UNMC for the record

The UNMC College of Nursing Northern Division in Norfolk hosted 22 teens, ages 12-18, at the Aug. 6-7 “Generation Link to Learn About Nursing.” The second annual camp for students interested in pursuing a career in nursing featured hands-on activities. The teens also invited a grandparent or adult family member to attend. The fun and educational event exposed participants to careers in nursing. They also learned first aid and participated in computerized simulation training. Students also received mentor support in career planning. The summer camp is funded by private donations and the Nursing Fund for Excellence

Kyle Meyer, Ph.D.

Kyle Meyer, Ph.D., senior associate dean of the School of Allied Health Professions, has been selected by his colleagues to serve as chair of the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions (ASAHP) Midwest Deans Group. The group represents members of the association that include colleges and schools of allied health at 18 Midwest academic health science centers.
The group promotes the exchange of best practice information pertaining to allied health education program planning and management, collectively represents the Midwest member institutions on issues of common concern, and communicates with other associations of allied health deans. Dr. Meyer assumed the role of chair in July, succeeding Wendy Rheault, Ph.D., provost of Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science.

Jane Meza, Ph.D.

Ali Khan, M.D., M.P.H., dean of the College of Public Health, has appointed Jane Meza, Ph.D., senior associate dean. In her new position, Dr. Meza, professor and chairwoman in the department of biostatistics in the college, will collaborate with chairs, center directors and associate deans within the college and serve as the dean’s office representative — both internally and externally. Dr. Meza served as the interim dean of the College of Public Health from August 2013 to Dr. Khan’s arrival in July.

The UNMC College of Nursing received $3,000 in funding support from the Arnold P. Gold Foundation (APGF) for its upcoming Nightingale White Coat ceremonies, which will be held at each of its five divisions beginning in late August. The ceremonies instill a commitment to provide compassionate care among future health professionals. During the ceremonies, students recite a pledge, sign an oath and receive their white coats. A reception is held afterwards. Funded by APGF Trustee Elaine Adler and her husband Mike, co-founders of the Adler Aphasia Center, the program was developed to promote humanistic, patient-centered care among incoming nursing students. The college was one of 100 nursing institutions in 43 states and the District of Columbia to receive funding.