Lookin’ at U – Sergio Costa, Ph.D.

Each Thursday, we randomly feature a medical center employee.

This week, we learn more about Sergio Costa, Ph.D., director of distance learning in the College of Public Health.

Sergio Costa, Ph.D.

• Name: Sergio Costa, Ph.D.
  
• Hometown: New Bedford, Mass.
  
• No. of years at UNMC: Two years and three months

What is your best memory from your time at UNMC?

The people who make the College of Public Health a special place. There are so many dedicated, talented individuals who make this college work — faculty, staff, students, community partners and public health leaders alike.

Our four brand values are leadership, commitment to excellence, working together and being a trusted resource. Pick one and tell us a time you witnessed it embodied at UNMC.

Working together. The accreditation of the college was a whirlwind of activity and series of daunting tasks. But patience, focus, ability to work together and steady direction from the leadership of our college led to results that should rightfully make the entire state of Nebraska proud.

List three things people may not know about you.

• I am both a U.S. and Portuguese citizen. My family is from the beautiful and magical islands of the Azores
  
• I am a classical pianist. The two composers I most gravitate to are Schumann and Brahms.
  
• I have a doctorate in political science (international relations) from Boston University.