College of Public Health
![From left, Regent Hal Daub; Jennifer Bartelt, president of the Legacy Board; Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert; and Bill Dinsmoor, CEO of The Nebraska Medical Center, cut the ribbon during the rededication of the Healing Gardens earlier this week.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Garden0516.jpg)
Wellness Wednesday: Self-defense seminar today
Women’s Health Week offers lunchtime self-defense lessons. Also: First Field Day, Fun Day a success.
May 14, 2014
![A self-defense seminar is set for today at noon. (Photo courtesy 88 Tactical)](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Tactical0514.jpg)
Key CDC leader selected as Public Health dean
Ali Khan, M.D., M.P.H., hopes to transform Nebraska into healthiest state in U.S.
May 13, 2014
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UNMC Video: Celebrating commencement
At Saturday’s ceremony, students reflected on the occasion.
May 13, 2014
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UNMC faculty, staff shine as they share their love of science at the 2014 Nebraska Science Festival.
May 12, 2014
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Key CDC leader selected as UNMC College of Public Health dean
Dr. Ali S. Khan hopes to transform Nebraska into healthiest state in U.S.
May 12, 2014
![Dr. Ali S. Khan](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/AliKhan.jpg)
931 UNMC students to receive diplomas during commencement ceremonies
Ceremonies will take place May 9-10 in Kearney, Lincoln, Norfolk, Omaha and Scottsbluff
May 7, 2014
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Commencement ceremonies to be streamed live
Links will allow family, friends to view ceremonies in Omaha and Lincoln.
May 2, 2014
Student spotlight – Meet Meredith Michelle Keith
Public health student has always been interested in helping others.
May 2, 2014
Sen. Nordquist honored at public health awards
Annual event also recognizes College of Public Health faculty, students.
May 1, 2014
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