Dr. Savalia honored by international women’s group
Medical student Krupa Savalia, Ph.D., was a recipient of the “Young Professional Leadership Award” from Elite Women Around the World®, a global network of individuals, leaders, organizations, and businesses with a shared mission of enhancing the economic position of women globally and creating a worldwide platform. Dr. Savalia received the award Tuesday in Cleveland at the group’s Women’s International Day Forum. Her speech to the group was titled, “Empowered to Lead.”
College of Nursing Class of 2014 sponsors ‘Honor and Remember’ flag
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An “Honor and Remember” flag sponsored by the UNMC College of Nursing Class of 2014 recently was presented to the family of Thomas Franklin Christ. The Honor and Remember Nebraska Chapter presents special flags to families of the fallen as a tangible national symbol of gratitude and a visible reminder that perpetually recognizes the sacrifice of military members who die while serving in the military. Tom Christ enlisted in the Navy in 1969. After two years of combat duty in Vietnam, Christ served in Hawaii, San Diego, and Great Lakes, Ill. While in Great Lakes, he became ill with stomach cancer, thought to be as a result of exposure to Agent Orange. He died Jan. 14, 1979.
From left to right, Vietnam veteran Tom Bizzarri, Darwin Jespersen, Carole Christ, Patti Christ and Bruce Husted, Nebraska Honor and Remember Nebraska Chapter.