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Draft visits UNMC on mission to turn loss into purpose

Chris Draft, whose wife died from lung cancer, brought his message of advocacy to the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.

Dec 8, 2025

Former NFL linebacker and lung cancer advocate Christopher Draft and Joann Sweasy, PhD, director of the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center

Start De-Stress Week with coffee and some exercise

Students and staff can take some breaks this week to unwind as the end of the semester and the holidays approach.

Dec 8, 2025

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New faculty spotlight: Simran Elder, MD

Dr. Elder is an assistant professor in the UNMC Division of Oncology and Hematology.

Dec 8, 2025

Simran Elder, MD

E-Learning announces 2025-26 cohort for funded awards program

The funded teams and their projects reflect new, collaborative approaches to learning.

Dec 5, 2025

Peggy Moore, director of interactive e-learning

Take a break: De-Stress Week runs Dec. 8-12

A full week of activities are planned to help students and staff unwind as the end of the semester and the holidays approach.

Dec 5, 2025

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New faculty spotlight: Morgan Beebe, MD

Dr. Beebe is an assistant professor in the Division of Nephrology with the UNMC Department of Pediatrics.

Dec 5, 2025

Morgan Beebe, MD

UNMC for the record, Dec. 5, 2025

Notes on a new course for emerging leaders, the UNMC Bookstore, an email change and a discount available in Blackstone.

Dec 5, 2025

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Canvas Convergence project to launch in fall 2026

The initiative to unify NU’s four learning management systems will create a more seamless experience for faculty and students.

Dec 4, 2025

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Global Center for Health Security honored for Uganda collaboration

In addition to receiving an award, the global center hosted a screening of a film highlighting its work with Pipeline Worldwide.

Dec 4, 2025

The Nov. 24 event at The Catalyst featured a panel discussion involving professionals from UNMC's Global Center for Health Security and Pipeline Worldwide.

Nominations due Feb. 27 for annual faculty awards

The UNMC Faculty Senate recognizes faculty for meritorious teaching, mentoring or service.

Dec 4, 2025

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