WHO WE ARE
The mission of the Office of Community Outreach and Engagement is to bridge the University of Arizona Cancer Center and communities in Arizona to ensure excellence in multidisciplinary, culturally relevant research, cancer prevention, and treatment through advocacy and communication.
Our vision is to build sustainable partnerships between the University of Arizona Cancer Center and communities for a cancer-free Arizona.
Values
As the office of Community of Outreach and Engagement in the University of Arizona Cancer Center:
- We respect and embrace the cultural diversity of the people of Arizona.
- We value inclusivity and shared input.
- We are committed to a healthier Arizona.

Monica Yellowhair, PhD
Interim Associate Director of COE

Alejandro Recio-Boiles MD, FACP
Assistant Director of COE

Vanessa Kitt, MS
COE Administrator

Namoonga Mantina, MPSH, MBA
COE Outreach Manager

Liliana Mendivil
Health Educator, Senior

Michelle Perez-Coronado
Health Educator

Camilo Ortiz
Health Educator

Katie Tran
Health Educator
Nathan Cordova
Clinical Trials Oncology Navigator

Gauri Yadav, MS
Data Analysis

Vikki Bishopp
Administrative Assistant