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Time out with T.O. – The Renaissance man
It may have been the greatest two-for-one deal in UNMC history. The primary recruit — Virginia Tilden, D.N.Sc. — would be the new dean of the UNMC College of Nursing. The secondary recruit — her husband, John Benson, M.D. — was an icon in internal medicine.
Jun 22, 2011
Firepot incidents spark calls for caution
A recent spate of injuries related to the use of ceramic firepots that use gel fuel have urged safety officials to issue pleas of caution for those who use the outdoor lamps.
Jun 22, 2011
Cafeteria BBQ cookoff for tornado relief
Six teams composed of culinary staff at The Nebraska Medical Center will compete for the title of “Best BBQ Sauce” today but the real winner will be the people served by the American Red Cross’ disaster relief fund.
Jun 22, 2011
Wellness Wednesday — Registration opens for Big Splash
The Big Splash, a recreational and competitive swimming fundraiser that has raised more than $50,000 for children and adults with disabilities, returns to Omaha on Saturday, Aug. 27.
Jun 22, 2011
Discounted tickets available for Guys and Dolls final weekend
UNMC employees and students can get discounted rates for adults ($29) and students ($18) for the closing weekend of “Guys and Dolls” at the Omaha Community Playhouse.
Jun 22, 2011
Nominate excellent co-workers for the Chancellor’s Silver ‘U’
Got an excellent co-worker? Nominate him or her for the monthly Chancellor’s Silver U award.
Jun 21, 2011
Growing clinical research – Want to participate in a clinical trial?
Would you or someone you know like to participate in a clinical trial? Check out UNMC’s new Clinical Trials Database, which lists descriptions and requirements of nearly 150 trials currently underway at the medical center.
Jun 21, 2011
Paulette Davidson named interim CEO of Bellevue Medical Center
Paulette Davidson has been named interim chief executive officer of Bellevue Medical Center by the hospital’s board of directors.
Jun 21, 2011
Dr. Cuddigan named acting nursing dean
Janet Cuddigan, Ph.D., has been named acting dean of the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing effective July 1.
Jun 21, 2011
Salary pool to increase by 2.5 percent
UNMC’s salary pool will increase by 2.5 percent in 2011-2012 and most academic programs will see a 5 percent increase in student tuition under a budget approved Friday by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents.
Jun 20, 2011