Kristi Berger UNMC Eppley Cancer Center
Ambassador of Hope Gala set for Nov. 5
On Nov. 5, the Friends of the UNMC Eppley Cancer Center will honor Omaha philanthropist Chuck Durham at its Ambassador of Hope Gala at the Qwest Center Omaha.
Sep 23, 2004
Physicians Mutual, Liz’s Legacy fight women’s cancers
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company and Liz’s Legacy, a fund to advance research and care at the UNMC Eppley Cancer Center, have announced a new partnership in the fight against women’s cancer. Physicians Mutual is introducing a new women’s cancer insurance product that revolutionizes coverage for breast, ovarian, uterine and cervical cancer.
Aug 20, 2004
Former NFL standout Jay Novacek to host 2004 Cattlemen’s Ball
Former NFL standout Jay Novacek will host the 2004 Cattlemen’s Ball of Nebraska on Saturday, June 5, at the Upper 84 Ranch near Brady, Neb., about 20 miles east of North Platte. Country music artist Ty England will perform.
Mar 19, 2004
UNMC employees Race for the Cure
With more than 150 team members dressed in matching red T-shirts, the UNMC and The Nebraska Medical Center team showed strong support for the 2003 Komen Nebraska Race for the Cure on Sunday. The Nebraska Medical Center and UNMC Eppley Cancer Center also was a bronze sponsor of the event.
Oct 7, 2003
Join the race against breast cancer
Employees of UNMC, and its hospital partner, The Nebraska Medical Center, are encouraged to help make a difference in the fight against breast cancer by participating in the 2003 Komen Nebraska Race for the Cure on Sunday, Oct. 5.
Sep 9, 2003
Spirit of Hope Award given to Liz Karnes
October marked the fourth annual “Bouquet of Hope” program involving 20 florists in eight Nebraska communities. Sponsored by the Friends of the UNMC Eppley Cancer Center, the program raised close to $2,000 for cancer research at UNMC — making 2002 the best year yet for the program’s efforts. Liz Karnes received this year’s “Spirit of Hope” award, which is given to someone who best personifies extraordinary courage and willingness to help other cancer patients.
Dec 23, 2002
2002 Cattlemen’s Ball exceeds fund-raising goal
The UNMC Eppley Cancer Center has received $207,000 in proceeds from the 2002 Cattlemen’s Ball of Nebraska, which was June 1 at the Benes Cattle Company near Valparaiso, Neb. The check presented Oct. 5 at the Starlight Ballroom near Wahoo, exceeded the 2002 Cattlemen’s Ball fund-raising goal by $7,000. Read the story to learn who will host the next Cattlemen’s Ball.
Oct 10, 2002
Team Kaos raises $1,200 for Eppley Cancer Center
Team Kaos, the cycling team sponsored by UNMC/NHS/UMA, raised $1,200 for the Dave Babcook Memorial Foundation, as they hosted and competed in the second annual Omaha Criterium Aug. 3-4. The two-day biking event benefited the UNMC Eppley Cancer Center.
Oct 8, 2002