The UNMC Department of Internal Medicine will host a retirement tea for department adminstrator Selaba Travis from 3-5 p.m. on Nov. 6 in University Tower’s Private Dining Room C.
“Selaba has contributed to the UNMC Department of Internal Medicine in so many ways,” said department chair Debra Romberger, M.D. “She has been the heart of our department’s summer undergraduate research program and has influenced so many college students who have gone on to pursue both medicine and research.”
Dr. Romberger credited Travis with helping the department get National Institutes of Health funding for its summer program.
“She has been a big part of our communication efforts with her hard work on our regular newsletters and the biennial department reports,” she said. “She has always been willing to take on new tasks with a calm presence and a smile. I am so grateful for all she has done for us.”
Travis joined UNMC in the department of pathology & microbiology nearly 30 years ago. She began working in the internal medicine division of oncology & hematology in 1993, transitioning to internal medicine administration in 1999. In 2003, she began coordinating projects related to research under then-vice chair for research Dr. Romberger, the position Travis still holds.
“I owe a lot to Dr. Romberger for her support and mentorship,” Travis said. “Along the way, I have also worked for other leaders in internal medicine and I am appreciative to each of them for the experience.
“I will miss all of the wonderful people I have worked with over the years who have been part of my UNMC journey,” she said. “However, I am looking forward to the next chapter, and hope to take the lessons I have learned with me into the future.”
Congratulations, Selaba!
Congratulations Selaba. Your contributions have been many. Best wishes for your new adventure!!
Selaba has always done a terrific job for Internal Medicine and UNMC – I truly enjoyed working with her – She has definitely made a difference for many individuals – Thank You Selaba – Mike McGlade
Selaba, congratulations on your upcoming retirement. I couldn't agree more with what Dr. Romberger and Dr. Mikuls wrote. You have been a great asset to not just Internal Medicine but the entire campus. Enjoy your next adventure.
Well done, Selaba! Best of luck to you.
Selaba, Congratulations! Wishing you many happy returns in your retirement. Enjoy every moment and do many fun things!
You are truly a wonderful person and I wish you the absolute best in your next chapter. May you forever have peace, love, joy, and great health! All the best Selaba! Sherry
Congratulations, Selaba. We will miss you!!
Thank you for all that you have done for Internal Medicine. Enjoy your retirement and have many umbrella drinks by the ocean, on the beach, by the pool, watching the sun set, etc.
ENJOY!!!!
Congrats, Selaba! Enjoy every minute!
Congrats, Selaba. You will be missed. Thank you for everything!
Congratulations Selaba! You will be missed by many. I hope you enjoy every minute. It's been a pleasure and an honor knowing you and working with you.
Dear Seleba, Congratulations!! You will be missed!! Good luck and enjoy your retirement. Hope we will continue to see you at the VA Christmas party – You do have a lifetime membership –)
You are going to be missed!
Selaba, I am so glad that you are being recognized for all of your accomplishments. Have a wonderful time in your retirement.
Thank you for your patriotism and assistance over the time I've known you, Selaba. I am so grateful for the times our paths have crossed over the years. Enjoy your very well-deserved retirement!
Selaba, you are one of a kind, and your Department is the better for your quiet, persistent efforts in so many ways, but particularly over communication. Thank you for your kindness and help to me. Enjoy your retirement!
John Benson