Diversity

Under the microscope: Siobhan Wescott, MD

Chancellor Gold speaks to Dr. Wescott about her role as the inaugural holder of the Dr. Susan and Susette LaFlesche Professorship in Public Health at UNMC.

Aug 12, 2021

Cultural humility focus of Inclusive Excellence event

Gender-parity expert Sara Sanford will present at the event.

Aug 11, 2021

Sheritta Strong, MD

‘LEAP to Medical School’ program launches

Program’s goal is to strengthen the academic proficiency and career development of students underrepresented in the health professions.

Jul 29, 2021

Step-Up program returns to UNMC Omaha campus

The program has more than doubled in size since it began in 2016.

Jul 20, 2021

SEPA sets Indigenous youth on path to health career

More than 439 students representing eight tribes and communities have participated since the camp started in 2007.

Jul 16, 2021

From left, Kae and Charli Earth

Siobhan Wescott, MD, named LaFlesche Professor

Dr. Wescott is the inaugural holder of the Dr. Susan and Susette (Inshata Theumba) LaFlesche Professorship in Public Health.

Jul 15, 2021

Siobhan Wescott, MD

Med center marchers show support at Pride Parade

Approximately 150 people marched with the UNMC and Nebraska Medicine group in the parade.

Jul 14, 2021

Inclusive excellence series recaps months of content

‘Conversations on Inclusive Excellence’ series was launched in January.

Jul 12, 2021

Inclusive Excellence continues July 8

Sheritta Strong, MD, will host the discussion.

Jul 7, 2021

Sheritta Strong, MD

College’s ‘report cards’ show need for more effort

As community marks Pride Month and Juneteenth, metrics show college has work to do.

Jun 25, 2021

Shirley Delair, MD, COM associate dean of diversity, equity and inclusion
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