Congratulations to Amy Aponte, Mckenzie Gehris, Anh Luu, Ryan Robb and Michael Sturdivant!

(Photos left to right above: Amy Aponte, McKenzie Gehris, Anh Luu, Ryan Robb, and Michael Sturdivant.)
The Annual Graduate Student Recognition Celebration is held to honor “graduate and professional students for outstanding achievements in research, community service, teaching and leadership during academic year 2025-2026.”
- Amy Aponte, NIH Fellowship (F31) – National Cancer Institute
- McKenzie Gehris, National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program
- Anh Luu, American Heart Association Predoctoral Fellowship
- Ryan Robb, NIH Fellowship (F31) – National Cancer Institute
- Michael Sturdivant, NIH Fellowship (F31) – National Cancer Institute
These students are all external award winners and are being honored for their exceptional achievements and contributions to research. Their dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence reflect the very best of our academic community.
Read more about the recognition ceremony and 2025-2026 awardees here.