UNMC seeks nominations for J.G. (Jack) Elliott Award
The University of Nebraska Medical Center is currently accepting nominations for the 2008 J.G. (Jack) Elliott Award.
The award is given annually to an individual who has made significant contributions to medicine and health programs for the state of Nebraska. The award is given in memory of Elliott, a former Scottsbluff resident who served on the University of Nebraska Board of Regents for 20 years until his death in 1974.
The recipient will be selected by the chancellor of the Medical Center based on input from individuals or groups chosen by the chancellor. The award will be presented during UNMC’s spring commencement ceremony in Omaha.
Nominees are evaluated according to the following criteria:
• A Nebraska resident who has made a significant contribution to the health of the state through his or her actions.
• Statewide impact with contributions in the areas of education, research and community outreach.
• The individual’s actions should improve individual and community health.
• The health contributions should be beyond the scope of work-related activities.
Nomination forms are available online at: http://www.unmc.edu/externalaffairs/
or by calling Carol Ann Hart at (402) 559-5105 or e-mailing her at: chart@unmc.edu.
Submit all nominations and supporting materials no later than Aug. 31, 2007 to:
Bob Bartee, Vice Chancellor for External Affairs,
UNMC Chancellor’s Office
986630 Nebraska Medical Center,
Omaha, NE 68198-6630.