Cancer Center Outreach

SURP positions undergraduates for a successful start in cancer research

The Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) gives undergraduates hands-on experience in cancer research at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.

Aug 19, 2026

From right: Abdul Hameed Rahmanzai (SURP scholar), Sriya Sridhar (mentor), Joshua Wilkinson (SURP scholar), Maggie Luong (mentor), Porter Dickenson (SURP scholar), Grace Waldron (mentor), and Santosh Shrestha (mentor)

Trailblazing a decade of CAR T-cell therapy

Hundreds gathered for an evening to celebrate 10 years of the groundbreaking therapy at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, Nebraska Medicine and UNMC.

Aug 11, 2026

Clinical trial participant Nick Howe, and some family members, took the stage at the event.

Cancer center earns national ranking from U.S. News

The ranking places the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center among the nation’s top programs for treating complex cancer cases.

Aug 6, 2026

Graphic shows a night image of the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center with the words 'Nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer Care." Logos appear at the bottom for Nebraska Medicine and the NCI.

Registration open for 2026 Midwest Radiation Oncology Symposium

The event will be held Aug. 21-22 at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, with a virtual attendance option.

Jul 29, 2026

Stylized light blue illustration of an MRI machine

Register now for the Cancer Survivorship Conference

The conference, sponsored by UNMC and the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, will be held Sept. 4 at the Scott Conference Center.

Jul 24, 2026

University of Nebraska Medical Center- Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center

From a simple test to peace of mind: Why screening events matter

The advice from one woman who attended such event is to take advantage of opportunities that make screening easy.

Jul 9, 2026

Bridget Brown

Cattlemen’s Ball brings Nebraskans together for a cause

The 28th Annual Cattlemen’s Ball of Nebraska, held June 5th and 6th, once again demonstrated the power of community by bringing together supporters, donors, advocates, researchers, and leaders from across the state committed to advancing cancer research and improving lives.  The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center sincerely thanks the 2026 hosts, Linda and Howard (Howdy) Benjamin and their […]

Jun 29, 2026

Cattlemen's ball sign

Nebraska Native Youth Gathering: Fostering cancer-related learning

The Nebraska Native Youth Gathering united 300 Native students from across Nebraska for a day of cultural connection and career exploration, including a look at what the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center and YES Program have to offer.

Jun 8, 2026

youth gathered at round tables

Growing focus on comprehensive care for cancer survivors

As cancer survival rates continue to rise, a new question takes center stage: how can survivors live well after cancer?

Jun 8, 2026

person taking in mountain scenery

Campus Against Cancer celebrates a year of impact, service, and recognition

Campus Against Cancer unites students around a shared mission — fighting cancer through community service, education, and advocacy at UNMC and beyond.

Jun 8, 2026

UNMC students