Graduate Studies

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

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

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

Faltin to serve as new director of UNMC Office of Graduate Studies

Andrew Faltin, JD, returns to UNMC, excited about improving the student experience and supporting graduate students in their work.

May 6, 2026

Andrew Faltin, JD

UNMC achievements, May 1, 2026

A strong department showing at the Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting and a note on a STAR scholar.

May 1, 2026

Kareem Omran and Kevin Dibbern, PhD

Graduate Medical Education Research Symposium set for May 12

The eighth annual event will showcase the research of UNMC’s residents and fellows.

Apr 23, 2026

Graduate students stand at attention to listen to a presentation during the 6th Annual Graduate Medical Education Research Symposium held in the Truhlsen Events Center, Michael F. Sorrell Center for Health Science Education.

Reflections and updates for the spring semester

We hope you’re enjoying a successful and productive spring semester. Though we are still firmly in winter as I write this message, spring, a season of growth and possibility, is just around the corner. The Office of Graduate Studies has entered a new chapter, as director Terri Vadovski has moved on to another opportunity after […]

Feb 10, 2026

Karen Gould, PhD
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