College of Allied Health Professions
UNMC for the record, Dec. 8, 2023
News notes on an award-winning research poster presentation and retirement meetings on campus.
Dec 8, 2023
![Jana Ponce, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/JanaPonce-e1701903111741.jpg)
UNK-UNMC Rural Health Complex named for Chancellor Kristensen
The honor recognizes Kristensen’s role as a champion in building the health sciences workforce across greater Nebraska.
Dec 4, 2023
![The Rural Health Education Building is targeted for completion in late 2025 with occupancy in early 2026.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/UNK-UNMC120423-900x600.jpg)
Distinguished Scientist: Yvonne Golightly, PhD
Dr. Golightly is a professor and assistant dean for research in the UNMC College of Allied Health Professions.
Oct 30, 2023
![Yvonne Golightly, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/YvonneGolightly102023-900x600.jpg)
Interprofessional Academy of Educators inducts 43 new members
The IAE connects a community of educators to further the mission of improving the educational experience.
Oct 16, 2023
![](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/IAEMedals101623.jpg)
Drs. Golightly, Michaud to receive rheumatology President’s Award
Yvonne Golightly, PhD, and Kaleb Michaud, PhD, will be recognized at the national meeting of the American College of Rheumatology.
Oct 10, 2023
![Yvonne Golightly, PhD, and Kaleb Michaud, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/GolightlyMichaud-900x600.jpg)
Allied health to hold distance education open house
The virtual information session is set for Thursday, Oct. 12, from 7-8 p.m.
Oct 9, 2023
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Pathway students get a glimpse of their future UNMC education
The annual visit of students in the UNMC Pathway Programs is a cornerstone of their experience in the program.
Oct 5, 2023
![Nikki Carritt, assistant vice chancellor for health workforce education relations and director of Rural Health Initiatives, told the UNMC pathway students that they are needed as health care professionals to fill the state's workforce shortages across health care disciplines.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/PathwayVisit1100523-900x600.jpg)
As seen on campus: A healing place
UNMC’s “Healing” sculpture has become a campus landmark from its spot outside the Sorrell Center.
Oct 5, 2023
![](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/PAStudentsStethoscope100523-900x600.jpg)
UNMC’s innovative education showcased at symposium
The inaugural InnovatED Symposium gave educators a forum to share insights and breakthroughs.
Oct 4, 2023
![Victor Winter, PhD, delivered a keynote speech on generative AI during the InnovatED Symposium.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/InnovatEDSymposium100423-900x600.jpg)
UNMC forms task force to explore impact of AI
The working group, which crosses the campus and key clinical partners, is a critical step in understanding AI’s benefits and minimizing the risks.
Sep 20, 2023
![Emily Glenn and Rachel Lookadoo, JD, co-chairs of the AI task force](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/GlennLookadoo-900x600.jpg)