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Steve Jobs’ 2005 Stanford Commencement Address

Drawing from some of the most pivotal points in his life, Steve Jobs, chief executive officer and co-founder of Apple Computer and of Pixar Animation Studios, urged graduates to pursue their dreams and see the opportunities in life’s setbacks — including death itself — at the university’s 114th Commencement on June 12, 2005. Transcript of … Continue reading

Cancer Survivors: Stories of Hope

Each year, the University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center staff celebrates the lives of its cancer patients at our annual Cancer Survivors’ Celebration for patients and their families. In this 28-minute video, some of those survivors share their cancer journeys, what helped them get through the experience, how it changed their lives, … Continue reading

University of Phoenix Cancer Survivor Succeeds Online

Marilee Greenland completes an online degree program at University of Phoenix while undergoing cancer treatments. She finds flexibility and choice with her time, and will soon graduate from University of Phoenix. Online classes offer benefits to professionals, people in rural areas, and military personnel. University of Phoenix online class enrollment in Utah is growing by … Continue reading

Radiation Oncology: UMGCC Nurse Practitioner

In this short video, Donna Mitzel, RN, a nurse in the Department of Radiation Oncology, explains a little bit about how radiation therapy works and what to expect when you come to UMGCC for radiation therapy to treat your cancer. Distributed by Tubemogul.

Center for Image Renewal

The Center for Image Renewal at the University of Maryland Medical Center is designed to promote personal well-being and a positive self-image for those dealing with the physical effects of cancer treatment and other conditions. In this short video, Paulette Williams, boutique manager, explains the services available to patients, including skin care, wigs, head coverings, … Continue reading