John Keenan

University of Nebraska Foundation: 90 years of impact

For nine decades, the foundation has worked to support the University of Nebraska System.

Jun 3, 2026

University of Nebraska Foundation employees participated in a Day of Service on each campus of the University of Nebraska on May 29, 2026. The volunteer event commemorated the 90th anniversary of the foundation, which was established on June 3, 1936. Here, a group of foundation employees makes Candygrams for the valets and environmental services staff at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center at UNMC and Nebraska Medicine in Omaha.

Dewey Avenue closed between 44th and 45th streets on June 6

​The road will be closed to allow for a crane to be set up for delivery of proton therapy equipment.

Jun 3, 2026

traffic safety roadwork signs and light

Five former passengers depart from National Quarantine Unit

Travel for the former passengers was coordinated through the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) and each passenger’s local and state health department.

Jun 2, 2026

Dr. Edwin G. & Dorothy Balbach Davis Global Center

Dr. Mannon honored by National Kidney Foundation

The Excellence in Kidney Transplantation Award recognizes Dr. Mannon’s achievements throughout her career. 

May 22, 2026

Roslyn B. Mannon, MD

College of Medicine announces Medical Education Awards

The new awards recognize faculty whose teaching, mentorship and innovation shape the future of medicine.

May 19, 2026

Karen Carlson, MD, and Kimberly Latacha, PhD

UNMC researchers identify new mechanism behind glaucoma

Study shows genetic mutation may affect glaucoma patients with near-normal eye pressure.

May 18, 2026

Iqbal Ahmad, PhD

Pre-Dental Day a big success for UNMC student organizers

More than 100 undergraduate students attended the annual event at the UNMC College of Dentistry.

May 15, 2026

UNMC College of Dentistry Dean Gerard Kugel, DMD, PhD, at left, speaks to the undergraduate college students attending April’s annual Pre-Dental Day at the UNMC College of Dentistry.

Dean’s message: Facing transitions, new trials and forging ahead

Hooding, commencement set the stage for a season of changes.

May 14, 2026

UNMC College of Medicine Dean Bradley Britigan, MD

New medical faculty, May 2026

Six new faculty members have joined the UNMC College of Medicine in recent months.

May 14, 2026

Rongguo Ren, PhD

Quan Ly, MD, named to ACS workforce group

Dr. Ly joins the ACS Inclusive Excellence Collaborative Advocacy & Surgical Workforce Group.

May 14, 2026

Quan Ly, MD