Hannah Hazard-Jenkins

Breast cancer surgeon Executive Chair & Director, West Virginia University Cancer Institute.

[Coach Randy Mazey @CoachMazey]

I’m not joking when I say that Morgantown has turned into the best college baseball atmosphere in the entire country!!! I’ve been to all of them, WE HAVE THE BEST!!! Are you kidding me with this place! Unreal! LET’S GOOO!!!!!!

[Shelley Moore Capito @SenCapito]

Thrilled to see almost 200 people in attendance at the very first IDeA State Cancer Trainee Conference hosted by @WestVirginiaU in Morgantown.

With WVU at the forefront of cancer research, The IDeA program plays a vital role in advancing academic innovation and expanding research opportunities.

[Association of American Cancer Institutes @AACI_Cancer]

Earlier this week, @JoaquinCastrotx shared the story of his cancer experience at #AACI2025, where he received the 2025 Public Service Award alongside @SenKatieBritt. Thank you for your continued support of cancer research funding! @mayscancer #DefendingCancerResearch

[Association of American Cancer Institutes @AACI_Cancer]

Our sincere appreciation to the participants who joined us for the second and third day of the 2025 AACI/CCAF Annual Meeting in Washington, DC. Read the daily recaps below.
Day 2: https://t.co/sioIroM1fO
Day 3: https://t.co/seb5kSnw25

[3 Guys Before the Game @3Guys__]

Huge thanks to @CharlesWesleyG for supporting @WVUCancer and giving Doug & Jennifer Ernest an unforgettable night at his sold-out Red Rocks show — also because of their generosity. A magical mix of music, giving, hope & Mountaineer spirit💛💙

[Charles Wesley Godwin @CharlesWesleyG]

First Red Rocks headline show in the books! That was one of the best nights of my life. Thank y’all so much for everything.

Morrison, CO | 10/15/25 | 📸 @seealushin

[WVCTSI @WVCTSI]

Congrats to Dr. Brian Boone on being named a 2025 Surgical Oncology Research All-Star by Avant-Garde Health.

Dr. Boone, WVCTSI recruited scientist, associate professor and researcher, is recognized for the impact, quality, & volume of his published research in surgical oncology.

[Association of American Cancer Institutes @AACI_Cancer]

Rev. Dr. Ken Ramsey, Community Advisory Board Member at the @WVUCancer Institute, reflects on the profound impact of cancer research and how it can change the narrative from one of devastation to one of resilience and hope. #DefendingCancerResearch #FundNIH #FundNCI

[Shelley Moore Capito @SenCapito]

Great to see Dr. Hannah Hazard-Jenkins, the Director of the @WVUCancer Institute, and Dr. Robert Winn, President of @AACI_Cancer!

Thank you Dr. Hazard-Jenkins for how you care for West Virginians during a very critical time in their life.

I am committed to ensuring their designation as a National Cancer Institute to help their impact grow even further.

[3 Guys Before the Game @3Guys__]

3 Days until WVU Day of Giving.

This is West Virginia at its best—strong, resilient, and united. Your donation to the Connection 304 Fund helps the WVU Cancer Institute provide better treatments, more research, and hope for those fighting today. #WVUFamily #Hope #BeatCancer #connection304

https://t.co/GKqG4a8MTM

[WVCTSI @WVCTSI]

As part of its mission to increase accessibility, MAVERICK took research on the road with a trip down to Cabin Creek Health System.

Donating to MAVERICK during the #WVUDayofGiving on March 26 will allow WVCTSI bring more life-saving clinical trials to communities all across WV.

[3 Guys Before the Game @3Guys__]

5 days until WVU Day of Giving.

💪 5 Days to Stand With Survivors 💪 Cancer doesn’t quit. But neither do Mountaineers. Your donation to the Connection 304 Fund helps the WVU Cancer Institute provide better treatments, more research, and hope for those fighting today. #Connection304Fund #SurvivorStrong #Efforting

[3 Guys Before the Game @3Guys__]

We’re teaming up for a special WVU Day of Giving on March 26. A chance to make a real impact on all things 304! Only 7 days away! This year, we’re focusing on something that touches so many: the WVU Cancer Institute.

Let’s show what Mountaineers can do when we stay together. Stay tuned for how YOU can be part of something bigger. Let’s make a difference on March 26. 💙💛 #connection304

[WVU Cancer Institute @WVUCancer]

Lung cancer screening can give you more time to be with the ones you love. If you are 50 or older with a smoking history, talk to your healthcare provider about lung cancer screening.

Screening is quick and easy.
You do not have to quit smoking to be screened.
#WVPinkandPearl

[Dannell Boatman, EdD, MS @dr_dboatman]

First presentation of #ICCH2024 complete! It was so exciting sharing our lung cancer screening messaging work with amazing researchers from around the world. I’m so fortunate to have the opportunity to be in Spain to learn from so many incredible individuals. #Zaragoza2024

[WVU School of Medicine @WVUMedSchool]

Faculty member Tracy Liu and colleagues from @WVUCancer and @WVUPharmacy to advance research to alter the immune system by inhibiting a certain enzyme responsible for the progression of pancreatic cancer, one of the most challenging cancers to manage. https://t.co/LYLpyhzisR

[Laura Davisson, MD, MPH @lauradavisson]

WVU School of Medicine Physical Therapy program receives oncology residency accreditation, first resident graduates https://t.co/mucv4Wa5eS via @WVUHealth

[AACR Foundation @AACRFoundation]

Many obstacles are contributing to cancer #healthdisparities across different racial and ethnic groups. Dr. Robert Winn discusses the importance of access in the @AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report: https://t.co/8haXURq8ES @DrRobWinn

[WVCTSI @WVCTSI]

MEET THE NEW COHORT

WVCTSI has named seven faculty for the 2024-2026 Research Scholar Program.

Investigators from @WestVirginiaU and @marshallu
make up this year's distinguished cohort conducting clinical & translational research studies in WV.

Details: https://t.co/FjngArMown

[Amanda Ross Mazey @AmandaMazey]

Anyone recognize this dog? Cute little guy found in Harvest Ridge neighborhood in Morgantown yesterday.

Just trying to help some friends find his owner.