Karen Burbach
NU to cut 31/2 percent from budget; legislators spare deeper cuts
The University of Nebraska must cut 31/2 percent from its 2002-2003 budget, as a result of legislative actions taken this week in the Nebraska Unicameral.
Apr 12, 2002
UNMC’s RHOP program among top rural development initiatives
The UNMC Rural Health Opportunities Program was named recently as one of the Top 10 Rural Development Initiatives for 2001 by the Nebraska Rural Development Commission.
In recognition of the honor, Gov. Mike Johanns presented a plaque on April 4 to RHOP representatives Dan Chambers, RHEN program coordinator, and Jeanne Bishop, director of special projects for Chadron State College.
Apr 11, 2002
UNMC student touts advantages of RHOP program
Candice Dziowgo’s story is a prototype of how the UNMC Rural Health Opportunities Program works to bring better health care to rural communities.
Apr 11, 2002
Ice cream social April 18 kicks off UNMC College of Medicine centennial
At the turn of the 20th century, pneumonia was usually fatal and insulin, antibiotics and treatment for high blood pressure didn’t exist. Physicians donated their time teaching in the gas lit College of Medicine and students spent their first two years in Lincoln and the second two in Omaha at the medical school campus at 12th and Pacific Streets — home today to the downtown post office.
Much has changed since April 18, 1902, when the College of Medicine joined the University of Nebraska system.
Apr 10, 2002
Nebraskans for Research honor UNMC supporter
On Monday, members of Nebraskans for Research, UNMC and the Omaha business community gathered to salute philanthropist Charles Durham’s for his contributions to medical research.
“Charles Durham is a true pioneer,” said UNMC Chancellor Harold M. Maurer, M.D. “He is the one who is moving the frontiers.”
Apr 9, 2002
Dr. Jackson receives March Gold ‘U’ award
Some days, Barbara Jackson, Ph.D., plays with brightly colored blocks and shapes, while assessing an infant’s developmental progress. On other days, she meets with adults across the state to evaluate early childhood programs or writes grants for the Munroe-Meyer Institute’s education and child development program.
Each day, however, she makes a difference in the lives of children.
For her commitment and outstanding performance, Dr. Jackson, director of the department of education and child development at MMI, has received the Chancellor’s Gold ‘U’ Award for March. She also serves as associate professor in the department of pediatrics.
Apr 8, 2002
NU Board of Regents authorize salary increases at UNMC
The University of Nebraska Board of Regents approved an operating budget Saturday for the 2002-2003 year. The regents also authorized NU President L. Dennis Smith, Ph.D., to set salary increases at 4 percent at UNMC.
Apr 8, 2002
April 7 World Health Day focuses on health life styles
April 7 of each year is designated as World Health Day and celebrated by the 191 member countries of the World Health Organization (WHO) to emphasize significant issues in public health of worldwide concern.
World Health Day offers a unique opportunity to raise global awareness of a specific health theme. The theme for World Health Day 2002 (WHD) — Move for Health! — highlights the importance of physical activity and a healthy life style.
April also is Nebraska Public Health Month and Minority Public Health Month in Nebraska.
Apr 5, 2002
UNMC supporter receives prestigious Horatio Alger Award
UNMC supporter Charles W. Durham is one of 10 Americans being honored today with the prestigious 2002 Horatio Alger Award. The award recognizes the achievements and accomplishments of Americans who have risen from humble beginnings to achieve personal and professional success.
Apr 5, 2002
UNMC student receives AMA Foundation Leadership Award
Lori Brunner, a fourth-year medical student at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, is one of 50 young medical professionals to have received the American Medical Association Foundation Leadership Award. The award is given annually to 25 medical students and 25 resident and fellow physicians for their exceptional leadership among their peers and achievements in non-clinical community activities.
Apr 2, 2002