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UNMC College of Nursing holds induction ceremony for new nursing students in Scottsbluff, Kearney, Lincoln, Omaha

The University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing recently held induction ceremonies across the state to recognize new nursing students as they made a commitment to academic integrity and began to assimilate the values and behaviors of the professional nurse.   The ceremonies, which were held in Scottsbluff, Kearney, Lincoln and Omaha, reiterate values […]

Mar 6, 2008

Verizon text message block will stop emergency alert messages

UNMC has lifted a text message block on all Verizon corporate pool plan phones used by employees because it would stop emergency messages sent by the e2Campus system should a catastrophic event occur on campus.

Mar 5, 2008

Meet UNMC Distinguished Scientist Eleanor Rogan, Ph.D.

UNMC researcher Eleanor Rogan, Ph.D., answers questions about her work, life and interests. NOTE: This profile is part of a series highlighting the 26 researchers who were named UNMC Distinguished Scientists or New Investigators for 2007. Each of these researchers will be profiled in UNMC Today leading up to a March 20 ceremony to recognize their achievements.

Mar 5, 2008

Spots remain open for Thursday’s blood drive

Several spots are available for those who wish to donate blood during UNMC’s blood drive on Thursday at the Center for Healthy Living.

Mar 5, 2008

Settler’s footsteps to be traced during Durham lecture

Transport yourself back to a wilder time during a Durham Western Heritage Museum noon lecture on Tuesday, March 11.

Mar 5, 2008

Faculty and staff to receive annual compensation summaries

Each UNMC faculty and staff member who is eligible for benefits will soon receive a report from human resources that summarizes his or her pay and benefits for 2007.

Mar 5, 2008

UNMC’s 10th Schwartz Center Rounds set for March 19

This month, the Schwartz Center Rounds — which made its debut at UNMC on Feb. 10, 2006 — is celebrating its 10th presentation.

Mar 4, 2008

UNMC looking for participants for national study on investigational drug for emphysema

The University of Nebraska Medical Center is one of 13 sites in the United States involved in a clinical trial studying a new medicine for emphysema.   The clinical trial will test the safety and effectiveness of a selective retinoid receptor agonist called RAR gamma to determine if the investigational compound can improve lung function […]

Mar 4, 2008

Carrie Davidson receives Nebraska State Student Nurse of the Year award

Carrie Davidson, a student at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing Lincoln Division, recently was named the Student Nurse of the Year at the Nebraska State Student Nurses’ Association conference in Norfolk, Neb. Davidson grew up outside of Lincoln, and graduated from Waverly High School.   The award is presented for leadership, […]

Mar 4, 2008

Meet UNMC New Investigator Debra Romberger, M.D.

UNMC researcher Debra Romberger, M.D., answers questions about her work, life and interests.
NOTE: This profile is part of a series highlighting the 26 researchers who were named UNMC Distinguished Scientists or New Investigators for 2007. Each of these researchers will be profiled in UNMC Today leading up to a March 20 ceremony to recognize their achievements.

Mar 4, 2008

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