Martha Skender

Alumni Relations at @UTMDAnderson. Tweets are my own.

[Diane Bodurka @DianeBodurka]

Thanks to our Professional Education Committee for supporting our clinicians’ continuing education needs. They’ve sponsored two new on-demand courses, now available in our Professional Education Portal, and both include MOC points for the @ABTSThoracic: https://t.co/mcm3pjhCbA

[Diane Bodurka @DianeBodurka]

Our newest education outreach initiative launches this month! @UTMDAnderson will welcome more than 200 middle- and high-school students to our ONCORE programs, sparking STEM exploration through hands-on research, faculty engagement and future-focused learning. Truly exciting!

[Diane Bodurka @DianeBodurka]

Congratulations to @UTMDAnderson’s newest Odyssey fellows, Drs. Ting Hong, Haejeong An and Ran Chen! Over the next three years, these exceptional postdocs will receive support in exploring novel research ideas and preparing for impactful careers in cancer research.

[UT MD Anderson @UTMDAnderson]

Survivorship means something different for everyone.

This National Cancer Survivors Day, we honor every patient, family, friend and caregiver whose life is touched by cancer. Every story. Every step forward. #EndCancer

[Diane Bodurka @DianeBodurka]

Congratulations to our second-quarter Faculty and Staff Educators, Drs. Peng Wei and Amber Rexwinkle! Your commitment, enthusiasm and innovation continue to advance our @UTMDAnderson education mission area. @CarinHagberg @PengWeiPhD @mlskender

[UT MD Anderson @UTMDAnderson]

That's a wrap on #ASCO26.

This year, UT MD Anderson shared nearly 130 abstracts, including 34 podium presentations, advancing research and bringing new insights to cancer care. Thank you to everyone who connected with us at our booth, attended presentations and joined the conversation throughout the meeting.
@ASCO #EndCancer

[Martha Skender @mlskender]

The @UTMDAnderson booth at #ASCO26 is a hub of activity! Alumni, stop by booth #13019 to meet the experts, grab a cup of coffee, chat with former colleagues or join the alumni portal. Alex Gomez and I would be happy to reconnect with you. #EndCancer #OnlyPossibleHere

[MD Anderson-UTH Grad @MDA_UTHGrad]

Cancer Biology PhD student Kaylene Lu is leading in the lab and beyond. She is advancing glioblastoma research — one of the most aggressive forms of brain cancer — while reflecting on her growth as a leader at the Graduate School.

As a Kopchick Fellow and chair of the 2025 Kopchick Symposium, she developed skills in collaboration, delegation, and team leadership — experiences that continue to shape her approach to science.

🎥 Watch to learn more about Lu's research and PhD experience.

#WeAreGSBS #CancerResearch

[Diane Bodurka @DianeBodurka]

Congratulations to all our @MDA_UTHGrad graduates! This incredible milestone reflects your hard work, commitment and determination. Wishing you all continued success as you embark on your next chapter and help shape the future of your respective fields!

[Diane Bodurka @DianeBodurka]

Join us for the 2026 @UTMDAnderson Mike Hogg Award and Lecture honoring Dr. @bstockwell of @Columbia. The ferroptosis pioneer will share insights on metabolic control of cancer cell identity and fate on May 7 from 4–5 p.m. at the TMC3 Collaborative Building.

[Martha Skender @mlskender]

This month, our @UTMDAnderson Alumni Spotlight is on our School of Health Professions’ own Mark Bailey, graduate of and now associate professor and program director for SHP’s histotechnology program. Read more about his inspiring journey at https://t.co/VEppIZK9qq. #EndCancer

[Martha Skender @mlskender]

Great to be back in San Diego for #AACR26. It’s inspiring to share the booth with such dedicated @UTMDAnderson researchers and hear about their work to #EndCancer. Alumni, please stop by booth #3317 to chat with our experts and reconnect with Alumni Relations.

[Neglected Global Diseases Initiative at UBC @NGDIUBC1]

NGDI UBC Co-Founder is honored to be part of the University of Texas College of Pharmacy Leadership Circle as announced in the Spring 2026 Focus Magazine (See pages 28 & 29): https://t.co/jaJ7hCa1c2
@UTexasPharmacy @MDA_UTHGrad @mlskender @UTexasResearch

[Diane Bodurka @DianeBodurka]

Congrats to Research Education & Training’s Dr. Ryan Udan and colleagues at @MDA_UTHGrad for receiving a @UTSystem grant to create an open education course on career readiness for research trainees @UTMDAnderson & beyond. Grateful for your commitment to trainee success worldwide!

[Diane Bodurka @DianeBodurka]

Join me in congratulating Paolo Mangahas, Ph.D., who was named a finalist for the @nationalpostdoc Distinguished Service Award! Your leadership, expertise and unwavering commitment continue to elevate postdoc training at @UTMDAnderson. We are grateful for your lasting impact!

[Diane Bodurka @DianeBodurka]

Congratulations to the exceptional educators honored at the Educator Recognition Reception, including Faculty Educator of the Year Dr. Lorraine Reitzel and Staff Educators of the Year Drs. Devan Ford and @mlms84. Grateful for your commitment to advancing education @UTMDAnderson.

[Diane Bodurka @DianeBodurka]

Today marks the end of another fantastic Education Week, made possible by the hard work and dedication of our Education Week committee and collaborators across @UTMDAnderson. This week highlights how essential education and training are to our mission. Excited for 2027!

[Diane Bodurka @DianeBodurka]

Congratulations to the 2026 @UTMDAnderson Distinguished Alumnus, Dr. @ZhaiJim, professor and chairman @LSUHS! Your insights on connecting, inspiring, and embracing highlight what drives innovation and inclusion in health care teams. Thank you for a thought-provoking lecture!

[Dr Phyu P Aung @DrPhyuPAung2]

congratulations to our former surgical pathology fellow and current CAP president

[Martha Skender @mlskender]

Congratulations to @ZhaiJim, former @UTMDAnderson Pathology fellow and our 2026 Distinguished Alumnus. Thank you for sharing your journey with us and inspiring us to be bold, connect, engage. It’s been a pleasure to welcome you back to campus! #EndCancer