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Service in action is theme for annual MLK event

The Jan. 20 event includes a keynote by Christopher McCroy of 100 Black Men of Omaha and presentation of the Unsung Hero Award.

Dec 17, 2024

Christopher McCroy, executive director of 100 Black Men of Omaha Inc.

Catalyst for Education Award open for nominations

Nominations are due Jan. 24, and the winner will be announced at the Spotlight on Scholarship event on March 26.

Dec 17, 2024

Catalyst for Education Award

Campus remembers Dr. Cowan, former director of cancer center

Services set for Tuesday for Ken Cowan, MD, PhD, whose ‘legacy will be felt for generations.’

Dec 16, 2024

Ken Cowan, MD, PhD

Andrew Patterson, MD, PhD, named anesthesiology chair

Dr. Patterson, who is returning to UNMC, is regarded as a strong leader with experience to help the department continue its rise.

Dec 16, 2024

Andrew Patterson, MD, PhD

UNMC’s winter commencement is Friday: Info to know

The UNMC Omaha commencement ceremony is Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. at Baxter Arena.

Dec 16, 2024

Awarding of a UNMC diploma

Nominations remain open for UNMC Staff Advisory Council

The 32-member council will act in an advisory capacity to the chancellor, administration and other university groups on behalf of all staff.

Dec 16, 2024

UNMC campus sign

Over 100 UNMC researchers rank among most cited

A Stanford University study team uses a standardized citation metric to rank researchers worldwide.

Dec 13, 2024

Researcher in the lab

UNMC Ice Rink hosts Holiday Skate Day today

The ninth annual holiday ice skating event will run from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Dec 13, 2024

UNMC students ice skating

Dentistry students take service-learning trip to Dominican Republic

The UNMC College of Dentistry students provided care in the rural area of El Naranjito.

Dec 13, 2024

From left, Kim Pierre, Gabe Crocker and Gisselle Perez

Winter weather info for employees, students

The medical center Omaha campus does not close during extreme weather.

Dec 13, 2024

UNMC leaders are aware of the risks posed by adverse weather conditions and encourage all faculty, staff and students to exercise caution and consider their personal safety when making weather-related decisions.