Inside UNMC

Investment would better prepare state for disasters

The Global Center for Health Security, a national voice on biopreparedness, looks to step up Nebraska’s preparations for the next disaster.

Feb 18, 2022

Shelly Schwedhelm, executive director of emergency management and clinical operations at the Global Center for Health Security, addresses a press conference in February 2020 about the emerging coronavirus pandemic. At left is James Lawler, MD, executive director of international programs and innovation for the GCHS. (Kent Sievers/UNMC)

Distinguished scientist: Laura Bilek, PhD

Dr. Bilek’s research focus is on exercise and osteoporosis.

Feb 18, 2022

Laura Bilek, PhD

UNMC for the record, Feb. 18, 2022

New chairman and vice chairman of the NU Board of Regents and a new health care certificate offered at UNO.

Feb 18, 2022

From left, Regent Bob Phares of North Platte, chairman of the NU Board of Regents, and Regent Tim Clare of Lincoln, vice chairman of the board

UNMC grant will promote nurses’ mental health

Three-year, $2.2 million federal grant will work with partners across Nebraska on ways to promote resiliency and mental health in the nursing workforce.

Feb 17, 2022

Alyson Hanish, PhD, assistant professor in the UNMC College of Nursing

From social media: Dr. Lawler on airborne transmission

The UNMC Global Center for Health Security keeps the community updated on the latest in the pandemic.

Feb 17, 2022

Black History Month presentation is today

Leo Louis II will present his talk, “Stay Safe: The Definition of Cultural Insecurity in Black America.”

Feb 17, 2022

Westengaard is new MMI occupational therapy director

Michelle ‘Chelli’ Westengaard brings experience at Children’s Hospital & Medical Center and in pediatric therapy clinics in both Hastings and Gretna.

Feb 16, 2022

Michelle 'Chelli' Westengaard, director of occupational therapy

Dr. Gold is chamber’s Volunteer of the Year

Chancellor is recognized for his leadership and commitment to public safety in helping the business community throughout the pandemic.

Feb 16, 2022

UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD

UNeMed holds Research Innovation Awards Ceremony

The virtual event featured awards for Innovator of the Year, Most Promising New Invention and Startup of the Year.

Feb 16, 2022

From social media: Isha Snehal, human of UNMC

UNMC’s Instagram account profiles the people you meet each day around campus.

Feb 16, 2022

Isha Snehal, MBBS, resident physician in the Department of Neurological Sciences and human of UNMC