This Week at USU - December 8 2025

[Uniformed Services University - News]

08 December 2025

Uniformed Services University Announces Lt. Col. Adam M. Willis as Chair of Department of Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine

USU has selected DARPA program manager and Air Force neurointensivist Lt. Col. Adam M. Willis to lead the newly integrated Department of Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine. Discover how his unique blend of clinical expertise and defense innovation will shape the future of military brain health and recovery. Read More

USU Joint Enlisted Association to Honor Fallen at Arlington Wreath-Laying

Join USU’s Joint Enlisted Association this December as they honor the fallen at Arlington National Cemetery during the annual Wreaths Across America ceremony. Learn how this moving tradition unites staff and students in remembering our nation’s heroes and preserving military legacy. Read More

USU Nursing Students Return to American Samoa, Sharpen Skills in Austere Environment

After a pandemic hiatus, USU nursing students have returned to American Samoa for critical clinical rotations in resource-limited environments. Read on to see how this unique training prepares future military healthcare providers for the challenges of austere and humanitarian missions. Read More

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In Remembrance

Martin A. Cisna Martin Andrew Cisna passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025, at his home in Pasadena, Maryland, following his battle with cancer. Martin served his country with honor. After receiving his draft notice, he chose to join the U.S. Navy and reported first to Fort Holabird in Baltimore before spending two years in Vietnam. Following his military service commitment, Martin worked as a master electrician and founded Martin E.E. in 1987, a company he proudly built and later sold in 1995. He later spent 16 years as a valued member of the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) at the Uniformed Services University, where he was known for his technical expertise, reliability, and genuine kindness. Colleagues remember him as a talented and dedicated member of the team who brought both skill and humor to the workplace. In his younger days, Martin enjoyed the thrill of his jet boat, complete with its signature rooster tail. Later in life, he found joy in Corvettes, bull roasts, community gatherings, and the occasional shift bartending at the VFW in Pasadena. His passion for technology—often pursued late into the night—was a defining thread throughout his life. He loved learning, tinkering, and creating, and he approached every project with enthusiasm. The family will hold a celebration of life in the near future.

USU Events

Introduction to AAHRPP and the Process (Virtual Only) 10 DEC 1000 - 1100 EDT This session will cover accreditation standards, the site visit process, and how investigators and study teams can prepare for potential interviews.

Pharmacology Seminar 10 DEC 1130 - 1230 EDT "Oligodendrocyte Aging and Rejuvenation"

Department of Medicine Seminar 12 DEC 1200 - 1300 EDT "Toxic Exposures, Metabolomic Patterns, and Glioma Risk in a U.S. Military Population"

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