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Presidents Day national holiday observance — Part 5 of 6

Since Sept. 11, Americans have seen a resurgence of patriotism. In anticipation of the Presidents Day national holiday on Feb. 18, UNMC Today is featuring the words and images of Presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Today’s selection highlights Washington’s farewell orders to his troops.

Feb 15, 2002

52 UNMC College of Pharmacy Students Earn Dean’s List Honors

Fifty-two students from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Pharmacy were named to the deans list following the fall semester 2001.  To qualify for the deans list, students must place in the top 20 percent of their class and maintain a grade point average of 3.5 or above. The students that qualified for […]

Feb 15, 2002

Presidents Day national holiday observance — Part 4 of 6

Since Sept. 11, Americans have seen a resurgence of patriotism. In anticipation of the Presidents Day national holiday on Feb. 18, UNMC Today is featuring the words and images of Presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Today’s selection highlights Washington’s farewell address.

Feb 14, 2002

Presidents Day national holiday observance — Part 3 of 6

Since Sept. 11, Americans have seen a resurgence of patriotism. In anticipation of the Presidents Day national holiday on Feb. 18, UNMC Today is featuring the words and images of Presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Today’s selection highlights Lincoln and Washington’s thoughts on the divine.

Feb 13, 2002

Presidents Day national holiday observance – Part 2 of 6

Since Sept. 11, Americans have seen a resurgence of patriotism. In anticipation of the Presidents Day national holiday on Feb. 18, UNMC Today is featuring the words and images of Presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Today’s selection highlights Lincoln and the Gettysburg Address.

Feb 12, 2002

William Berndt, Ph.D., to Retire as UNMC Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

After 20 years in several key administrative positions at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, William Berndt, Ph.D., announced this week that he is retiring as vice chancellor for academic affairs and dean for graduate studies and research effective May 31. Dr. Berndt, 68, has served as vice chancellor since 1985 with the 17-year stint […]

Feb 12, 2002

UNMC College of Nursing Researchers Study Whether Older Adults’ Perceived Inability to Give Back in Relationship Causes Self-Health Neglect

Most people dont think about it, but relationships develop and continue largely because of an informal system of balancing rewards and costs. According to some social theories, if a relationship becomes imbalanced, the result may be less involvement because either party is unable to pay his or her social debt. As people age, they become […]

Feb 12, 2002

Jazz Great Preston Love to Highlight UNMC/NHS Black History Month Activities

The 2002 University of Nebraska Medical Center/Nebraska Health System (UNMC/NHS) celebration of national Black History Month will feature a return engagement by jazz musician Preston Love. In addition, there will be an art exhibit in the McGoogan Library, a presentation on minority health disparities and a soul food day in the Nebraska Cafe. The monthly […]

Feb 11, 2002

Chinese Lunar New Year Party to be held at UNMC Student Life Center

You are invited to a new years party Chinese style. The 2002 Chinese Lunar New Year Party will be Saturday, Feb. 16, from 6 to 11 p.m. at the UNMC Student Life Center, 3908 Jones St. The event is co-sponsored by the UNMC International Studies and Programs, Chinese Student and Scholar Associations at UNMC, University […]

Feb 11, 2002

Gift Allows COD to Plan New Student Computer, Study Room

Dental student Jane Bennett is looking forward to using the new student computer and study room being planned for the College of Dentistry thanks to a recent $50,000 gift. This gift is really going to be appreciated by students, especially because there are many useful PC applications that can help us better understand the subjects […]

Feb 11, 2002