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UNMC joins U.S. emergency preparedness, response network

Ten regional partners will work collaboratively to share knowledge, coordinate action and strengthen systems for future emergencies.

Apr 3, 2026

Angie Vasa, Project ECHO program director for UNMC

Health Science Education Center II atrium named for Hamiltons

Carey and Brian Hamilton commit $5 million to support the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s rural health initiatives.

Apr 3, 2026

Carey and Brian Hamilton

BHECN partnering with The Kim Foundation

The collaboration is aimed at strengthening Nebraska’s behavioral health workforce.

Apr 3, 2026

BHECN Director Marley Doyle, MD

Demolition work scheduled in support of Project Health

The property that formerly housed Don & Millie’s at Saddle Creek Road and Farnam Street will hold a parking garage by 2028.

Apr 3, 2026

Rendering of the future Project Health facility, with the CORE Building to the right of picture and new parking garage to the left

McGoogan Library report highlights ‘vibrant hub for knowledge’

The annual report from the McGoogan Health Sciences Library is available online.

Apr 2, 2026

Emily Glenn, dean of the McGoogan Health Sciences Library

Grand rounds to share lessons from UNMC’s Robert Wigton, MD

Emeritus professor Thomas Tape, MD, will honor his friend and mentor in a presentation this Friday.

Apr 2, 2026

The late Robert Wigton, MD, and Thomas Tape, MD

E‑Learning Showcase goes statewide with live virtual demos

The in-person event is April 16, and the virtual component will extend the experience to all UNMC campuses.

Apr 2, 2026

A group of four women stand around a research presenter at the UNMC E-Learning Showcase

Wittson Hall entrance to close

Walking detour signs will be posted, as the entrance will remain closed until September during 42nd Street construction.

Apr 2, 2026

Wittson Hall exterior photo

Strengthening care for mothers and babies

The new effort will bring together the med center’s specialists to provide coordinated, expert care throughout pregnancy and birth.

Apr 1, 2026

A pregnant woman smiles while waiting for her prenatal appointment in a doctor's office waiting room.

Date approaching to fully enact digital accessibility changes

UNMC has been remediating existing digital content, and new federal rules will become the standard going forward on April 24.

Apr 1, 2026

Illuminated keyboard with a labeled key - Accessibility