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UNMC Health Science Meet hosts 73 students from 31 schools across Nebraska
Seventy-three eighth-grade students from 31 schools across Nebraska are attending the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s 13th annual Health/Science Meet June 9-11, for an educational and fun experience. The meet’s goal is to inspire students, especially those from rural communities, to pursue careers in health care. The students qualified for the meet by submitting science […]
Jun 13, 2005
Dr. James Armitage to serve on international cancer research board
James Armitage, M.D., Shapiro Professor of Medicine and oncologist at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, has been named to the French Institut Nation du Cancer International Scientific Advisory Board. Dr. Armitage, who is world renowned for his expertise in non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, is one of only six Americans selected to serve on the international board […]
Jun 10, 2005
UNMC conducting unique study on vaccine for breast cancer
University of Nebraska Medical Center researchers are conducting a unique vaccine trial for breast cancer patients with non-metastatic disease. Researchers believe giving the vaccine to patients at an earlier stage of cancer may produce a better chance of preventing a recurrence and cause regression of any remaining disease. The vaccine is also unique in […]
Jun 10, 2005
Fuchs, Newland honored at SAHP awards program
Robert Fuchs and James Newland, M.D., were honored at the 2005 Awards Program for the UNMC School of Allied Health Professions. Retiring Associate Dean Mary Haven also was recognized for her leadership.
Jun 9, 2005
Nebraska Area Health Education Centers land National Health Education Convention in June 2006
The National Area Health Education Center Organization (NAO) has chosen Omaha to host its 2006 annual conference. One of the places Omaha beat out was Las Vegas, said Roxanna Jokela, director of the Rural Health Education Network, University of Nebraska Medical Center, and deputy director of the Nebraska Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) program. She […]
Jun 8, 2005
Munroe-Meyer Guild’s annual garden walk, faire June 12
The 38th Annual Garden Walk will be Sunday, June 12, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (rain or shine). Sponsored by the Munroe-Meyer Guild at UNMC, proceeds will support MMI’s therapeutic, training and research activities benefiting children, youth and adults with developmental disabilities and chronic handicapping conditions.
Jun 7, 2005
UNMC honors 29 at minority graduate reception
UNMC’s graduates of color gathered May 11 to praise and recognize those who most supported their educational journey. This year, 29 students were listed on the roll call of honor.
Jun 3, 2005
UNMC to participate in national program to improve care for chronically ill
The University of Nebraska Medical Center was selected recently by the Association of American Medical Colleges to participate in the nationwide Academic Chronic Care Collaborative. UNMC is one of 22 medical schools and teaching hospitals to participate in the new program which is designed to improve care of chronically ill patients. “This is a […]
Jun 2, 2005
UNMC graduate sings anthem, earns degree
It’s always been a toss-up as to what UNMC’s Iona Rone loved to do more – dissect frogs and study biology or sing. On May 13, she was honored for both.
May 27, 2005
Munroe-Meyer Guild to Hold 38th Annual Garden Walk & Faire June 12
The 38th Annual Garden Walk will be held Sunday, June 12, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (rain or shine). Sponsored by the Munroe-Meyer Guild at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, proceeds will support MMI’s therapeutic, training and research activities benefiting children, youth and adults with developmental disabilities and chronic handicapping conditions. In […]
May 20, 2005