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Survey to help UNMC assess its campus climate
Five years have passed since UNMC’s first-ever environmental assessment study on creating a culturally competent organization. Now, UNMC officials are asking every faculty and staff member to repeat the survey to determine how the university climate has changed since 2002.
Apr 6, 2007
Nebraskans for Research to honor Dr. Armitage
James Armitage, M.D., is known around the world for his groundbreaking research on lymphoma. On April 23, UNMC’s Joe Shapiro Professor of Medicine in Oncology/Hematology will be recognized close to home for his research. On that day, Nebraskans for Research (NFR) will toast Dr. Armitage at its Fifth Annual Tribute Luncheon.
Apr 5, 2007
Patient simulators being used in nursing distance learning
Annie arrived at the clinic not feeling well. She had a headache, her hands, feet and face were swelling, her blood pressure was high and she noticed a decrease in the movement of her unborn baby.
Apr 5, 2007
Another severe weather drill forthcoming
Some glitches were noted concerning the notification of departments during Wednesday morning’s severe weather test. Adjustments are being made and another test will be conducted in the near future.
Apr 5, 2007
UNMC trio brings home prestigious university awards
LINCOLN – Three UNMC faculty members were the winners of the University of Nebraska’s most prestigious awards for research, teaching and engagement.
Apr 5, 2007
Be alert — a note about campus security
Employees can help promote a secure environment at UNMC in a number of ways.
Apr 4, 2007
RHEN and AHECs award 39 small community grants
UNMC’s Rural Health Education Network has announced the funding of 39 grants to small communities around the state. The grants, which total nearly $47,000, range between $750 and $3,000 and are used to fund projects aimed at improving community health and to introduce Nebraska youth to health care careers.
Apr 4, 2007
Charles Durham receives inaugural Regents Medal
LINCOLN — The University of Nebraska Board of Regents inaugurated a prestigious new university-wide award on Tuesday, presenting the first Regents Medal to Charles W. “Chuck” Durham.
Apr 4, 2007
Poison center celebrates 50 years of service
Fifty years and more than one million phone calls — this year marks a half-century of service for the Nebraska Regional Poison Center. Born under the leadership of two visionary physicians, Dr. Matilda McIntire and Dr. Carol Angle, the poison center has become a reliable resource and a mainstay for families across the region and beyond.
Apr 4, 2007
Goetzinger-Comer to lead UNMC’s use of emerging communications technologies
Sandy Goetzinger-Comer, director of public affairs, will pursue a new assignment at UNMC to strategically position the campus in a leadership role nationally in the field of emerging communications technologies. She will leave her current position July 1 to focus on this new opportunity.
Apr 3, 2007