Kalani Simpson
Meet our ‘new’ UNMC Graduate Studies staffers
Let’s get to know our “new” UNMC Graduate Studies staffers, Kayla Lorenzo and Jamie Sorensen, a little better! First, by alphabetical order, Kayla Lorenzo. Job title: Graduate studies specialist – admissions. Please tell us some of the things that you do as everyday duties: My role is responsible for the review of admissions documents for […]
Jun 5, 2025
The best spaces for grad students? Here’s our top 5 list
We asked Graduate Student Association (GSA) leadership to weigh in on their top five places on campus for grad students to study or relax. Does this list match yours? Let’s take a look at some of the best places on UNMC’s Omaha campus for graduate students. The Graduate Student Wellness Hub, located on the ground […]
Jun 5, 2025
UNMC ID badge offers an array of discounts and perks
Did you know that your UNMC ID badge not only lets you into buildings throughout campus, but it also offers entre into a world of perks and discounts? Like what? Free entry into the Durham Western Heritage Museum! 35% off Laser Vision Correction at the Truhlsen Eye Institute! Special pricing at the Amazing Pizza Machine! […]
Jun 5, 2025
Speaker urges class of 2025 to build a better world
UNMC Graduate Studies honored more than 80 soon-to-be graduates who were about to earn graduate certificates, master’s degrees, Master of Science degrees and Doctor of Philosophy degrees at its 2025 spring honors convocation May 9. The class of 2025 had these credentials officially conferred upon them the following day at UNMC’s Omaha spring commencement. Click […]
Jun 5, 2025
Interim dean’s message: New semester, exciting updates
As late-February brings us some frigid temperatures, I want to extend a warm welcome back to UNMC for the spring semester! This semester’s newsletter is packed with exciting news and updates. We celebrated the accomplishments of nearly 70 August and December graduates at our December convocation ceremony. In the Student Spotlight, you’ll meet Dalton Staller, […]
Feb 18, 2025
Former dean urges degree candidates to ‘take flight’
The keynote speaker for UNMC Graduate Studies’ Fall Honors Convocation Dec. 20 was a familiar face. UNMC Interim Chancellor Dele Davies, MD, served as dean for graduate studies for 12 years before taking on his current role. “We know him as a person who will take time for any of us any time,” said Kendra […]
Feb 11, 2025
Digital badges showcase professional development
Shaylah McCool, a PhD candidate studying neuroscience in the Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences, is a fan of UNMC Graduate Studies’ new digital badge program. The microcredential program allows students to learn new skills and document this learning through digital badges that can be displayed on their LinkedIn pages, digital CVs and other platforms. […]
Feb 11, 2025
Staller inspired by UNMC Graduate Studies alums
We continue highlighting some of our outstanding graduate students. Meet Dalton Staller! Name: Dalton Staller. Hometown: Necedah, Wisconsin. Graduate Studies program: PhD candidate, IGPBS – integrative physiology and molecular medicine. Advisor: Ram Mahato, PhD. What do you enjoy about your research or field of study? I am passionate about my field of study because its interdisciplinary […]
Feb 10, 2025
Interim dean’s message: Excited to assume these new roles
Welcome to the latest edition of Graduate Posts. This is our first issue since our former dean for graduate studies, Dele Davies, MD, took on the role of interim chancellor of UNMC. We look forward to continuing to work with Dr. Davies in his new role. Students, faculty and staff, please know that he continues […]
Oct 28, 2024
Students, Derry-Crouse leaders welcomed at matriculation
The inaugural awarding of Derry-Crouse Emerging Leader honorees highlighted the UNMC Graduate Studies annual matriculation ceremony. More than 230 incoming graduate students began their respective MS and PhD degree journeys at the Aug. 20 event. Please enjoy a photo album from the matriculation ceremony at this link. The new Derry-Crouse Emerging Leader Awards are sponsored […]
Oct 28, 2024
