Blake Arciga, senior biochemistry major, was awarded the American Association for Cancer Research Undergraduate Scholar Award for his work in Satyanarayana Rachagani’s veterinary medicine and surgery lab.

The AACR Undergraduate Scholar Award recognizes standout undergraduates from across the United States who have shown a strong commitment to cancer research and supports their continued academic and scientific growth. As part of the award, Arciga received complimentary registration to the 2025 AACR Annual Meeting in Chicago — the world’s largest cancer research conference — and will also attend the 2026 meeting in San Diego. The award also provides one-on-one mentorship from established cancer researchers and invites scholars to share their work at the AACR Undergraduate Student Caucus and Poster Competition.

To read more about Arciga’s award, visit the College of Veterinary Medicine’s website.