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UNMC Off The Clock — MMI’s Livermore on beach volleyball tour
On weekdays, Chestnut Livermore analyzes human chromosomes as a cytogenetic technologist at UNMC’s Munroe-Meyer Institute. But on many weekends, she heads to sunny beaches around the country and smashes volleyballs at breakneck speeds past other women as part of the Extreme Volleyball Professionals Tour.
May 31, 2007
Sorrell Center topping out rescheduled for Monday
The topping out ceremony for the Michael F. Sorrell Center for Health Science Education has been rescheduled for Monday, June 4 at 1:30 p.m.
May 31, 2007
Needleless catheter connector valves may lead to more bloodstream infections
A UNMC research team has determined that a common device used in hospitals around the country might put patients at greater risk for developing a bloodstream infection. The findings were reported in the June 1 issue of Clinical Infectious Diseases, a leading scientific journal.
May 31, 2007
Students receive Harris awards for work in cancer, nursing
In a gesture of love for his late wife, Norman Harris, once again recognized the skills of nursing students and the dedication of graduate students studying cancer research in an awards luncheon held in April.
May 30, 2007
Topping out ceremony postponed
Today’s topping out ceremony for the Michael F. Sorrell Center for Health Science Education has been postponed because of inclement weather. A new time and date for the ceremony, which was scheduled for 10:30 a.m., will be announced later.
May 30, 2007
Reminder: You can renew your parking pass online
Parking Services has opened its online renewal.
May 30, 2007
Canadian university exploring partnership with UNMC
Two representatives from Quebec City, Canada’s Universite Laval visited UNMC last week to explore a possible partnership between the two institutions.
May 29, 2007
Creating an ambiance for the museum visitor
A museum’s mission varies depending on what type of museum it is. The primary goal for all museums, however, is basically the same: to educate and to entertain. Exhibit design plays a significant role in achieving this goal … Join the Durham Western Heritage Museum’s Director of Exhibit Design, Timothy Hantula for an inside look at the progression of exhibit development.
May 29, 2007
Tour to feature historic midtown churches
A tour of eight of midtown Omaha’s beautiful historic churches will be held Saturday, June 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as part of an activity sponsored by Destination Midtown.
May 29, 2007
Governor looking to fill slots on boards and commissions
Gov. Dave Heineman is looking for qualified Nebraskans to fill positions on several state boards and commissions, some of which deal with health care.
May 25, 2007