Interview with Dr. Amy Keagy’s Journey with Metastatic Cancer

Dr. Amy Keagy in her office at University of North Florida in Jacksonville, FL


Dr. Keagy is a biology lecturer, scientific illustrator, artist, and educator with a Master’s in Botany and a PhD in Education. She teaches scientific illustration, loves plants and the natural world, plays the violin, and is also the artist behind the Cellular Journeys logo. Her story brings together science, creativity, and resilience, offering a unique perspective on navigating cancer while balancing identity, purpose, and passion.