UNMC Today - Today's Headlines
Reducing unnecessary energy use in hot weather has many benefits.
May 25, 2021
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UNMC ‘HEROES’ statewide training resumes
Statewide emergency preparedness program now scheduling training.
May 25, 2021
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Retirement event for Dr. Cieslak set for May 26
Ted Cieslak, MD, helped steer campus through COVID-19 pandemic.
May 25, 2021
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UNMC Board of Counselors names new officers
Twelve newly appointed members span the state.
May 25, 2021
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Crane will affect traffic today, Wednesday
Dewey Avenue will be closed between 44th and 45th streets.
May 25, 2021
![Road closure today and Wednesday](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/CraneMap052521.jpg)
AAMC CEO to speak on connection between arts, medicine
UNMC is sponsoring virtual lecture by David Skorton, MD.
May 24, 2021
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UNMC history: Overcoming adversity, building a legacy
Patrick and Lily Okura made their mark on the university.
May 24, 2021
![From left, Lily and Patrick Okura](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Okura052021.jpg)
Cancer centers urge action on cancer-preventing HPV vaccinations
Pandemic has interrupted delivery of key health services for children, adolescents.
May 24, 2021
![Ken Cowan, MD, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Cowan0705.jpg)
Campus guidance updates effective May 26
New safety protocols, including mask guidance, now are in place.
May 24, 2021
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![From left, Omaha Symphony bassoonists Jim Compton, Nick Nelson and Karen Sandene will perform June 3.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/bassoons052421.jpg)