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MLK speaker calls for revolution of values
Robert Jensen, Ph.D., is preparing for a social revolution. The North Dakota native doesn’t expect to see the outcome, but he is frank and honest in his quest to transcend white supremacy.
Jan 18, 2006
College of Dentistry scientist receives $330,000 grant to study whether statin drugs may stop progression of Parkinson’s
Kalipada Pahan, Ph.D., associate professor of biochemistry, oral biology and pharmacology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry in Lincoln, has received a two-year, $330,750 grant to study the effectiveness of statins in stopping the destruction of neurons in mouse models with Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease is a progressive, incurable neurological disorder […]
Jan 18, 2006
Workshop focuses on culturally competent health care
UNMC recently hosted for 21 students from eight colleges across Nebraska. The students, who attended the one-week Cultural Competency Workshop, learned about the growing diversity in Nebraska and the health professional’s role in providing culturally competent health care.
Jan 17, 2006
UNMC to receive funds to study potential Saddle Creek relocation
UNMC will receive $1 million in federal funds to conduct a feasibility study regarding the relocation of Saddle Creek Road on the campus’s western boundary. U.S. Sen. Ben Nelson was instrumental in acquiring the funds that will be designated for this use.
Jan 17, 2006
Pfizer Pharmaceuticals grants UNMC $30,000 to host Latino health conference
A conference for health professionals that focuses on Latino health is something Lois Colburn has wanted to host for a long time. Thanks to a $30,000 grant from Pfizer Pharmaceuticals the Latino Health Conference will be held in May. "This grant from Pfizer allows us to make this much needed and timely conference […]
Jan 17, 2006
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. – part 5 of 5
In commemoration of today’s Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, UNMC Today shares a visionary quote by the slain civil rights leader. At noon, the campus community is invited to attend a thought-provoking presentation on “White Privilege” by Robert Jensen, Ph.D., in the Storz Pavilion.
Jan 16, 2006
Mayor honors faculty as hometown heroes
Several UNMC faculty and employees were honored as “Hometown Heroes” recently by Mayor Mike Fahey, for their roles in helping to bring conventions to Qwest Center Omaha, raising the city’s profile and helping to pay the facility’s debt.
Jan 16, 2006
Regents to vote on Center for Health Science Education
The University of Nebraska Board of Regents will be asked Friday to approve the completion of construction on the Center for Health Science Education at UNMC.
Jan 16, 2006
Northern Plains Tribal Epidemiology Center to partner with UNMC
The Northern Plains Tribal Epidemiology Center has received a Native American Research Center for Health (NARCH) grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Indian Health Service. The Northern Plains Tribal Epidemiology Center will partner with UNMC.
Jan 13, 2006
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. — part 4 of 5
In commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, UNMC Today highlights a quotation by Rosa Parks on rights and privileges.
Jan 13, 2006