Education and Training Overview

The Cancer Research, Training, and Education Coordination (CRTEC) program's goals are to:

Inspire the next generation of cancer scientists and clinicians
Train a new generation of cancer scientists and clinicians through cancer research training and educational programs
Mentor and support the career development of current faculty members.

Cancer Research, Training, & Education Advisory Committee

Julian Sprague, MD, PhD	Director, Hem/Onc Fellowship
Sarah Nowak, PhD	Associate Professor, PSCO
Paula Deming, PhD	Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs and Research, CNHS, CC
Karen Lounsbury, PhD	Foundations Director, Office of Medical Student Education
Katie Queen, PhD	Assistant Director, High School Science Education and Outreach
Alan Howe, PhD	Associate Director – CRTEC, CHE

Our Programs

Careers in Cancer

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Local high school students are invited to the UVM Cancer Center for an immersive four-hour experience to connect with cancer clinicians and scientists to learn more about career pathways in cancer.

Learn more about Careers in Cancer.

Summer Research Fellowship

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As a paid Summer Research Fellow, undergraduate, graduate and medical students gain hands-on experience in cancer research under the mentorship of a UVM Cancer Center member.

Learn more about Summer Research Fellowships.

BioMobile Discovery Lab

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The UVMCC Mobile Laboratory aims to bring hands-on research experience to rural Vermont communities and schools.

Learn more about the BioMobile Discovery Lab.

Juckett Travel Awards

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Juckett travel awards are available to all Trainee members who have been accepted to present a cancer-related poster or talk at a conference.

Learn more about Travel Awards.

Rural Health and Cancer Conference

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The Rural Health and Cancer Conference aims to reduce the rural-urban cancer disparity gap by convening diverse experts from across the nation.

Learn more about the Rural Health and Cancer Conference.

CroSSTOC Cancer Center Seminar Series

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A monthly seminar series designed to foster collaboration and community within the University of Vermont Cancer Center by showcasing distinguished speakers who address a diverse range of multidisciplinary topics relevant to the four pillars of our Cancer Center – Research, Clinical Care, Education, and Community Outreach.

Learn more about the CroSSTOC Cancer Center Seminar Series

Trainee Membership

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Trainee members include all high school students, University students (undergraduate, medical, graduate), postdoctoral associates, postdoctoral fellows, residents, and clinical fellows conducting cancer related research.

Learn more about Trainee Memberships.

Education & Training Team

Alan Howe, Ph.D.

Associate Director of Cancer Research, Training and Education Coordination

Katelyn Queen, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor
Deputy Associate Director for Cancer Research Training and Education Coordination
Program Manager: BioMobile Discovery Lab

Hanna Snyder

Assistant Director, High School and Undergraduate Research and Education
Program Manager: Careers in Cancer

Jessica Lalime

Assistant Director, Graduate and Faculty Research and Education
Program Manager: Seminar Series

Key Dates

Event	Date
Rural Health and Cancer Conference	June 2 - 4, 2026
CroSSTOC Seminar Series - Nixon Niyonzima, PhD, MBA	June 10, 2026 (12:00 – 1:00 pm)
Summer Research Fellowship Poster Session	August 2026

Past Events

Careers in Cancer	April 14, 2026
CroSSTOC Seminar Series - Theresa Guise MD, FASBMR	April 8, 2026 (12:00 – 1:00 pm)
Summer Research Fellowship Application Deadline	Mid-March 2026
CroSSTOC Seminar Series - Gretchen Gierach PhD, MPH	March 11, 2026 (12:00 – 1:00 pm)
Summer Research Fellowship Application Available	Mid-January 2026
CroSSTOC Seminar Series - Marcus Bosenberg, MD, PhD	November 12, 2025 (12:00 – 1:00 pm)
CroSSTOC Seminar Series - Despina Kontos, PhD	October 8, 2025 (12:00 – 1:00 pm)
Fellowship 101 Workshop	October 7, 2025 (2:30 - 3:30 pm)
Women's Health and Cancer Conference	September 19, 2025
CroSSTOC Seminar Series - Gaorav Gupta MD, PhD	September 10, 2025 (12:00 – 1:00 pm)
2025 Summer Research Fellowship Poster Session	August 21, 2025 (11:30 am - 1:00 pm)
University of Kansas Paul Calabresi K12 Career Development Award for Clinical Oncology Start Date	August 1, 2025
BioMobile Professional Development Series	July 16-17, 2025
Rural Health and Cancer Conference	June 19 - 21, 2025
SciArt Closing Reception	April 29, 2025
Careers in Cancer	April 15, 2025
University of Kansas Paul Calabresi K12 Career Development Award for Clinical Oncology Notice of Selection	March 28, 2025
Duke Cancer Center Institute's Invited Scholar Research Symposium	March 20 - 21, 2025
Cancer Center Summer Fellowship Application Due	March 19, 2025
UVM Cancer Center Scientific Retreat	March 7, 2025
University of Kansas Paul Calabresi K12 Career Development Award for Clinical Oncology App Due	March 3, 2025
Rural Health and Cancer Conference Registration Opens	February 10, 2025
Summer Fellowship Application Opens	January 15, 2025
University of Kansas Paul Calabresi K12 Career Development Award for Clinical Oncology Materials Released	January 6, 2025
Duke Cancer Institute's Invited Scholar Research Symposium Application Due	January 3, 2025
Summer Fellowship Information Available	November 22, 2024