Russel Alexander Dixon

Russel Alexander Dixon (February 24, 1898 – January 3, 1976) was the first African-American to earn an advanced degree in dentistry from Northwestern University and the first African American dean of Howard University College of Dentistry. He was the longest serving dean in dental education, with a 35 year tenure from 1931 to 1966. He attended Hampton Institute from 1919 to 1920,

Professional organizations and contributions Dixon served many administrative and academic positions throughout his career.

Personal life and death Dixon was married to Carolyn Dixon (née Kealing). The couple had two sons, one of whom attended both Howard University College of Dentistry and Northwestern University.