The UAB Department of Radiation Oncology hosted its 2025 Residency Graduation Dinner on June 6 at the Sage event venue. Then, on June 7, the department held the inaugural Robert Y. Kim Alumni Society Retreat, welcoming all alumni.
The graduation evening began with cocktails and photos, followed by a delicious dinner experience. After an introduction, the event moved into the formal program, including awards, graduate recognition, alumni society induction, and closing remarks. View photos from the event.
The 2024-2025 resident graduation awardees include:
- Donell McCurdy Award: Shanna Wilson, RT(T)
- Residents’ Faculty Choice Award: Adam Kole, M.D.
- ACR In-Service Exam Awards:
1st – Adam Hubler, M.D. ($800 book fund award)
2nd – Kole Melton, M.D. ($600 book fund award)
3rd – Whitney Hotsinpiller, M.D. ($400 book fund award) - Education Award: Katelyn Ragland, M.D.
- Quality Care and Improvement Award: Adam Hubler, M.D.
- Research Award: Whitney Hotsinpiller, M.D.
- Faculty Recognition Award: James Bonner, M.D.
- Blackburn Award (Highest Physics Score): Roman Travis ($800 book fund award)
Graduating Class of 2025:
- Nii-Kwanchie Ankrah, MBBS
- Whitney Smith Hotsinpiller, M.D.
- Michael Kole Melton, M.D.
- Jingwei Duan, Ph.D. (Physics)
Each award reflects the dedication and contributions of both residents and faculty in advancing education, patient care, research, and mentorship within the department.
Inagural Robert Y. Kim Alumni Society Retreat 
The inaugural Robert Y. Kim Alumni Society Retreat featured engaging speakers, an in-depth department tour showcasing recent advancements, and an evening at the Birmingham Barons baseball game. This event provided a meaningful opportunity for alumni to reconnect, network, and celebrate alongside faculty, further strengthening the bonds within our department community.