Community

UNMC honored for its revitalization work at EDGE District

Omaha By Design recognized the neighborhood revitalization work at the new district west of Saddle Creek Road.

Nov 12, 2025

A conceptual rendering of the EDGE District at its full development, as viewed from the north looking south along Saddle Creek Road.

Fostering the Future blanket making event is Friday

Participants can make blankets that will be donated to local organizations supporting youth and families.

Nov 12, 2025

An image of a collection of tie blankets

More than a promise: UNMC supports employees in the guard, reserve

One allied health supervisor received two special honors for supporting her colleague who serves in the Nebraska Air National Guard.

Nov 11, 2025

From left, Col. Kipper Hesse, wing commander of the 155th Air Refueling Wing, Nebraska Air National Guard, poses with Maggie Winnicki and Perris Scott, of the UNMC College of Allied Health Professions. Scott also serves as a first sergeant in the Nebraska Air National Guard.

One-Stop Cancer Shops offer screenings to the community

More than 100 people received valuable cancer screenings during events at Mount Calvary Community Church and Nebraska Urban Indian Health Center.

Nov 11, 2025

From left, driver Bob Kehn, Melissa Baron of the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, UNMC nursing students Rachel Kudirka and Natalie Barrera-Mendoza, and driver Jodi Winchell at the One-Stop Cancer Shop event

Cindy Heider exemplifies community service to research

Heider, a community volunteer on CHRI’s External Advisory Board, will be honored Thursday as part of UNMC’s research awards ceremony.

Nov 5, 2025

Cindy Heider

Backstage Pass event to highlight health professions

The popular event, set for Wednesday, this year is adding the UNMC College of Pharmacy to its lineup.

Nov 4, 2025

Kaitlyn Uwazarike, DPT, checks grip strength at the Physical Therapy booth at a previous Backstage Pass event.

Dr. Davies, other UNMC officials meet with South Omaha leaders

The Latino Center of the Midlands hosted the gathering that included a discussion on a wide variety of topics.

Nov 3, 2025

Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, participated in a South Omaha leadership breakfast at the Latino Center of the Midlands.

Remembering Omaha philanthropist Marshall Faith

Faith, founder of Scoular, was respected for his unwavering commitment to the well-being of others.

Oct 30, 2025

Marshall Faith

Nominations for UNMC’s honorary degree remain open

The degrees, the highest honor that the university can bestow, will be awarded in 2026.

Oct 27, 2025

Barry Gold, PhD, emeritus professor and former chair of pharmaceutical sciences at the University of Pittsburgh, receives an Honorary Doctorate of Science degree at the May 2024 UNMC commencement.

Discounts available for Omaha Performing Arts shows

Performances include ‘The Life and Music of George Michael,’ ‘Menopause The Musical 2,’ ‘A Motown Christmas’ and ‘The Wiz.’

Oct 24, 2025

A scene from 'A Motown Christmas'