Karen Burbach
Cancer survivor, spouse sign research fund agreement
It’s not brick and mortar that makes a good medical center, cancer survivor David Aresty says, but the ideas and workings within the med center walls.
That’s one reason why Aresty and his wife signed the David and Patti Aresty Cancer Research Fund Agreement on Friday to complete their $500,000 gift, which supports novel research and established the Aresty Lounge in the Lied Transplant Center at UNMC. They signed the fund agreement at the Lied center, in the second-floor lounge that bears their name.
Nov 14, 2002
Native American event planned for today
The campus is invited to share an appreciation of the richness of Native American culture today from noon to 2 p.m. in the Durham Outpatient Center West Atrium.
Nov 14, 2002
Employee Satisfaction Survey deadline nears
Employees have until Friday, Nov. 15, to complete the 2002 UNMC Employee Satisfaction Survey.
Nov 13, 2002
University dependent scholarship program clarified
A clarification of university policy has been issued, in relation to the employee and dependent scholarship program at the University of Nebraska.
Nov 13, 2002
UNMC to implement new password security procedure
In coordination with HIPAA regulations and improving security for information technology resources, a new password security procedure is being implemented at UNMC.
Nov 13, 2002
Zip your lip — a weekly HIPAA message
HIPAA, the “Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996,” provides federal protection of patient health information. You will be receiving weekly messages to help you understand the topic and how it impacts your job. Today’s HIPAA message deals with a patient’s test results and billing records, as well as what information can be disclosed to callers or visitors.
Nov 12, 2002
UNMC Benefits Corner — when can I change my benefits choices
The UNMC Human Resources office will be sharing a series of articles designed to help employees better understand their benefits. This week’s UNMC Benefits Corner explains when employees can change their benefits choices.
Nov 12, 2002
Winter Health Tune Up Nov. 16 offers health screenings, flu shots
The University Medical Associates, the physician group practice of UNMC, invites the public to its free “Winter Health Tune Up,” event Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 to 11 a.m., at Clarkson West Medical Center building, 144th and Center streets near the Oak View Mall.
Nov 12, 2002
UNMC, UNL to highlight research collaborations
Researchers at UNMC and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln today will highlight to the University of Nebraska Board of Regents how they are meeting the challenge of 21st century science through collaborative projects.
Nov 8, 2002
Larsen earns Chancellor’s Gold ‘U’ Award for November
During working hours, don’t be surprised to find Sandy Larsen jumping up and down, playing pat-a-cake or reading children’s stories. It’s all part of her job as lead teacher in the Bear Room at the UNMC Child Development Center. For her outstanding performance and service, Larsen has received the Chancellor’s Gold ‘U’ Award for November.
Nov 6, 2002