Press Release
Gov. Johanns unveils plan for excellence in behavioral health
Gov. Mike Johanns and State Sen. Jim Jensen today announced the details of a plan developed by Nebraskas two academic health science centers on how they might help the state improve its behavioral health services. The University of Nebraska Medical Center and Creighton University submitted the plan at the request of Gov. Johanns and […]
Dec 15, 2003
NU Regents approve program statement for UNMC educational vision
The University of Nebraska Medical Centers educational vision for the 21st century foresees interactive learning and small-group discussion; state-of-the-art classrooms in which informational technology plays a key role; and intimate settings in which students learn clinical skills that will prepare them for their professional work. To bring that vision into focus, UNMC is constructing the […]
Dec 15, 2003
UNMC to conduct national clinical study to determine best time during treatment to introduce breast cancer vaccine
The University of Nebraska Medical Center has received a two-year, $500,000 grant to conduct a clinical breast cancer study to test the safety and effectiveness of a vaccine in combination with surgery and chemotherapy. The funding was awarded by Avon and the U.S. National Cancer Institute Progress for Patients Program. UNMC researchers expect to begin […]
Dec 5, 2003
Eighth-graders invited to compete in 12th UNMC Health/Science Meet regional competitions across state
Nebraska eighth-graders are invited to compete in the University of Nebraska Medical Centers regional Health/Science Meet competition, which will be held at seven locations across Nebraska: Ainsworth; Grand Island; Lincoln; North Platte; Norfolk; Omaha; and Scottsbluff. In order to compete in the regional competition, students should contact their science teachers in January. Deadline for registration […]
Nov 25, 2003
UNMC College of Nursing receives $580,000 federal grant to expand access of master’s degree to nurses across Nebraska
The University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing has received a two-year, $580,000 continuation grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to recruit more rural nurses into a masters degree that prepares nurses as leaders. The grant makes it possible for more nurses in Nebraska to earn a masters degree at […]
Nov 24, 2003
Dedication ceremony marks Durham Research Center opening
The University of Nebraska Medical Center opened the doors today to a 10-level, state-of-the-art research building. The $77 million Durham Research Center, built almost exclusively with private funds, held its dedication ceremony today at UNMC. A public open house is scheduled for between 1 and 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 16. This research center will […]
Nov 13, 2003
Creighton UNMC receieve national community service award
For their significant contributions to local and statewide communities, Omahas two academic medical centers have been awarded the prestigious Outstanding Community Service Award for 2003 from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Creighton University Medical Center and the University of Nebraska Medical Center were recognized by the AAMC for their outstanding efforts in meeting […]
Nov 9, 2003
Durham Research Center dedication set for Nov. 13
The University of Nebraska Medical Center will open the doors soon to a 10-level, state-of-the-art research building. The $77 million Durham Research Center, built almost exclusively with private funds, will hold its dedication ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 13. A public open house is scheduled for between 1 and 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 16. This […]
Nov 6, 2003
Newsham family establishes memorial gift for UNMC diabetes research
The Roberta J. Newsham Memorial Diabetes Research Fund has been established to support diabetes research at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine. The Newsham family created the fund through a family gift and memorial donations creating a $10,000 endowment at the University of Nebraska Foundation. Roberta Bobbie Newsham of Ashland died in […]
Nov 6, 2003
UNMC invites public to Winter Health Tune Up’ Event Nov. 1; offers free health screenings, flu shots at Clarkson West Medical Center, 144th & Center
The University Medical Associates, the physician group practice of the University of Nebraska Medical Center, invites the public to its free Winter Health Tune Up, event Saturday, Nov. 1, from 9 to 11 a.m., at its location in the Clarkson West Medical Center building at 144th and Center streets near the Oak View Mall. The […]
Oct 23, 2003