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Dr. Abdulmalik earns first independent grant

Her study on a potential bioelectroceutical platform to stimulate alveolar bone regeneration has been funded by the NIH.

Sep 8, 2026

Sama Abdulmalik, PhD.

UNMC enrollment rises for 26th straight year

More than 75% of UNMC’s students come from Nebraska.

Sep 8, 2026

UNMC sigh at 42nd and Emile

White Coat ceremony a hit at the Orpheum

Family, friends and faculty on hand as 153 students officially enter the medical profession.

Sep 8, 2026

UNMC College of Medicine Dean Bradley Britigan, MD, speaks at the podium during the college's 2026 White Coat Ceremony.

Ellie the Lab makes debut at all-campus barbecue

UNMC’s mascot met members of the UNMC community as Chancellor Davies hosted the annual event.

Sep 8, 2026

Members of the UNMC community pose with Ellie the Lab on Thursday at the #WeAreUNMC BBQ.

COD adds running, walking clubs to wellness portfolio

The clubs, tailored to the individual, provide a sense of community, culture and accountability.

Sep 3, 2026

Dental students Callie Zanderson, Alice Guo and Xcaret Castelan celebrate a run with the new UNMC College of Dentistry running club.

UNMC urgent care dental clinic serves need, saves costs

Emergency and off-hours services at the college’s Lincoln home will address healthcare shortages and free up the state’s medical ER departments.

Aug 17, 2026

A sign directs patients to the new urgent care dental clinic at the UNMC College of Dentistry in Lincoln.

College seeks volunteers for 2026 VetMOM clinic

The Aug. 28-29 dental clinic for veterans in need and their spouses is “an amazing time,” Dr. Jenkins said.

Aug 11, 2026

The 2026 Veterans Mission of Mercy event is set for Aug. 28-29.

Kenya trip first effort of new dental student mission fund

A dedicated fund through the NU Foundation will help boost missions like this one led by a dentistry alum.

Aug 11, 2026

Dr. Hunter, left, an UNMC College of Dentistry alum, has made several mission trips to Kenya over the last few decades.

Pharmacy set to launch extended PharmD program

Beginning in August 2027, students can opt for the traditional four-year program or earn their PharmD over six years.

Aug 5, 2026

Don Klepser, PhD

Dr. Cochran named to Kearney interim pharmacy leadership role

Gary Cochran, PhD, has been named the UNMC College of Pharmacy’s interim associate dean, effective Aug. 1.

Aug 4, 2026

Gary Cochran, PharmD