UNMC Today - Today's Headlines
Destination Midtown unveils neighborhood gardens
Destination Midtown Tuesday unveiled plans to establish “identity” gardens throughout the Destination Midtown neighborhood. The announcement was made at the corner of Woolworth Avenue and Turner Boulevard at the site of a similar neighborhood garden.
Jun 8, 2005
Munroe-Meyer Guild’s annual garden walk, faire June 12
The 38th Annual Garden Walk will be Sunday, June 12, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (rain or shine). Sponsored by the Munroe-Meyer Guild at UNMC, proceeds will support MMI’s therapeutic, training and research activities benefiting children, youth and adults with developmental disabilities and chronic handicapping conditions.
Jun 7, 2005
Plans call to raise tuition by 5 percent
At its meeting Saturday, the University of Nebraska Board of Regents will consider a 5 percent tuition increase for the 2005-2006 school year.
Jun 7, 2005
UNMC interested in Commercial Federal property
The University of Nebraska Board of Regents Saturday will consider approving a seven-year contract between UNMC and the University of Nebraska Foundation to buy approximately five acres of land and buildings currently owned by Commercial Federal Bank.
Jun 7, 2005
Internal medicine research awards announced
Four UNMC researchers will receive the 2005 Internal Medicine Research Awards for exceptional achievements in research. The awards will be presented Friday, June 10, during the internal medicine grand rounds at noon in the Durham Research Center Auditorium. Note the location, then click to read about the award recipients.
Jun 6, 2005
Dr. Bassett honored for volunteer service
Craig Bassett, M.D., recently was named the UNMC College of Medicine’s 2005 Volunteer of the Year.
Jun 6, 2005
College of Nursing opens history museum
In a “bandage-cutting” ceremony Friday, officials unveiled the UNMC College of Nursing and Alumni History Museum, which documents its history of nursing education and care. The museum, located on the third floor of the college in Room 3000, will be open to the campus and public today from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is free.
Jun 6, 2005
UNMC leadership team visits four Nebraska communities
UNMC’s leadership team went on a spring road trip last week. But, instead of connecting with oceans or mountains, the connection was with the citizens of Nebraska. For the second consecutive spring, UNMC’s leadership team journeyed across Nebraska making stops in four communities — Fremont, Columbus, Grand Island and Kearney.
Jun 3, 2005
UNMC honors 29 at minority graduate reception
UNMC’s graduates of color gathered May 11 to praise and recognize those who most supported their educational journey. This year, 29 students were listed on the roll call of honor.
Jun 3, 2005
Silent auction funds CON alumni initiatives
The College of Nursing Alumni Association will hold its annual silent auction on Friday, June 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Durham Outpatient Center West Atrium. More than 120 items will be auctioned. All UNMC and hospital employees are invited to attend.
Jun 3, 2005