Education

Jessica Downes, PharmD, named pharmacy practice vice chair

Dr. Downes, a clinical associate professor within the department, has been on faculty at UNMC for nearly a dozen years.

Dec 11, 2025

Jessica Downes, PharmD

UNMC College of Public Health achieves re-accreditation

The recognition by the Council on Education for Public Health reaffirms the college’s position as a leader in public health education and practice.

Dec 10, 2025

Ali S. Khan, MD, MPH, dean of the UNMC College of Public Health, and Nicole Kolm Valdivia, PhD, assistant dean of academic affairs for the college

E-Learning announces 2025-26 cohort for funded awards program

The funded teams and their projects reflect new, collaborative approaches to learning.

Dec 5, 2025

Peggy Moore, director of interactive e-learning

Canvas Convergence project to launch in fall 2026

The initiative to unify NU’s four learning management systems will create a more seamless experience for faculty and students.

Dec 4, 2025

Logo of Nebraska outline that has word Canvas

Nominations due Feb. 27 for annual faculty awards

The UNMC Faculty Senate recognizes faculty for meritorious teaching, mentoring or service.

Dec 4, 2025

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UNMC launches new faculty mentoring initiative 

UNMC Academic Affairs is fostering connections across campus to help build collaboration among faculty.

Dec 2, 2025

Jane Meza, PhD

Dr. Sunagawa receives college’s Distinguished Teaching Award

Pharmacy students recognized Shawna Sunagawa, PharmD, for her enthusiasm and care for learners.

Nov 21, 2025

Shawnalyn Sunagawa, PharmD

Doctor of Nutrition and Dietetics program leads the way

The UNMC College of Allied Health Professions program is the first nationally to be a candidacy for accreditation in the field.

Nov 18, 2025

Jana Ponce, PhD

UNMC Human Resources launches The Pulse learning program

Formerly known as Re-Imagining U, the personal and professional development program is available in the Bridge app.

Nov 13, 2025

Michele Magner

Grief during the holidays subject of brown bag

Cecilia Poon, PhD, clinical psychologist with Nebraska Medicine, is the guest presenter at the next Olson Center Brown Bag on Nov. 18.

Nov 12, 2025

Cecilia Poon, PhD