Agile Clinical Trials Training Program
Graduation Ceremony
April 23, 2026
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Morehouse School of Medicine
Calvin Smyre Education Conference Center
Program
Welcome & Opening Remarks
James Lillard, PhD, MBA
Senior Associate Dean, Research, Innovation and Commercialization, Professor, Microbiology, Biochemistry & Immunology
Leadership Remarks
Sandra Harris-Hooker, PhD
Interim Dean of Academic Affairs
Industry Partner Remarks
Michael Foley Vice President, Clinical Development Operations, AbbVie Inc.
Trainee Reflections
Certificate Presentation
Program Highlights & Acknowledgments
John Isac, MD
Assistant Program Director, ACT Training Program
Closing Remarks
Julia Liu, MD Professor of Medicine, Gastroenterology
Photos & Networking Reception
Spring 2026 Cohort
Adam Khan
Ay’sha Williams
Christopher McCoy
Dashari Miller
Fenda Konte
Helen Weldeslassie
Mackenzie Manley
Marvin Butler
Merissa Royster
Shemea Washington
Tasha Moore
Thaddius Durham
Victoria Kowalczyk
Ying He
The Agile Clinical Trials (ACT) Training Program at Morehouse School of Medicine is a 16-week certificate program that prepares Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) and graduates of associate, bachelor’s, and master’s programs for roles in clinical research. Through a blend of virtual instruction and hands-on experience, participants develop practical skills to support the ethical and effective conduct of clinical trials, with a focus on improving outcomes in resource-limited communities.