Kalani Simpson UNMC strategic communications

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

College, colleagues celebrate Dr. Meyer’s time as dean

June event celebrated accomplishments of former UNMC College of Allied Health Professions leader Kyle Meyer, PhD.

Jul 31, 2026

Kyle Meyer, PhD, and longtime UNMC and college of allied health professions supporter Ruth Scott at the retirement event

Remembering dentistry’s Uhl Donovan, DDS

Dr. Donovan ‘made a positive impact on countless clinicians in Nebraska and beyond.’

Jul 28, 2026

Gerald Tussing, DDS, professor of surgical specialties, periodontics, right, posed with emeritus faculty member Uhl Donovan, DDS, seated, during Dr. Donovan's recent visit to the UNMC College of Dentistry. Dr. Donovan died June 27 at the age of 92.

Dr. Smallfield named new director of occupational therapy program

Stacy Smallfield, DrOT, who had served as interim director, is the second director in the program’s history.

Jul 21, 2026

Stacy Smallfield, DrOT

Dr. Davies outlines his five-point vision as chancellor

UNMC Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, discussed his priorities for the institution at his first all-campus forum since becoming the medical center’s ninth chancellor July 1.

Jul 10, 2026

UNMC Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD

Focusing on the future of the UNMC College of Pharmacy

Don Klepser, PhD, who has been dean of the college for six months, talks about his goals and moving forward as a college.

Jul 9, 2026

Don Klepser, PhD, dean of the UNMC College of Pharmacy