1980s
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BS – Bachelor of Science
CLS – Clinical Laboratory Science
CP – Clinical Perfusion
Cyto – Cytology
D – Dentistry
DH – Dental Hygiene
GC – Genetic Counseling
GS – Graduate Studies
HPTT – Health Professions Teaching and Technology
M – Medicine
MHA – Master of Health Administration
MITS – Medical Imaging & Therapeutic Sciences
MLS – Medical Laboratory Science
MN – Medical Nutrition
MS – Master of Science
MT – Medical Technology
N – Nursing
OT – Occupational Therapy
P – Pharmacy
PA – Physician Assistant
PH – Public Health
PT – Physical Therapy
R – Radiography
RST – Radiation Science Technology
RT – Radiologic Technology
Papillion, Neb., retired from the UNMC College of Nursing on July 1, 2026, after 28 years of service.
Kay Shilling M'80, Psychiatry '84
Omaha, Neb., authored the Amazon best-selling book “Coins from the Couch”. Written for a general audience, the book has also been used as a resource by medical schools and continues to be in circulation today.
Joyce Black N’81, GS’99
Waterloo, Neb., retired from the UNMC College of Nursing on September 1, 2026, after 44 years of service.
Lincoln, Neb., was named the recipient of the Dr. William E. Ludwick Faculty Fellowship in Dentistry in July 2026. He is an assistant professor and chair of adult restorative dentistry. He joined the college in 2016, following 36 years of private practice in Nebraska and Iowa.
Julie Marshall BS’81, Prosthodontics ‘95, MS’96
Lincoln, Neb., became associate dean for education for the UNMC College of Dentistry on July 1, 2026. She has been at UNMC for more than thirty years, in a variety of roles, most recently serving as associate professor of adult restorative dentistry and director of the advanced standing dental program.
Ann Yager RT’83
Bellevue, Neb., retired from the UNMC Department of Radiation Oncology on July 5, 2026, after 33 years of service.
Karen Phillips M’84
McKinney, Texas, relocated to the Dallas area in fall 2026 to be closer to her grandchildren, Kole, 3, and Lauren, 2.
Phyllis Ahlman N’85
Nashville, Tenn., began her career in private hospitals, working in pediatrics, surgery, and labor and delivery before joining the Department of Veterans Affairs. She spent the remainder of her federal career with the VA, including 10 years at headquarters in Washington, D.C., in the offices of the Under Secretary for Health and Medical Inspector. After retiring, she spent three years with Joint Commission Resources, leading a national contract to prepare VA facilities for compliance with Joint Commission and state and federal quality standards. Now fully retired, she remains active with civic, church, family, and friends.
Kearney, Neb., and his wife, Lisa Jensen N’81, retired and sold their independent community pharmacy after 21 years of ownership. He continues to work occasionally as a relief pharmacist, and they enjoy spending time with their four grandsons.
Janet Nieveen N’85, ‘87, ‘90, GS ‘01
Hallam, Neb., retired from the UNMC College of Nursing on September 1, 2026, after 39 years of service.
Jeff Lodl D'86
Denver, Colo., was named the 139th president of the Colorado Dental Association in June 2026. He has been practicing in Wheat Ridge and Arvada since 1987.
Scott Ehresman M’87, Family Medicine ‘91
Holdrege, Neb., received the Excellence in Clinical Teaching Award from the UNMC College of Allied Health Professions in May 2026. A clinical educator for more than 36 years, he is recognized as a champion of rural medicine who helps develop students’ clinical and critical-thinking skills. The UNMC Department of Family Medicine also recognized him with the 2026 Marion D. and Theodore H. Koefoot, Jr., MD Outstanding Preceptor in Rural Family Medicine Award.
Aliso Viejo, Calif., retired in 2025, and enjoys traveling and playing golf.