November 19, 2024

Establishing a Legacy of Excellence in Cancer Research

Join us as we recognize another leader on the rise, our 2024 Vogelzang Scholar Dr. Umang Swami! 

Created in 2022 in honor of the late SWOG leader, mentor, and friend Dr. Nicholas J. Vogelzang, the Vogelzang GU Scholars program supports outstanding early career investigators engaged in genitourinary oncology research. Each scholar is paired with a senior mentor to help them navigate SWOG meetings and the group at large. 

"I am deeply honored to receive this recognition from SWOG, established in memory of the esteemed leader and mentor Dr. Nicholas J. Vogelzang. This opportunity empowers young investigators through mentorship from SWOG's exceptional leaders," said Swami.

Dr. Swami is a medical oncologist at the University of Utah’s Huntsman Cancer Institute. This year he was also awarded a position as a member of The Society of Huntsman Translational Scholars, an initiative recognizing excellence in translational science. During his five years at Huntsman, he has collaborated on and led numerous clinical studies, and is a site leader in trial enrollment. Already Dr. Swami is creating a legacy of excellence in cancer research – fitting for a Vogelzang Scholar. We’re eager to see how his research career develops through his expanding involvement with our network.  

As we honor Dr. Vogelzang’s legacy and invest in the landmark work of today’s researchers, we invite you to consider your own legacy. What lasting impact do you want to create?

One way you can create your impact is by making a will on FreeWill, an online platform that allows you to create a legally binding will in as little as 20 minutes. A will is more than just a legal document – it's a testament to your life’s values and priorities. By securing your legacy wishes today, you make certain that your assets are distributed according to your wishes, ensuring loved ones and the causes you care about are protected and upheld. It’s a simple task that lays the foundation of long-term success for the people and communities you care about.

If you would like to continue your legacy in cancer research and prevention, you can include a gift in your plans for Hope so that we can support members like Dr. Swami for years to come. Our network's studies have saved more than 3 million years of human life and counting. Your legacy gift will make this impact even greater. 

If you’ve already created an estate plan and included a gift for Hope, please let us know here or contact Mallory Glenn, Development Officer, at mallory@thehopefoundation.org or (734) 546-8434.

Thank you for believing in our shared legacy and for considering all of the ways your generosity can go further at Hope. 

P.S. Save the Date! GivingTuesday is December 3 GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Since then, the day has grown into a popular global movement. Last year $3.1 billion was raised in 90 countries, and 34 million people in the U.S. participated. You can participate at Hope by giving today.