Karen Burbach
Dr. Olsen named pharmacy practice chairman
Keith Olsen, Pharm.D., has been named chairman of the College of Pharmacy’s Pharmacy Practice Department.
Jan 16, 2007
Avian flu education — pandemics in history
An estimated 36,000 people in the United States die each year from complications related to seasonal flu. An influenza pandemic, however, would have much graver consequences, officials say, overwhelming health services, disrupting commerce and killing millions of people around the world.
Jan 16, 2007
Henning takes office as Student Senate president
On Thursday, Jonathan Henning formally accepted the challenge of serving as UNMC Student Senate president for 2007.
Jan 15, 2007
NU President Milliken addresses the governor’s budget proposal
University of Nebraska President James B. Milliken comments Gov. Dave Heineman’s budget recommendations for 2007-09.
Jan 12, 2007
UNO seeking chancellor nominees
University of Nebraska officials have launched a national search to recruit a new UNO chancellor and are seeking input from UNMC faculty and staff about qualified candidates for the position.
Jan 11, 2007
Consultant-evaluators to recommend reaccreditation
Although the formal decision by the Higher Learning Commission becomes available later this year, the visiting team will recommend 10 years of reaccreditation and that UNMC’s request to expand distance education degree and degree completion programs be approved. That was the exit report Wednesday of the seven-members of the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, who were on campus this week to assess UNMC’s reaccreditation status.
Jan 11, 2007
A note about the campus drug policy
UNMC employees are required to adhere to the Drug-Free Workplace Policy, which prohibits employees from the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of alcohol and/or a controlled substance on UNMC property. The term “substance” refers to drug or chemical compounds that are controlled by local, state, or federal law. UNMC complies with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, as amended.
Jan 10, 2007
Meet Distinguished Scientist Geoffrey Thiele, Ph.D.
UNMC researcher Geoffrey Thiele, Ph.D., answers questions about his work, life and interests. NOTE: This profile is part of a series highlighting the 25 researchers who were named UNMC Distinguished Scientists for 2006. Each of these researchers will be profiled in UNMC Today leading up to a March 12 ceremony to recognize their achievements.
Jan 10, 2007
Employee forum with reaccreditation evaluators today
Employees are encouranged to attend a meeting today with site visit evaluators from the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Jan 9, 2007
About 200 attend employee night at Durham museum
About 200 people attended an employee night event last Thursday for UNMC, UNMC Physicians and The Nebraska Medical Center personnel at the Durham Western Heritage Museum.
Jan 9, 2007