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University of Nebraska advances in competition for DHS research center
The University of Nebraska is one of 12 universities invited to submit a full proposal for a university-based Department of Homeland Security (DHS) research center related to the economic consequences of terrorism.
Sep 16, 2003
Pharmacy student enjoys internship in nation’s capital
College of Pharmacy student Cassie Harrison says that the health and wellness of U.S. citizens would improve if pharmacists’ talents and skills were better utilized. Harrison, a third-year student, was one of three studentsnationwide selected for a 10-week internship at the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) national office in Washington, D.C.
Sep 15, 2003
UNMC seeks nominations for J.G. (Jack) Elliott Award
UNMC is currently accepting nominations for the 2004 J.G. (Jack) Elliott Award, which is given annually to an individual who has made significant contributions to medicine and health programs for the state of Nebraska. Nominations and supporting materials should be submitted by Sept. 30.
Sep 12, 2003
Cattlemen’s Ball ranch party raises funds for cancer research
The Cattlemen’s Ball of Nebraska recently presented the UNMC Eppley Cancer Center with a check for $33,000 for cancer research. The funds were raised at the 2003 Cattlemen’s Ball Ranch Party, a “mini” version of the traditional Cattlemen’s Ball.
Sep 11, 2003
ITS: Virus protection update needed
On Wednesday, Microsoft announced a critical software vulnerability that could impact workstations and servers. This is a variant of the Blaster worm. This is a new vulnerability requiring a new critical patch. See story for details.
Sep 11, 2003
UNMC leads the pack in 2003 Corporate Cycling Challenge
Employees of UNMC and its hospital partner, The Nebraska Medical Center, surpassed the competition in the Aug. 17 Corporate Cycling Challenge. Braving the heat, the joint team rode more miles than those from any other company.
Sep 10, 2003
A HIPAA message — De-identify it
HIPAA, the “Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996,” provides federal protection of patient health information. As part of our continuing efforts to educate employees, these HIPAA-related messages will be distributed the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Today’s HIPAA message discusses de-identified health information, which is not subject to HIPAA regulations.
Sep 9, 2003
Join the race against breast cancer
Employees of UNMC, and its hospital partner, The Nebraska Medical Center, are encouraged to help make a difference in the fight against breast cancer by participating in the 2003 Komen Nebraska Race for the Cure on Sunday, Oct. 5.
Sep 9, 2003
President Smith to step down, return to classroom
University of Nebraska President L. Dennis Smith Monday announced that he will step down effective June 30, 2004. He has served as president of the four-campus University of Nebraska system since March 1, 1994.
Sep 9, 2003
Laursen earns Gold ‘U’ Award for September
Kim Laursen has read a computer software manual or two, navigated through CD tutorials and produced such winning courses as “My Big Fat Geeky Power Point Presentation,” “Everybody Loves Windows,” and “Footer Fear Factor.” In doing so, Laursen, education coordinator for UNMC’s Information Technology Services, has taught computer literacy to thousands of UNMC faculty, staff and students.
Sep 8, 2003