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Events planned to carry on Dr. Meyer’s legacy
Funding of the LeeRoy Meyer Award Fund for Excellence in Internal Medicine – to carry on Dr. Meyer’s legacy of quality clinical education for future physicians – shifted into high gear with the recent establishment of the LeeRoy Meyer Web site. Read on to learn about the online auction and the June 3 event dedicated to the memory of Dr. Meyer.
Apr 26, 2006
Register today for April 28 simulation symposium
On Friday, UNMC will sponsor a mini-symposium titled “Educating 21st Century Health Professionals: Clinical Skills Development through Simulation.” This will be the first in a series of mini-symposia, all focusing on contemporary issues in health science education especially in relationship to the anticipated opening of the new Michael F. Sorrell Center for Health Science Education. See article for presenters and registration information.
Apr 26, 2006
Summer funds available for Scholars
The University of Nebraska Rural Initiative intends to support a Community of Scholars drawn from various campuses and disciplines in order to build new relationships between NU faculty, Nebraska communities, institutions and regions and others beyond Nebraska’s borders interested in similar work. Proposals must be submitted no later than May 15.
Apr 26, 2006
Dr. Black receives 2005 Alvin Earle Award
Students say Joyce Black, Ph.D., is an outstanding nurse with a gift for public speaking. They also say the she has a knack for teaching. As a result, UNMC students honored Dr. Black last week with the 2005 Alvin M. Earle Outstanding Health Sciences Educator Award.
Apr 25, 2006
Faculty recognized for years of service
The campus is invited to celebrate the accomplishments of its faculty members at today’s Annual Faculty Meeting, which begins at 4 p.m. in the Durham Research Center auditorium. In addition to exceptional teaching, mentoring and community service awards, faculty members who have worked at UNMC for 30, 20 and 10 years will be recognized.
Apr 25, 2006
College of Dentistry honored for service to needy children
The UNMC College of Dentistry recently received the Hope Medical Outreach Coalition Outstanding Service Provider award. The award is given annually for “most admirably representing and promoting the principles and mission of the coalition.”
Apr 24, 2006
UNMC to buy one square block in midtown
The opportunity to buy an entire square block within a campus’s boundaries is rare. But UNMC leaders will do just that with a $2.2 million purchase of 2.83 acres of land owned by Premier Leasing, L.L.C.
Apr 24, 2006
Dr. Marky earns Outstanding Mentor of Graduate Faculty Award
For Luis Marky, Ph.D., being a mentor is a lot like being a parent: You need to know when to push them to do better work, and you need to know when to have a little fun. Dr. Marky’s firm-yet-caring approach to teaching his students has earned him a reputation as one of the best faculty mentors on campus. He will be recognized Tuesday at the Annual Faculty Meeting, which will begin at 4 p.m. in the Durham Research Center auditorium.
Apr 24, 2006
Regents approve construction of second research tower
UNMC likely will break ground late this summer or early this fall on a second 10-level research tower. On Friday, the University of Nebraska Board of Regents unanimously approved construction of the facility, which is presently being called the Research Center of Excellence II.
Apr 24, 2006
Dr. Jensen to receive Community Service Award
Linda Jensen, Ph.D., is one of Nebraska’s most vocal advocates for persons with mental illness. In recognition of her dedication to serving others, she will receive the UNMC Spirit of Community Service Award during the chancellor’s annual faculty meeting April 25.
Apr 21, 2006