University of Nebraska Medical Center
University of Nebraska Medical Center

Medical Laboratory Science Exploration Events

Participants at the March 2026 Shadow Saturday.

Participants try to identify bacteria.

Lauren Schiefelbein presents at Shadow Saturday in March 2026.

Participants compare test strips.

MLS test strip comparison.

A stack of Petri dishes at Shadow Saturday.

Shadow Saturday

10 a.m. - noon | Date TBA for fall

This event is typically in the fall each year, and occasionally also in the spring.

The UNMC Medical Laboratory Science program will present an in-person experience where you can:

  • experience an in-depth, hands-on look at the MLS profession
  • explore how diagnostic testing influences health care
    • Case study: The Case of the Curious Cough
  • interact with program faculty and instructors
Followed by Q & A.