Press Release
Nebraska Florists To Raise Money for Cancer Research through Bouquet of Hope Program during October
Nebraska florists will take aim on cancer in October through the third annual Bouquet of Hope program which supports cancer research at the University of Nebraska Medical Centers Eppley Cancer Center. A total of 27 florists in 13 Nebraska communities are participating in this years program, which is sponsored by the Friends of the UNMC […]
Oct 3, 2001
The University of Nebraska Medical Center Student Association for Rural Health, made up of students from rural areas studying at UNMC, held its fifth Rural Health Professions Career Day Oct. 1. The event, also sponsored by the Rural Health Education Network, introduced students with an interest in health careers to the multitude of careers available […]
Oct 3, 2001
Human resources employee exemplifies spirit of giving; Earns UNMC Community Service Award
Evelyn Grixbys commitment to people doesnt end when she goes home from work. Known as super mom by her neighbors, she begins the last part of her day as a devoted mother and a woman active in community service. Those who nominated the human resources assistant for the University of Nebraska Medical Center Community Service […]
Sep 28, 2001
Midwest bowlers will take aim on cancer at the third annual Joe Tomsu Memorial Bowling Tournament to be held Oct. 7 at Thunder Bowl in Council Bluffs. Proceeds from the tournament will go toward the University of Nebraska Foundation and will be used to help advance cancer research at the University of Nebraska Medical Center […]
Sep 14, 2001
UNMC Researchers find Telemarketers More Susceptible to Voice Disorders
Researchers at the University of Nebraska Medical Center have found telemarketers have a higher prevalence of voice problems than the general population. They say the problems affect productivity and are associated with known risk factors. The results of the study, funded and conducted by the UNMC Department of Head and Neck Surgery, were presented Sept. […]
Sep 11, 2001
The University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing invites registered nurses interested in pursuing bachelor’s or master’s degrees in nursing to attend an informational session on Sunday, September 11, in Grand Island. Nurses who are interested in learning about UNMCs nursing programs can stop by the OBrien II Room at the St. Francis Medical […]
Sep 11, 2001
Morrill Woman Stays Near Home, Receives UNMC Degree
Stephanie (Dolberg) Cannon first stepped onto the Omaha campus of UNMC on Aug. 10. One day later, the Morrill, Neb., resident received her diploma from the university. She completed her bachelor of science degree in Radiation Science Technology from UNMC without ever coming to UNMCs Omaha campus. The faculty at UNMC have gone out of […]
Sep 7, 2001
UNMC Mini-Medical School UNMC, Partners Across Nebraska Sponsor Free Health Education Series; First Line Defense: The Immune System The University of Nebraska Medical Center and 10 sites across Nebraska invite the public to attend UNMC Mini-Medical School, a free health educational series for four consecutive Thursdays beginning Sept. 27. The four-part series, titled, First Line […]
Sep 5, 2001
UNMC Receives $2 Million Federal Grant to Form Health Education Centers in Rural Nebraska
Two health education centers will be the first formed in Nebraska as part of a three-year, $2.08 million federal grant that has been awarded to the University of Nebraska Medical Center. The centers are being formed through the federal Area Health Education Center (AHEC) program, through which medical schools and community centers cooperate to recruit […]
Sep 5, 2001
UNMC Seeks Nominations for J.G. (Jack) Elliott Award
The University of Nebraska Medical Center is currently accepting nominations for the 2002 J.G. (Jack) Elliott Award. The award is given annually to an individual who has made significant contributions to medicine and health programs for the state of Nebraska. The award is given in memory of Elliott, a former Scottsbluff resident who served on […]
Aug 30, 2001