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UNO, UNMC launch dual degree to equip future dentists with business skills
The collaborative effort will give dentists the skills they need to lead their own practices as demand for dentists increases.
Feb 10, 2025
![Mammel Hall, home of the University of Nebraska at Omaha College of Business administration](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/MammelHall020725-900x600.jpg)
UNMC Ice Rink free for everyone for rest of season
The general public can skate for free along with the med center and University of Nebraska community through Feb. 16.
Feb 10, 2025
![Skaters at the UNMC Ice Rink](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IceRink4122024-900x600.jpg)
Tree removal is first step in upcoming infrastructure projects
Trees will be removed by Feb. 15 to make way for construction work into 2026. New trees will be planted once the work is completed.
Feb 7, 2025
![Trees in front of UNMC buildings on 42nd Street](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Trees020725-900x600.jpg)
Dr. Davies’ all-campus forum set for Feb. 13
The interim chancellor will talk with Rod Markin, MD, PhD, and Michael Dixon, PhD, about UNMC’s work with UNeTech and UNeMed.
Feb 7, 2025
![Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, Rod Markin, MD, PhD, and Michael Dixon, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/DaviesMarkinDixon020725-900x600.jpg)
UNMC launches public health podcast with bird flu discussion
‘For the Health of It’ will offer conversations on important, complex public health issues.
Feb 7, 2025
![Promotional graphic](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ForTheHealthOfIt020625-900x600.jpg)
UNMC achievements, Feb. 7, 2025
Steven Yeh, MD, receives a high honor, and Sean Langenfeld, MD, becomes an editor-in-chief.
Feb 7, 2025
![Steven Yeh, MD, and Sean Langenfeld, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/YehLangenfeld020725-900x600.jpg)
Gold U winner Vidlak applauded for making a difference
Debbie Vidlak is a research project coordinator lead in the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center Clinical Trials Office.
Feb 6, 2025
![Debbie Vidlak](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/DebbieVidlak020625-900x600.jpg)
UNMC Gold Humanism Honor Society inducts new members
The society recognizes third-year medical students, residents and faculty who show exceptional compassion in patient care.
Feb 6, 2025
![UNMC emblem](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/UNMC_EmblemGrey-1024x683-1.jpg)
UNeMed streamlines submissions for ideas, innovations
Faculty, students and staff can access a new online form to confidentially submit their work for review.
Feb 6, 2025
![UNeMed t-shirts and pennants](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/UNEMED020625-900x600.jpg)
Engage Wellness member goes for new rowing record
Nancy McCormick holds a record for the 85-89 age group and just elevated to a new group in January.
Feb 5, 2025
![Nancy McCormick, who works out frequently at the UNMC Engage Wellness Medical Fitness Center, will attempt to break an age-group record on a rowing machine on Feb. 8. McCormick says she's proud that she can use the 12-pound “pink weights” during workout classes.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/NancyMcCormick2020525-900x600.jpg)