Local Teachers Attended UNMC Teachers Connection Workshop

 Twelve high school and junior high science teachers recently attended

the second annual Teachers Connection Workshop at the University of Nebraska

Medical Center held earlier this fall.

 The event exposed teachers to concepts that could be taught in

the classroom. For example, Robert Wickert, a medical technologist, showed

teachers how to use a computer module to identify a Polymerase Chain Reaction.

This technique is used to detect the presence of disease in humans. Each

of the teachers received a copy of the computer module for classroom use.

 Other sessions included using fluorescent light to tag DNA and

identify abnormalities in the DNA chain, learning how hyperbaric chambers

are used to help patients and a visit to the sleep lab.

UNMC is the only public academic health science center in the state.

Through its commitment to research, education and patient care, UNMC has

established itself as one of the country’s leading centers for cancer research

and treatment and solid organ transplantation. More than $34 million in

research grants and contracts are awarded to UNMC scientists annually.

In addition, UNMC’s educational programs are responsible for training more

health professionals practicing in Nebraska than any other institution.


Teachers who attended are listed below by hometown:


Bridgeport Lisa Bryan


Chester Brad Piroutek


Falls City Noala Fritz


Fremont (left) Velyda Meyeres, (right) Dee Schatz


Kearney Matt Rogers


Laurel Kristy Jennigan


McCook Cathy Jones


Norfolk Marsha Stewart


North Platte Debbie Florke


Sidney Sherri Hausmann


Wilcox Jerry Elliott