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Second Lady Karen Pence, Rep. Bacon tour med center
The Second Lady met with UNMC experts and leaders during the visit.
Aug 24, 2020
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New faculty spotlight: Iris Gipson
Gipson is an assistant professor in the division of physician assistant education.
Aug 19, 2020
![Iris Gipson](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Garcia081120.jpg)
Educators get up to speed with FAST
Program helps UNMC educators prepare for a challenging fall semester.
Aug 13, 2020
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Pandemic sparks creativity in med center inventors
Reaction to pandemic is spurring innovation among med center personnel.
Aug 12, 2020
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NU president’s virtual installation is Aug. 14
Gov. Pete Ricketts will speak at Ted Carter’s installation.
Aug 6, 2020
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Dr. Shaffer honored by Nebraska Pharmacists Association
Chris Shaffer, PharmD, awarded the Bowl of Hygeia; Drew Prescott, PharmD, also recognized.
Aug 5, 2020
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Dental hygiene grads first to test on manikins
Class is first in nation to complete the required clinical licensure examination using simulated manikins.
Aug 4, 2020
![Simulated patient examinations on manikins were initially created as a remediation and re-licensure resource for state dental boards.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Licensure073120.jpg)
New course on pandemic highlights global leadership
Five-week course is a collaboration between UNMC and UNL.
Aug 3, 2020
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UNMC research awards up 26% from last year
More than $174 million in funding is a new record for the university.
Aug 3, 2020
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