Kalani Simpson
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
GSA leadership aims to emphasize networking in 2024-25
UNMC’s Graduate Student Association is undertaking several initiatives this academic year, but leaders indicated the major underlying themes in 2024-25 will be reaching out to the greater UNMC student body, and, relatedly, networking. Graduate students will collaborate with student success and other organizations to broaden their experience and networks, said GSA president Evie Ehrhorn. “We’re […]
Oct 28, 2024
Student spotlight: Zachary VanRoy
We continue to highlight some of our outstanding graduate students. Meet Zachary VanRoy! Name: Zachary VanRoy. Hometown: Omaha, Nebraska. Graduate studies program: Immunology, pathology, and infectious diseases (IPID)/MD-PhD program. Anticipated graduation date: May 2025. Advisor: Tammy Kielian, PhD. What do you love about your research or field of study? Immunology is a great field! It […]
Oct 28, 2024
Interim chancellor: Grateful to have been your dean
As I reflect on my 12 years as your dean, I am filled with heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity to have traveled with you on your academic and professional journeys. Graduate education is demanding, and it has been truly inspiring to watch our students’ dedication and passion as they transition to successful careers. It has […]
Jul 17, 2024
