# Brief: UK nursing student turns cancer survivor into advocate through DanceBlue  
**Published:** 2026-04-19T13:48:45.000Z  
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From The Lexington Times, a University of Kentucky nursing student is using her own experience as a cancer survivor to help other children facing similar battles. The student, who survived a pediatric brain tumor, now volunteers with DanceBlue, the university's fundraising organization that supports children receiving cancer treatment. Her personal journey as a patient gives her unique insight into what these young patients are going through. By combining her medical education with her lived experience, she's able to connect with families in a meaningful way. DanceBlue has been a cornerstone of community support at U-K for years, bringing together students and volunteers to raise money for pediatric cancer research and patient care. This nursing student's story shows how personal challenges can inspire others to give back and make a difference in their community.

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