Karen Burbach
Goeztinger-Comer receives Chancellor’s Gold U award
Sandra Goetzinger-Comer doesn’t take an “interim” title lightly. In June 2004, Goetzinger-Comer stepped in as interim director of UNMC Alumni Affairs and, for 14 months, reenergized the office. All the while, she continued to serve as director of UNMC Public Affairs.
Jun 30, 2006
Meyer to lead allied health
Kyle Meyer has been named associate dean of the School of Allied Health Professions, effective Aug. 1. Meyer has served as assistant professor and director of clinical education in the Division of Physical Therapy Education since 1991, and has held academic appointments at UNMC for more than 25 years.
Jun 29, 2006
Travel reimbursement changes announced
In response to user feedback, the University of Nebraska will be implementing electronic signatures for online Travel Expense Statements in SAP beginning July 1. This will eliminate the need for required hand written signatures and thus expedite the travel reimbursement process.
Jun 29, 2006
Joslyn Art Museum Passport Partner event update
Visit the Joslyn Art Museum’s new photography exhibits or sign up for a beginning portraiture class. It’s all part of the museum’s Passport Partners program with the medical center. Learn more about the exhibits and classes — free with your employee ID badge.
Jun 26, 2006
Smithsonian lecture June 27 on campus
A Smithsonian lecture provided through UNMC’s Time Travelers partnership with the Durham Western Heritage Museum will be available on campus June 27.
Jun 22, 2006
Regents pass resolution opposing petition drive
The University of Nebraska Board of Regents recently passed a resolution opposing the petition drive to amend the Constitution in order to cap state spending. The Board of Regents urges “all Nebraskans who care about education and the future of Nebraska to refuse to sign the petition.” Click to read the resolution.
Jun 21, 2006
Bartee named vice chancellor for external affairs at UNMC
Bob Bartee, executive assistant to the chancellor since joining the medical center in 1980, has been named vice chancellor for external affairs at UNMC. The University of Nebraska Board of Regents Thursday approved the new appointment, creating the fourth vice chancellor post at UNMC.
Jun 16, 2006
College of Medicine history contest results
The College of Medicine’s eight-day trivia contest ends today with a summary of the winners. Find out what else is in store for the 125th anniversary, as well as the answer to our last historical question — what College of Medicine department chairman was the first commissioner of the Medical Services Administration – the federal agency established to administer Medicare?
Jun 15, 2006
Orthopaedic surgery graduation, symposium June 16-17
Later this week the UNMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation will graduate five from its residency training program, as well as sponsor a Knee & Sports Medicine Symposium.
Jun 13, 2006
UNMC helps boost diversity in health care
The Virginia-Nebraska Alliance is one way to help transform America’s health professions. This summer, 10 undergraduate students and four faculty members will be on campus, as part of the program.
Jun 13, 2006