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MLK Day speaker: Racism is a public health crisis

Douglas County Commissioner Chris Rodgers spoke at the med center’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day event.

Jan 21, 2021

Douglas County Commissioner Chris Rodgers spoke at Monday's event.

Join the virtual Walk & Roll for Disabilities event March 7

Funds raised go towards providing recreational programs for adults with developmental disabilities

Jan 21, 2021

Original artwork needed for Black History Month

Artwork will be showcased on social media and at Black History Month events in February.

Jan 20, 2021

OPS superintendent takes part in vaccine trial

Cheryl Logan, EdD, ‘rolls up her sleeves’ to join fight against COVID-19.

Jan 18, 2021

Cheryl Logan, EdD, superintendent of Omaha Public Schools, is taking part in a UNMC COVID-19 vaccine trial.

AMA president to speak at Breakthrough Thinking event

Susan Bailey, MD, president of the America Medical Association, will speak today on physician leadership in a time of urgency.

Jan 14, 2021

Chancellor’s message: The future we cherish

We stand united as the UNMC community in our belief that no one should live in fear for who they are, where they are from and what they stand for.

Jan 14, 2021

Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD

Pharmacy students help deliver vaccinations

Students take part in effort to immunize residents and patients at more than 140 facilities.

Jan 13, 2021

From left, College of Pharmacy students Sarah Stage, Kristin McLarty and Traver Pettijohn

Time out with T.O. – Paying it forward

Philanthropist Bill Scott and wife Ruth help fund new trauma center at Great Plains Health.

Jan 12, 2021

After he suffered a serious accident in 2005, Bill Scott was no longer able to engage in one of his favorite pastimes - playing the trumpet. Thanks to his dedication and rehabilitation efforts, Scott has regained his ability to play. He's seen here playing at a UNMC event with his son, John.

Time out with T.O. – A salute to the Yanneys

Philanthropists have had huge impact on the medical center.

Jan 7, 2021

Mike Yanney and Gail Yanney, MD

Pipeline programs help students to health careers

Area Health Education Centers support pre-health professions educational programs.

Jan 6, 2021

Hannah Dickey (photo by Margaret Cain)