BHECN

UNMC, Hispanic leaders meet for community conversation

The discussion in South Omaha included an update on UNMC’s educational pathway programs.

Feb 26, 2024

UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, participated in the discussion with (at left) Emiliano Lerda, JD, chair of the UNMC Board of Counselors.

Medica Foundation provides support to BHECN’s Project Peace

A funding award will advance BHECN’s goal of helping primary care providers treat behavioral health conditions.

Jan 24, 2024

Riley Machal, MD

Erin Schneider, EdD, named BHECN deputy director

The promotion recognizes Dr. Schneider’s work guiding the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska.

Jan 16, 2024

Erin Schneider, EdD

‘Heart to Heart’ talks with BHECN’s Marley Doyle, MD

Podcast host Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, UNMC’s chancellor, speaks with Dr. Doyle about Nebraska’s shortage of behavioral health professionals.

Jan 11, 2024

Marley Doyle, MD

UNMC for the record, Nov. 10, 2023

Two award announcements, an ‘Eye-Scream’ event, an upcoming BHECN forum, a Center for Healthy Living special and food vendors.

Nov 10, 2023

Skyler Maclean, P4 class president for the UNMC College of Pharmacy, and Joseph Vetro, PhD, associate professor of pharmaceutical sciences

BHECN Northeast launches at Wayne State College

The location is the third rural site for the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska.

Sep 8, 2023

Ciera Afrank, director of BHECN Northeast

Dr. Ratnapradipa now leading BHECN’s research work

A key focus for Dr. Ratnapradipa will be to oversee workforce analysis research.

Aug 8, 2023

Kendra Ratnapradipa, PhD

BHECN completes ARPA grants with new awardees

More than $3 million was awarded to address state’s behavioral health workforce shortage.

Jun 30, 2023

Marley Doyle, MD, director of the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska, and Jessica Buche, BHECN ARPA award director

Bob Bartee, others honored at BHECN awards dinner

Bartee is recognized for service to the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska, which he helped found.

May 1, 2023

Bob Bartee

Nearly $22 million requested as BHECN closes ARPA cycle

The second round of behavioral health funding received 137 applications.

Apr 13, 2023

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