Rural
25 years building a stronger rural health workforce
The Nebraska Area Health Education Center marks its 25th anniversary this year and its commitment to rural Nebraska.
Jul 17, 2026
Study highlights Nebraska’s behavioral health workforce model
The Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska published policy lessons from its experience distributing pandemic relief funds.
Jun 29, 2026
Tyson closure prompts community response, UNMC action
‘I knew we had to do something,’ says Athena Ramos, PhD, who has helped lead UNMC’s engagement in Lexington.
Jun 23, 2026
‘I can be myself in a small town’
A future pharmacist studying at UNMC in Kearney aims to bring meaningful connections to small town Nebraska,
Jun 18, 2026
Piper taking next step at UNMC med school in Kearney
After graduating from UNK in May as a pre-medical student, Elly Piper will stay in Kearney to attend medical school at UNMC.
Jun 5, 2026
Daro expresses gratitude for rural health opportunities
UNMC Student Regent Allie Daro is a graduate of UNK and the Kearney Health Opportunities Program.
May 27, 2026
UNMC, UNK celebrate opening of rural health education complex
Kearney facilities expand UNMC offerings in medicine, pharmacy, public health, nursing and allied health.
May 15, 2026
Ceremony today to celebrate UNMC’s expansion in Kearney
The new Health Science Education Center II is part of the Douglas A. Kristensen Rural Health Education Complex.
May 14, 2026
UNMC College of Nursing continues building pathways to the profession
Dean Lepaine Sharp-McHenry, DNP, signed the college’s latest memorandum of understanding with McCook Public Schools.
May 6, 2026
UNMC expands nursing partnerships in western Nebraska
The agreement with Gering Public High School offers a nursing pathway for students.
Apr 9, 2026