Meet the Staff: Natalie Sirisaengtaksin

Director of academic affairs Natalie Sirisaengtaksin, PhD, received her PhD from the Graduate School in 2017, and now loves working with students as a member of the staff. Outside of work, Sirisaengtaksin enjoys singing in an international choir that she joined when I she was a student at the Graduate School.

Meet the Faculty: Jeffrey Frost, PhD

Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs Jeffrey Frost, PhD, said it’s inspiring to watch our students grow and see the great things they do after graduation. He oversees the Office of Academic Affairs, ensuring that our students are achieving their academic milestones, the curriculum is up to date, our school is meeting its accreditation objectives, our governance bodies are working, and our faculty members are supported. He also co-directs the T32 training program and teaches at McGovern Medical School.

In Memoriam: Former faculty member Luka Milas, MD, PhD

Luka Milas, MD, PhD, former Graduate School faculty member and Distinguished Senior Lecturer, passed away in Nov. 2024. He joined MD Anderson full time in 1980 as a professor and chair of Experimental Radiation Oncology, and faculty of the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Milas served on the faculty until 2008, where he became known for his dedication to student success and mentorship. He is remembered for his kindness, service to students, and exceptional support of faculty.