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UNMC holds inaugural conference on AI in health

Some 300 people from across UNMC and its partners attended, highlighting the growing interest in the rapidly evolving field.

May 5, 2026

Joseph Siu, PhD, professor of physical therapy in the UNMC College of Allied Health Professions, gives a digital poster presentation at the UNMC "AI in Health Conference 2026: Shaping the Future of Care."

Water, Climate and Health Program to hold research poster session

The event this Wednesday marks the program’s fifth year of celebrating research, education and community partnerships.

May 5, 2026

Nine attendees at last year's poster session pose for a photograph.

‘May the Force Be with You’: Discount for ‘Star Wars’ symphony

Discounted tickets for the Omaha Symphony performance are available for evening showings on Friday and Saturday.

May 5, 2026

Star Wars heroes, from left, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and Han Solo stand next to each other and face to the right of frame in a scene from the movie.

UNMC commencement is Saturday: Info to know

UNMC’s Omaha commencement ceremony will be held at 9 a.m. at Baxter Arena in Omaha.

May 4, 2026

A UNMC graduate in black and brown graduation gown holds up her UNMC diploma

Annual conditional parking registration is open

UNMC Parking Services has launched a new registration process for conditional parking to ensure eligibility remains current.

May 4, 2026

Two people walk through a parking garage, with cars parked in rows.

‘Lifting spirits’: UNMC welcomes therapy K9 Ares

The German shepherd, part of the University of Nebraska Police and Public Safety Department, will begin routine campus patrols as of today with his handler.

May 1, 2026

Therapy K9 Ares, who will be part of the University of Nebraska Police and Public Safety Department, is described as having "a heart devoted to lifting spirits."

New employee parking options coming soon

More parking options, no increase in parking permit fees and a reminder about carpool renewals beginning May 1.

May 1, 2026

Parking lot 17 near 45th Street and Jones Court. Photos from a photo stroll across the UNMC campus in Omaha on Monday, July 29, 2019.

Tammy Webster, PhD, named dean of the UNMC College of Allied Health Professions

Dr. Webster brings experience and vision to a college known as a national leader in distance education and rural health.

Apr 29, 2026

Tammy Webster, PhD

iTEACH Awards recognize contributions to campus, community life

UNMC students, faculty and staff were recognized at a ceremony with Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, and Mayor John Ewing Jr.

Apr 29, 2026

From left, UNMC Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD; UNMC medical students Winnie Ladu and Omar Ceesay; Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr.; and Vice Chancellor for Campus Engagement Sheritta Strong, MD. (Photo credit Lily Butler)

Lunch and Learn to focus on communication during change

The May 7 presentation will feature Sharon Storch, PhD, of the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

Apr 29, 2026

Sharon Storch, PhD