Karen Burbach

Lookin’ at U – John Barrier

This week, we feature John Barrier, webmaster in the College of Nursing.

Jun 24, 2010

Walgreens to continue service for Caremark customers

Walgreens pharmacies will continue to serve customers with CVS Caremark prescription drug coverage.

Jun 24, 2010

UNMC study: Laparoscopy better, even for high-risk patients

Laparoscopic surgery trumps open operations in common procedures, even in high risk patients, a study performed by UNMC Center for Advanced Surgical Technology (CAST) shows.

Jun 24, 2010

Ten-digit dialing on local calls starts soon

As of Feb. 26, 2011, 10-digit dialing will be required to place local calls. You can begin 10-digit dialing for local calls on Saturday (June 26).

Jun 24, 2010

Wellness Wednesday — Sunscreen season is upon us

When you mow your yard or catch a game at Rosenblatt Stadium this week — don’t forget the sunscreen.

Jun 23, 2010

Meet the candidate – Jim Smith

Jim Smith, a candidate for the Nebraska Legislature from Papillion toured UNMC and met with medical center leaders on Monday.

Jun 23, 2010

Earmark funding opportunities workshop scheduled for June 29

UNMC faculty, researchers and administrators interested in congressionally-directed funding and the best avenues to secure it are encouraged to attend a workshop on Tuesday at noon in the Durham Research Center, Room 1004.

Jun 23, 2010

A tribute for the troops

Employees who want to recognize friends, family and/or loved ones in the military in a July 2 UNMC Today item should submit information about the respective service members to today@unmc.edu by 5 p.m. on Monday, June 28.

Jun 22, 2010

Report all fires, even those that are extinguished

You’ve had a small fire. You quickly extinguish it. Since it is out, everything is fine. Right?

Jun 21, 2010

A note about July 4 weekend leave requests

For those using Firefly’s Leave Request process, please pay special attention to your requests that fall over the Fourth of July weekend.

Jun 21, 2010