College of Allied Health Professions

‘There is tremendous interest and excitement’

The new UNMC health science education center in Kearney will provide health care training close to home for rural Nebraska.

Jul 8, 2025

The 110,000-square-foot Health Science Education Center II is under construction on the UNK campus. It’s scheduled to open early next year, allowing UNMC to expand its nursing and allied health programs in Kearney and offer new programs in medicine, pharmacy and public health.

Kyle Meyer, PhD, to step down as allied health dean in 2026

Dr. Meyer is the founding dean of the UNMC College of Allied Health Professions and has led allied health at UNMC for 20 years.

Jun 27, 2025

Kyle Meyer, PhD

O’Neil retiring after a ‘great adventure’ in allied health

Pat O’Neil, who served 19 years at the med center, will have a retirement celebration on Wednesday, May 14.

May 12, 2025

Pat O’Neil

Anatomical donor program honors loved ones at memorial service

The annual service, held at the Truhlsen Events Center, drew more than 500 people.

May 9, 2025

Candles lit in remembrance of the anatomical donors

A rare discovery in the laboratory shows UNMC grad’s dedication

The trained eye of a Nebraska Medicine laboratory scientist and UNMC graduate put the care team on the right path to diagnosis.

Apr 24, 2025

Medical laboratory scientist Zankhana Amin in the lab

91 UNMC faculty members recognized for service milestones

See this list of faculty who have reached 10, 20, 30 and 40 years at UNMC.

Apr 23, 2025

Carol Casey, PhD, Byers Shaw Jr., MD, and John Windle, MD, recognized for 40 years of service to UNMC.

UNMC program coordinator highlights a special case

The UNMC College of Allied Health Professions’ Emily Wiley presents on her expertise in canine hemophilia and Walter.

Apr 22, 2025

Emily Wiley

UNMC’s graduate, professional programs ranked among nation’s best

Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, says the rankings reflect UNMC’s commitment to exceptional academic experiences.

Apr 9, 2025

UNMC campus sign

E-Learning Showcase highlights interactive digital education

During the April 10 event, attendees can see demonstrations of UNMC’s latest e-learning projects and talk with the developers.

Mar 31, 2025

A demonstration from last year's E-Learning Showcase

Dr. Grammer honored as UNMC’s Varner Educator Laureate

Shaun Grammer, DMSc, is recognized as ‘true steward of education’ at UNMC and the UNMC College of Allied Health Professions.

Mar 14, 2025

Shaun Grammer, DMSc