University of Kansas School of Medicine

06/01/2026

👋 Meet Bret Freudenthal, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Dr. Freudenthal is an internationally recognized leader in the field of DNA repair whose work has significantly advanced our understanding of how DNA damage leads to disease.

Together with the research team in the Freudenthal Lab at The University of Kansas Cancer Center he has led breakthrough discoveries about DNA repair mechanisms at the atomic level, providing insights for targeting cancer cells and developing more effective chemotherapies.

Dr. Freudenthal recently received the University Scholarly Achievement Award from The University of Kansas in recognition of his ongoing work to develop better therapeutic treatments for human diseases.

Hear from Dr. Freudenthal and learn more about what fuels his passion for research:

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05/22/2026

The University of Kansas recently announced the promotion and tenure for individuals across the university. Please join us in congratulating 87 KU School of Medicine faculty and researchers for this significant achievement. See the full list: https://bit.ly/431wBvv

05/20/2026

On May 16, nearly 290 students from across our three campuses received their degrees at the KU School of Medicine Hooding and Recognition Ceremony. Our graduates are off to make a difference in communities in Kansas and beyond. Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎓

05/17/2026

Earlier today, we honored the Class of 2026 at the KU School of Medicine Hooding and Recognition Ceremony. Nearly 290 students from across our three campuses received degrees today. Congratulations to all of you on your extraordinary accomplishments!

05/15/2026

Ahead of graduation celebrations this week, several graduating medical students across our three campuses are reflecting on the experiences that inspired them to pursue medicine and sharing their plans for the future:

Three graduating medical students share what led them to choose a career in medicine and what’s next on their journey.

05/14/2026

On Monday night, students on our Kansas City campus came together at the 10th annual Senior Banquet. The evening offered an opportunity to reflect on the last four years, honor exceptional contributions and hear moving remarks from Dr. Akinlolu Ojo, executive dean, Dr. Laurel Witt, associate professor, and class speaker Kennedy Morey. Dr. Mark Meyer, associate dean for student affairs, led the Class of 2026 in a celebratory toast. Cheers to the Class of 2026! 🎉

05/11/2026

Nominations are open for the KU School of Medicine Alumni Awards. These awards are the highest honors we bestow upon graduates and those who have made outstanding contributions to health care. Nominate a colleague or classmate in the following categories:

🔹 Distinguished Alumni Award
🔹Early Career Achievement Alumni Award
🔹Honorary Alumni Award

Learn more about each award and submit your nomination by May 22: https://bit.ly/4cXlPfn

05/08/2026

We are looking forward to celebrating the Class of 2026! Graduates, families and friends will gather for the KU School of Medicine Hooding and Recognition Ceremony on Saturday, May 16. The following day, The University of Kansas Commencement ceremony will honor all KU graduates.

Learn more about graduation weekend events: https://bit.ly/3FN48gu

05/05/2026

📣 We told you to stay tuned for exciting news, and now we can share it ... Donna Sweet, M.D., KU School of Medicine-Wichita alumna and longtime faculty member, has generously pledged a $1 million estate gift supporting the Donna Sweet, M.D., Internal Medicine Program Fund. This fund supports our Department of Internal Medicine, with a focus on HIV, infectious disease and primary care education.

Dr. Sweet is a professor in internal medicine and has been part of our faculty for nearly 45 years. She's also the director of the KU Wichita Internal Medicine Midtown Clinic and has traveled internationally to educate physicians about HIV care and treatment.

“A good medical school requires time and attention,” Sweet said. “You need good faculty. You need good support for faculty, and that’s why my gift is to the Department of Internal Medicine, which has allowed me to become a faculty member that’s qualified and able to help students along.”

Thank you, Dr. Sweet!

Read the full story here: bit.ly/donnasweetgivesback

05/01/2026

👋 Meet X. Long Zheng, M.D., Ph.D., Russell J. Eilers, M.D. Endowed Professor and chair of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.

Dr. Zheng's laboratory at the University of Kansas Medical Center researches vascular biology, thrombosis and thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) — a rare but life-threatening condition. Among the first to identify and clone an enzyme involved in blood clotting, Dr. Zheng also discovered the primary cause of TTP and identified the antibodies needed to improve diagnostic tools and treatment options.

Dr. Zheng recently received the Dolph Simons Research Award in Biomedical Sciences from The University of Kansas in recognition of his ongoing work to develop lifesaving treatments. Hear from Dr. Zheng and learn more about his research:

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