown
Jeffrey Gunter
Claude Williams
George Miller
Frederick Williams
JW Sanders
Margaret Richardson
David Floyd
Sephira Shuttlesworth
Cary Clack

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The PhD Game: Confessions of a Black Academic

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The PhD Game: Confessions of a Black Academic, is a collection of essays detailing the doctoral journeys of 15 African American doctoral degree holders. Although the National Center for Education Statistics named African American women the most educated group in the United States, the quest for doctoral and other advanced degrees is not easy, and is often not completed.

Antoinette Franklin, the book’s managing editor, explained that she started this project to serve as a source of inspiration to future doctoral holders to complete their advanced education.

“The book is a collection of stories of glory, racism, sexism, and happiness,” she said. “It shares their experiences and how they overcame those misfortunes and achieved the pinnacle of education attainment. The book also discusses the issues facing America’s colleges and universities concerning diversity in the faculty and administration.”

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