Press Release
Longtime UNMC supporter, Nancy Armitage, dies at age 70
Kearney, Neb., native is wife of legendary UNMC oncologist
Feb 28, 2017
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Annual Walk and Roll for Disabilities March 5 at Oak View Mall
The event supports recreational programming for adults at the Munroe-Meyer Institute at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
Feb 27, 2017
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UNMC unveils new master’s level course in biochemistry and molecular biology
New non-thesis M.S. track will begin this fall and is now accepting applications.
Feb 24, 2017
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UNMC announces winner of Gilmore Distinguished New Investigator Award
Honor is named for the late Joseph Gilmore, Ph.D., professor and chairman and his late wife, Harriet.
Feb 23, 2017
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UNMC College of Nursing to celebrate 100th year
Since its first class began with 13 women on Oct. 16, 1917, in the “University of Nebraska School for Nurses,” more than 14,500 students have graduated.
Feb 22, 2017
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Announcing the fall 2016 and summer 2016 dean’s lists for students enrolled in nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, and allied health programs
Feb 21, 2017
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UNMC College of Dentistry awarded $4 million state contract
Access to care, expansion of telehealth usage and addressing dental shortages across the state are the primary focus.
Feb 21, 2017
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UNMC announces opening of low vision satellite clinic in Sioux City
Low vision satellite clinics continue to operate in Lincoln and Hastings.
Feb 13, 2017
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Dr. Are named designated institutional official for UNMC College of Medicine
Will oversee all of UNMC’s residency, fellowship programs
Feb 9, 2017
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UNMC osteoporosis research study focuses on Spanish- and English-speaking women
Women eligible for the 12-month study must be within five years after menopause.
Feb 6, 2017
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