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Dr. Todd among 2006 outstanding teachers
To successfully complete gross anatomy, students must absorb literally thousands of medical terms. It’s not easy, but if you have good teachers, the process becomes much easier. That’s where Gordon Todd, Ph.D. comes in. He’s been teaching gross anatomy for 34 years. And – better yet – he’s very good at it. Dr. Todd will be among four faculty members to receive the Outstanding Teaching Award at Tuesday’s Annual Faculty Meeting.
Apr 21, 2006
Medical laboratory professionals in the spotlight
Clinical lab scientists are vital members of the health care team since 70 percent of medical decisions are based on their lab results. They also are in short supply. National Medical Laboratory Professionals Week — April 23-29 — help spotlight the pending shortage of clinical laboratory professionals.
Apr 21, 2006
Student Nurses Association recognized
The Student Nurses Association at the UNMC College of Nursing – Kearney Division is recognized for its donation to the Clnic of Good Health.
Apr 20, 2006
Dr. LaFramboise among 2006 outstanding teachers
In her clinical teaching, Louise LaFramboise, Ph.D., always emphasizes the person in the bed. Calm in critical care situations, she helps students develop their critical reasoning and interpersonal skills with patients who are critically ill. This is the third in a series of profiles on this year’s outstanding teachers. The awardees will be recognized April 25 at 4 p.m. during the Annual Faculty Meeting in the Durham Research Center Auditorium.
Apr 20, 2006
Regents to vote on second research tower
UNMC will seek approval of the University of Nebraska Board of Regents Friday to proceed with construction of a second research tower.The 10-level facility, which is presently being called the Research Center of Excellence II, would be nearly identical to the Durham Research Center, which opened in 2003.
Apr 19, 2006
Dr. Iwen among 2006 outstanding teachers
The roots of Pete Iwen’s teaching styles lay in a triangle of influences from his upbringing in Arthur, N.D., a small farming community about 30 minutes northwest of Fargo. This is the second in a series of profiles on this year’s outstanding teachers. The awardees will be recognized April 25 at 4 p.m. during the Annual Faculty Meeting in the Durham Research Center Auditorium.
Apr 19, 2006
Pharmacy students win outreach competition
UNMC pharmacy students finished 16th out of the 31 schools that competed in the Medicare Student Outreach Competition. As a result, the group received a National Council of State Pharmacy Association Executives’ award of $500.
Apr 19, 2006
Students receive Harris awards in cancer, nursing
For the past six years, Norman and Bernice Harris have awarded scholarships to graduate students pursuing cancer research. Now, they also are recognizing the skills of nursing students.
Apr 18, 2006
Dr. Froeschle among 2006 outstanding teachers
Faculty, staff and students at the UNMC College of Dentistry agree, Mary Lynn Froeschle, D.D.S., is one of the best teachers at the college. On April 25, she will receive one of this year’s four Outstanding Teacher Awards during the chancellor’s annual faculty meeting. This is the first in a series of profiles on the award recipients.
Apr 18, 2006
Students thank anatomical donors
Andrew Gard never knew the name of his first medical education teacher. But Friday, more than 300 people gathered at the Westside Community Center to honor the 120 individuals who donated their bodies to the anatomical gift program.
Apr 18, 2006