91Ó°ÊÓ

Community Education Program on Cancer Prevention and Impacting Cancer Research

Date
May 7, 2026
Time
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Location
Maynard Hall, Guthery Community Room

About this event

ON THE AGENDA... 

Dena Champion, MS, RD, LD, CSO, CNSC, Lead Dietitian at the James Comprehensive Cancer Center will present: 
Take Charge: Everyday Choices for Cancer Prevention 
Good news: you have more influence over your cancer risk than you might think. This empowering presentation breaks down the science of cancer prevention into clear, doable steps that fit real life. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to level up your health habits, you’ll walk away inspired and ready to act! 

Julie Kriss, Director, Team Buckeye and Sara Knight, Senior Marketing Consultant, Team Buckeye will present: 
Team Buckeye & Pelotonia: Building Community, Driving Impact
Discover how Team Buckeye and Pelotonia bring people together to support life-changing cancer research at The James. Through powerful stories of impact, you’ll see how participation at every level — whether riding, walking, volunteering or supporting — makes a meaningful difference. 

Ruben Petreaca, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Molecular Genetics, 91Ó°ÊÓ at Marion, Member, Cancer Biology, James Comprehensive Cancer Center will present: 
Pelotonia-Funded Research
 r. Petreaca will also highlight how Pelotonia-funded research is advancing progress and connecting community support to real-world impact. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of how you can be part of this growing community — because when Buckeyes come together, every action counts.

Free event & open to the public | Light breakfast will be served

RSVP by Thursday, April 30 to Sally Hughes cancercentralohio@gmail.com or 614-206-1330.

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