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COM history lectures continue on Feb. 20

Robert Wigton, M.D., associate dean in the College of Medicine, will continue his four-part series on the history of the college on Feb. 20.

Feb 15, 2013

Today’s Black History lunch highlights Nebraska heroine

Today at noon, in recognition of Black History Month, you’ll learn more about one woman’s ability to connect and unite people in Omaha’s white and black communities.

Feb 15, 2013

Lookin’ at U – Lynn Harris

This week, we learn more about Lynn Harris, printing estimator at Printing Services.

Feb 14, 2013

Decreasing the Donor Deficit is Feb. 19 Schwartz Grand Rounds

A panel of health care providers, students, patients and caregivers will talk about “Decreasing the Donor Deficit” at the Feb. 19 Schwartz Grand Rounds.

Feb 14, 2013

Burt Street Individuals to play Music as Medicine

Hear the Burt Street Individuals Feb. 21 at the next Music as Medicine.

Feb 14, 2013

Valentine’s blog: The Bands’ three weddings, one love

On Valentine’s Day, let’s tell the story of Hamid and Vimla Band (M.D., Ph.D., and Ph.D., respectively). They were so in love, when they got married they had three weddings: One Hindu, one Muslim and one at the courthouse, just to be sure. It sounds romantic, and it was. But it wasn’t easy along the way.

Feb 14, 2013

Benefit ‘U’ in focus – Discounted ice skating lessons

For those of you who want to improve your toe loops, triple axels or simply stay upright on the campus ice rink, the Figure Skating Club of Omaha is here to help.

Feb 13, 2013

Campus Calendar: Your connection to what’s happening

Check the UNMC Campus Calendar to see what’s taking place this week. You can still register for the overview of the Next Accreditation System on Feb. 18 or attend a presentation about one man’s quest to start a bone-marrow donor registry.

Feb 13, 2013

A day in the life …Hope after stroke

Lenice Hogan has suffered three strokes. Coincidentally, that’s also the number of marathons she’s run since her third and biggest stroke robbed her of full function in her left foot.

Feb 13, 2013

Wellness Wednesday – Try a fitness class

Next week try a fitness class for free at the Center for Healthy Living when you present your UNMC Winter Activity Decathlon pamphlet/passport.

Feb 13, 2013