Graduate Studies
Distinguished scientist: Karen Gould, PhD
Dr. Gould is a professor in the UNMC Department of Genetics, Cell Biology and Anatomy.
Nov 4, 2024
Interim dean’s message: Excited to assume these new roles
Welcome to the latest edition of Graduate Posts. This is our first issue since our former dean for graduate studies, Dele Davies, MD, took on the role of interim chancellor of UNMC. We look forward to continuing to work with Dr. Davies in his new role. Students, faculty and staff, please know that he continues […]
Oct 28, 2024
Students, Derry-Crouse leaders welcomed at matriculation
The inaugural awarding of Derry-Crouse Emerging Leader honorees highlighted the UNMC Graduate Studies annual matriculation ceremony. More than 230 incoming graduate students began their respective MS and PhD degree journeys at the Aug. 20 event. Please enjoy a photo album from the matriculation ceremony at this link. The new Derry-Crouse Emerging Leader Awards are sponsored […]
Oct 28, 2024
GSA leadership aims to emphasize networking in 2024-25
UNMC’s Graduate Student Association is undertaking several initiatives this academic year, but leaders indicated the major underlying themes in 2024-25 will be reaching out to the greater UNMC student body, and, relatedly, networking. Graduate students will collaborate with student success and other organizations to broaden their experience and networks, said GSA president Evie Ehrhorn. “We’re […]
Oct 28, 2024
Student spotlight: Zachary VanRoy
We continue to highlight some of our outstanding graduate students. Meet Zachary VanRoy! Name: Zachary VanRoy. Hometown: Omaha, Nebraska. Graduate studies program: Immunology, pathology, and infectious diseases (IPID)/MD-PhD program. Anticipated graduation date: May 2025. Advisor: Tammy Kielian, PhD. What do you love about your research or field of study? Immunology is a great field! It […]
Oct 28, 2024
UNMC achievements, Sept. 27, 2024
Fellowships awarded to a UNMC PhD student and a UNMC postdoc.
Sep 27, 2024
Donning a white coat, UNMC students start journeys in patient care
Nursing, dentistry, medicine, graduate studies, allied health and pharmacy all held special ceremonies to mark the new school year.
Sep 17, 2024
NU leadership development program names new fellows
Four UNMC participants will take part in the intensive, two-year leadership curriculum.
Sep 16, 2024
Interim chancellor: Grateful to have been your dean
As I reflect on my 12 years as your dean, I am filled with heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity to have traveled with you on your academic and professional journeys. Graduate education is demanding, and it has been truly inspiring to watch our students’ dedication and passion as they transition to successful careers. It has […]
Jul 17, 2024
Graduate Studies interim leadership team announced
In what she called “a moment of opportunity and growth for us all,” Kendra Schmid, PhD, has been appointed interim dean of graduate studies upon the ascension of Dele Davies, MD, to interim chancellor of UNMC. Dr. Davies, who led UNMC Graduate Studies and served as UNMC’s chief academic officer for more than a decade, […]
Jul 16, 2024
