Newsroom

Gerry Kugel, DMD, PhD, named UNMC College of Dentistry dean

Dr. Kugel, who comes to UNMC from Boston, is praised for his vision, passion and extensive experience in the field.

Jun 21, 2023

Gerry Kugel, DMD, PhD

Shane Tsai, MD, named cardiovascular division chief

Dan Anderson, MD, PhD, is stepping down as division chief to return to being a UNMC clinician-investigator.

Jun 21, 2023

Shane Tsai, MD

Reminder: Community partner fair is today

The event will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Sorrell Center alumni commons.

Jun 21, 2023

Dr. Mirnics is attending Special Olympics International

Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, director of the Munroe-Meyer Institute, sits on the Special Olympics International board.

Jun 20, 2023

Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, director of the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute

Public health launches new Office of Teaching and Learning

Analisa McMillan, PhD, who heads educational design and development at the college, will serve as director.

Jun 20, 2023

Analisa McMillan, PhD

New faculty spotlight: Chantal Mercier Laporte, MD

Chantal Mercier Laporte, MD, is an assistant professor in the UNMC Department of Anesthesiology.

Jun 20, 2023

Chantal Mercier Laporte, MD

Biopreparedness exhibit showcases med center’s expertise

‘Biopreparedness in Nebraska’ officially opens for public viewing today at the Wigton Heritage Center.

Jun 19, 2023

Mannequins wearing personal protective equipment line up to go on display in the "Biopreparedness in Nebraska" exhibit at the Wigton Heritage Center, in front of an interactive digital board.

Dr. MacDonald to retire from UNMC on July 1

A retirement tea for the longtime biochemistry and molecular biology professor is scheduled for Wednesday.

Jun 19, 2023

Richard MacDonald, PhD

Discounts available for Rose Theater, Omaha Children’s Museum

The membership drives for both organizations are underway.

Jun 19, 2023

Faculty class graduates from UNMC’s iLEAD leadership program

Interprofessional Leadership for Excellence and Academic Development is an intensive, nine-month program.

Jun 16, 2023

iLEAD graduate Amanda Zangrillo, PsyD, associate professor and director of the Munroe-Meyer Institute's Severe Behavior Program, gives her presentation at the leadership program's graduation on June 8.