Chuck Brown

‘Glory of Ukraine’ the focus of March 22 Joslyn campus event

UNMC employees are invited to join a curator from Joslyn Art Museum on Tuesday, March 22 for a slide illustrated talk on the “Glory of Ukraine” exhibition currently on view at Joslyn Art Museum.

Mar 3, 2011

Research Notes – UNMC paper looks at brain inflammation

A UNMC research team has determined that brain inflammation disrupts the ability of cells to communicate in large groups and may enhance neuron death and lead to worse disease outcomes.

Mar 3, 2011

Medical marijuana the focus next Omaha Science Cafe

Ally Dering-Anderson, Pharm.D., will discuss the ethical debate surrounding the use of medical marijuana at the next Omaha Science Cafe on Tuesday at the Slowdown (729 N. 14th St.).

Mar 2, 2011

Wellness Wednesday — Friday mindful meditation sessions start on March 11

An occasional shift from “Doing Mode” to “Being Mode” can lead to greater focus, productivity, health and peace of mind.

Mar 2, 2011

UNMC off the clock – MMI’s Susan Kolb talks quilting

Sixteen years ago, Susan Kolb wanted to pick up a hobby so she took a quilting class.

Mar 2, 2011

‘Rosie the Riveter’ on campus on March 9

To celebrate Women’s History month the Durham Museum welcomes historical impersonator Angela Bartley as Rosie the Riveter for a noon performance at UNMC on Wednesday, March 9.

Mar 2, 2011

College of Public Health takes Tuesday’s pledge race

The College of Public Health raised its UNMC LiveGreen Pledge participation by 12 percentage points to beat the College of Pharmacy in Tuesday’s pledge race.

Mar 2, 2011

FEAP services available to help with emotional needs

In the wake of the past week’s events — including the armed gunman incident at the College of Dentistry and the sudden death of Vice Chancellor Rubens Pamies, M.D. — employees are reminded that the Faculty Employee Assistance Program is available to help with emotional needs.

Mar 1, 2011

Dr. Crouse named acting vice chancellor for academic affairs/graduate studies dean

Dave Crouse, Ph.D., has been appointed acting vice chancellor for academic affairs and dean for graduate studies effective immediately.

Mar 1, 2011

Webinar series on seed funding/venture capital concludes today

A series of webinars on seed funding and venture capital investing in small businesses wraps up today at noon in the Durham Research Center Auditorium.

Mar 1, 2011