Each Thursday, we randomly feature a medical center employee.
This week, we learn more about Kara Rivera, a lab technician in the College of Pharmacy.
Kara Rivera |
- Name: Kara Rivera
- Hometown: Omaha
- No. of years at UNMC: One
Tell us a bit about what you do here at UNMC.
I am a Lab Tech II in the COP under Dr. Serguei Vinogradov. I synthesize nanogels for research in cancer treatments. Our lab collaborates with other labs in the university as well as nationwide. We recently got a grant from USSTRATCOM that we are very excited about.
Commitment to excellence is one of UNMC’s brand values. Tell us of a time you witnessed a person or group act with a commitment to excellence.
I think every lab tech in the department is committed to excellence. Sometimes I will come in to do work on the weekends or as early as 6 a.m. and I will notice other labs bustling when I come in. I love working in a department that has technicians and professors so eager to do the work they enjoy and who are committed to their research.
What is your favorite Fall activity?
Baking! I have already started with cookies, banana bread, pumpkin bread and pecan pie!
List three things people may not know about you.
- I recently got married. It’s been almost two months!
- I am an only child.
- I love bargain hunting. I recently bought a complete set of china for 12 place settings for $30. Now I get to use my new china for Thanksgiving.
Kara Rivera is the best! Not only is she a great
friend, she is a great person all around. Love you, Kara! Angie P.
Congratulations on your recent marriage! Good to know there are other bargain shoppers out there.
I think this is great news to read! Kara is a very good friend and very good at what she does. I am glad there are people out there just like her! Congrats on your marriage as well Kara! Julie B.