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Meyer to lead allied health

Kyle Meyer has been named associate dean of the School of Allied Health Professions, effective Aug. 1. Meyer has served as assistant professor and director of clinical education in the Division of Physical Therapy Education since 1991, and has held academic appointments at UNMC for more than 25 years.

Jun 29, 2006

Travel reimbursement changes announced

In response to user feedback, the University of Nebraska will be implementing electronic signatures for online Travel Expense Statements in SAP beginning July 1. This will eliminate the need for required hand written signatures and thus expedite the travel reimbursement process.

Jun 29, 2006

College of Medicine photo question – week 2

The UNMC campus continues its celebration of the College of Medicine’s 125th anniversary today with another historical photo question.

Jun 28, 2006

Haven retires after 11 years as associate dean, 38 years at UNMC

She moves like white lightening, bolting down the hall so fast it seems she’s miles away before anyone else takes a step. Today, Mary Haven, associate dean of UNMC’s School of Allied Health Professions, will stop to celebrate the past 38 years at UNMC. Haven’s retirement party is today from 1:30 to 4 p.m. in the private dining rooms.

Jun 28, 2006

Neurology residency program graduates excel

On June 8, the UNMC Department of Neurological Sciences and the Creighton University Department of Neurology celebrated the graduation of two of its bright graduates: Jeff Thornton, M.D., and Carolina Ionete, M.D.

Jun 27, 2006

American Indian youths to benefit from UNMC workshop

The principles of science don’t need to be confusing Glenn Sowell told 14 elementary school teachers visiting UNMC. In fact, the complexities of how a convergent lens works can be explained simply by using a Styrofoam cup, a penny and a plastic bag. Learn more about UNMC’s recent Science Education Partnership Award workshop.

Jun 26, 2006

Joslyn Art Museum Passport Partner event update

Visit the Joslyn Art Museum’s new photography exhibits or sign up for a beginning portraiture class. It’s all part of the museum’s Passport Partners program with the medical center. Learn more about the exhibits and classes — free with your employee ID badge.

Jun 26, 2006

UNMC leadership team to visit 9 communities in 2 days

UNMC Chancellor Harold M. Maurer M.D., accompanied by 10 senior leaders from UNMC, will visit nine communities in Nebraska June 26 and 27.

Jun 23, 2006

UNMC employees support Relay for Life

The American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life is not just a night of walking for employees of the UNMC Facilities Management and Planning Department. It’s a year of dedication and sweat. This year’s team surpassed its goal, raising $5,911, for the June 11 event.

Jun 23, 2006

College of Medicine photo question – week 1 answer

Learn the answer to Wednesday’s College of Medicine historical photo question.

Jun 22, 2006