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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.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/ChristopherMcCroy121024-900x600.jpg)
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](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Catalyst121324.jpg)
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](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/KenCowan1011923-900x600.jpg)
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](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/AndrewPatterson2121324.jpg)
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](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Commencement030222-e1734033005740.jpg)
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](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/UNMCCampusSign042123-900x600.jpg)
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](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Lab1012-e1733780800661.jpg)
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](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IceRink121324-900x600.jpg)
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](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cod-dominicanrepublic-900x600.jpg)
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.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Snow120722-900x600.jpg)