Staff Spotlight: Jessica Almikhi

Getting to Know Jessica Almikhi, MS

An employee at the College of Dentistry for close to five years, Jessica Almikhi is an important member of the two-person team in the college’s Office of Graduate Studies. As program coordinator, she serves as a vital link between the residents and graduates and their respective programs.

Q) What do you like best about your job?

A) Our office is unique because of its small size and the numerous other offices we work with to assist our incredibly bright and hardworking residents. I feel fortunate to work with Dr. John Walters, our Associate Dean for Advanced and Graduate Education, and can learn from his vast experience. Every day is different, and I enjoy the spontaneity of my work.

Q) What do you like best about the College of Dentistry?

A) I identify with the larger mission to care for our community and enjoy sharing the accomplishments of the college. This is truly an exciting time to be working in the College of Dentistry and I am thrilled to be a part of it. In general, I have so much pride in working at Ohio State and feel part of a larger "team."

Q) Are you an Ohio State alum?

A) I didn’t attend Ohio State as an undergraduate student, although I recently started a doctoral program at Ohio State. I am excited at the prospect of having an OSU degree.

Q) What do you like to do outside of work?

A) I love to spend time with my husband and our two dogs, read, entertain family and friends, volunteer, garden, and experience everything Columbus has to offer, like state parks, restaurants, and festivals.