Graduate Studies

Dr. Hamill named director of UNMC Office of Graduate Studies 

A self-described systems builder, Bridget Hamill, PhD, began the role July 6.

Aug 11, 2026

Bridget Hamill, PhD

Harold M. Maurer, MD, remembered as visionary leader, builder

The former UNMC chancellor left his mark in more ways than one.

Aug 10, 2026

Harold M. Maurer, MD, and his wife, Beverly Maurer stand in front of the Maurer Center for Public Health on the UNMC Omaha campus

UNMC postdocs boost the institution’s research mission

Surveys undertaken by the UNMC Office of Postdoctoral Education highlight postdoc’s research contributions and experiences in the program.

Jul 30, 2026

From left, Elizabeth Kosmacek, PhD, Arpita Chatterjee, PhD, and Rebecca Oberley-Deegan, PhD, in Dr. Oberley-Deegan’s lab

Search underway for next graduate studies dean

The search committee will identify the best leader within NU to advance UNMC Graduate Studies’ mission and vision.

Jul 21, 2026

UNMC Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD

Responsible, not reflexive: one professor’s approach to AI in the classroom

Jordan Rowley, PhD, discusses how he incorporates AI capably and responsibly into his graduate teaching.

Jun 22, 2026

Jordan Rowley, PhD

May Honors Convocation: Graduates stand in their accomplishments

As 89 graduates prepared for commencement, they were recognized for their hard work completing their rigorous graduate studies training at UNMC.

Jun 22, 2026

The hooding ceremony for graduates is a traditional part of the UNMC Graduate Studies Honors Convocation.

Interim dean’s message: Welcoming summer with energy and purpose

Even during this period of recharging, UNMC continues moving forward and new opportunities are available for professional growth.

Jun 22, 2026

Karen Gould, PhD, interim dean of UNMC Graduate Studies

Students, alum team up for campus AI workshop

The Artificial Intelligence in Basic Research and Drug Development brought together trainees, faculty and industry experts.

Jun 18, 2026

Sterlena Taylor, PhD, head of the innovation lab at Novartis, gave the keynote address at the "Artificial Intelligence in Basic Research and Drug Development" workshop, held April 28-29.

Listening sessions set for dean of graduate studies search

Ken Bayles, PhD, will lead the campus listening sessions on June 23 and 25.

Jun 15, 2026

Ken Bayles, PhD, vice chancellor for research, will lead the listening sessions.

Committee named in search for next graduate studies dean

Ken Bayles, PhD, UNMC’s vice chancellor for research, will lead the group of more than a dozen leaders and stakeholders.

May 21, 2026

Ken Bayles, PhD