Lisa Spellman
Cataract Update Symposium scheduled for May 29
Peter Kador, Ph.D., professor and chairman of the department of pharmaceutical sciences in the UNMC College of Pharmacy, has organized a Cataract Update Symposium for Thursday, May 29, at the Eppley Science Hall Amphitheater.
May 14, 2003
FBI assists UNMC with bioterrorism risk assessment
A Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agent visited the University of Nebraska Medical Center campus last week to conduct a security risk assessment mandated by the United States Department of Justice.
May 5, 2003
Professional Voice Center treats, prevents vocal disorders
Steven Sims, M.D., assistant professor in the department of otolaryngology – head and neck surgery at UNMC, hopes to help people realize that caring for their voice is just like the conditioning of runners preparing for the Boston Marathon — a warm-up routine is recommended to prevent injury.
Apr 30, 2003
Photographer, alumnus donates photos to College of Pharmacy
Dale Graham, a well-known nature photographer and an alumnus of the University of Nebraska College of Pharmacy, has donated a series of his photographs for permanent display in the college.
Apr 11, 2003
College of Dentistry provides free sealants to children
In an effort to prevent cavities, dental hygienists from the UNMC College of Dentistry, along with the Indian Chicano Health Center and Douglas County Health Department, last week placed free sealants on the teeth of 160 second- and third-graders at Marrs Academy School in south Omaha.
Mar 31, 2003
Free tax preparation assistance offered to UNMC employees
Sid Magdanz is once again offering free tax preparation assistance to UNMC employees who have questions regarding their 2002 tax returns. Magdanz is available to assist UNMC employees every Tuesday through April 8 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Administration Center, Room 2032.
Mar 28, 2003
Mentoring students highlights week
To say Robert Troia, M.D., enjoys being a mentor to ophthalmology residents is an understatement. In fact, the 10 hours he devotes each week as a volunteer faculty member are the professional highlight of his week. Dr. Troia recently received the College of Medicine’s Volunteer Faculty of the Month award.
Mar 4, 2003
College of Nursing to host March 1 career fair, open house
UNMC’s College of Nursing, as well as UNMC students of the Nebraska State Student Nurse Association in Omaha and Lincoln, will host a career fair and open house Saturday, March 1 for anyone interested in a nursing career or who would like to advance their nursing degree.
Feb 27, 2003
UNMC Printing Services receives 2002 Partnership Award
UNMC Printing Services, comprised of approximately 25 employees, was recently awarded the 2002 Chancellor’s Partnership Award, given annually to individuals or groups whose efforts have strengthened the partnership between UNMC and NHS.
Feb 26, 2003
Dr. Peters recognized for steadfast service
John Peters, M.D., sees the importance of being a volunteer faculty member. His view stems from when he was a student in the ophthalmology department at UNMC from 1989-92. Dr. Peters is recognized as a Volunteer Faculty of the Month Award recipient.
Jan 29, 2003