UNMC Today
Eighth-graders invited to compete in 12th UNMC Health/Science Meet regional competitions across state
Nebraska eighth-graders are invited to compete in the University of Nebraska Medical Centers regional Health/Science Meet competition, which will be held at seven locations across Nebraska: Ainsworth; Grand Island; Lincoln; North Platte; Norfolk; Omaha; and Scottsbluff. In order to compete in the regional competition, students should contact their science teachers in January. Deadline for registration […]
Nov 25, 2003
UNMC College of Nursing receives $580,000 federal grant to expand access of master’s degree to nurses across Nebraska
The University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing has received a two-year, $580,000 continuation grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to recruit more rural nurses into a masters degree that prepares nurses as leaders. The grant makes it possible for more nurses in Nebraska to earn a masters degree at […]
Nov 24, 2003
UNMC Community Academy student named national scholar
Shabazz Ramsey, a senior at Omaha Central High School, and a four-year member of UNMC’s Community Academy program, was selected last month for membership in the National Society of High School Scholars.
Nov 19, 2003
Dedication ceremony marks Durham Research Center opening
The University of Nebraska Medical Center opened the doors today to a 10-level, state-of-the-art research building. The $77 million Durham Research Center, built almost exclusively with private funds, held its dedication ceremony today at UNMC. A public open house is scheduled for between 1 and 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 16. This research center will […]
Nov 13, 2003
Creighton UNMC receieve national community service award
For their significant contributions to local and statewide communities, Omahas two academic medical centers have been awarded the prestigious Outstanding Community Service Award for 2003 from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Creighton University Medical Center and the University of Nebraska Medical Center were recognized by the AAMC for their outstanding efforts in meeting […]
Nov 9, 2003
Durham Research Center dedication set for Nov. 13
The University of Nebraska Medical Center will open the doors soon to a 10-level, state-of-the-art research building. The $77 million Durham Research Center, built almost exclusively with private funds, will hold its dedication ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 13. A public open house is scheduled for between 1 and 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 16. This […]
Nov 6, 2003
Newsham family establishes memorial gift for UNMC diabetes research
The Roberta J. Newsham Memorial Diabetes Research Fund has been established to support diabetes research at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine. The Newsham family created the fund through a family gift and memorial donations creating a $10,000 endowment at the University of Nebraska Foundation. Roberta Bobbie Newsham of Ashland died in […]
Nov 6, 2003
Hispanic Heritage Month panel explores immigration rights
The Fourth Annual Heartland Latino Leadership Conference on Nov. 6-7 offers a full complement of workshop topics that impact America’s fastest-growing minority group. Yet, perhaps the most powerful single issue affecting the Latino population in the United States involves immigration rights. The UNMC Employee Diversity Network recently sponsored a panel discussion on “Problems Facing Hispanic Immigrants – Healthcare and Education.”
Nov 5, 2003
UNMC/Hot 107.7 radio co-sponsored children’s event
On Halloween night, UNMC and radio station Hot 107.7 co-sponsored – Trick or Trunk – a candy giveaway that drew more than 2,000 children and parents to the Baker’s Place parking lot at 51st Street and Ames Avenue. This was the first time for such an event in North Omaha.
Nov 4, 2003
UNMC hosts appreciation lunch for high school principals
In 2001, UNMC’s Office of Student Equity and Multicultural Affairs (OSEMA) inaugurated an appreciation lunch for the principals of schools that send six or more graduates to the incoming fall class. This year, 20 schools met this qualification.
Oct 31, 2003