Newsroom
Nebraskans will determine University’s future
Read an editorial by UNMC Chancellor Harold M. Maurer, M.D., that has been sent to newspapers across the state.
Apr 24, 2003
Pharmacy fraternity raises $2,500 for cystic fibrosis camp
The Kappa Psi chapter of the College of Pharmacy recently raised $2,500 for a camp for children with cystic fibrosis. Fourteen teams competed in this year’s “Hoops for Healing” basketball tournament, an annual event that the fraternity chapter organizes and conducts.
Apr 24, 2003
Sign language workshop April 25
Have you ever stopped to think about how much you take hearing for granted? The NHS/UNMC Employee Diversity Network, in honor of Deaf Awareness Month, will sponsor a special workshop titled, “The ABC’s of Sign Language,” Friday, April 25, from noon to 1 p.m. in Wittson Hall, Room 3037.
Apr 24, 2003
Dr. McCashland earns April Gold ‘U’ Award
The pager sounds and Tim McCashland, M.D., agrees to squeeze another patient into an already full day. Saying “no” isn’t easy, even when it means late hours, postponing other tasks or interrupting his vacation. For his commitment and dedication, Dr. McCashland has received this month’s Chancellor’s Gold ‘U’ Award.
Apr 23, 2003
Silver ‘U’ recipients announced for April
To find out this month’s recipients of the Chancellor’s Silver ‘U’ Award click on Reward and Recognition (the left hand side of UNMC Today) and scroll to the Silver ‘U’ section.
Apr 23, 2003
NU announces administrative fellowship opportunity
The University of Nebraska Office of the President invites applications and nominations for the Equity in Opportunity Administrative Fellowship. This unique fellowship provides the opportunity for a University of Nebraska faculty or administrative staff member to acquire administrative experiences in the central administration office. See story for details.
Apr 23, 2003
Dr. Keller receives award to advance Alzheimer’s research
Studies have shown that bright light therapy has improved appetite, sleep and mood in people with Alzheimer’s disease. Now, UNMC’s Brenda Keller, M.D., plans to advance this research by studying the effect of lighting on day-to-day activities. The UNMC assistant professor of geriatrics and gerontology is the latest recipient of the Vada Kinman Oldfield Alzheimer’s Research Fund Award, which is given annually to an individual with a promising new idea in Alzheimer’s research.
Apr 23, 2003
Dealing with complaints — a weekly HIPAA message
HIPAA, the “Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996,” provides federal protection of patient health information. You will be receiving weekly messages to help you understand the topic and how it impacts your job. Today’s HIPAA mesage answers what to do if a patient believes their confidentiality has been breached, or their privacy rights have been violated.
Apr 22, 2003
UNMC/NHS seminar explores integrative medicine
“The Hidden Wisdom of Integrative Medicine,” a two-day conference exploring complementary and alternative medicine, will be April 25-26, at the Embassy Suites-Old Market Hotel, 555 S. 10th St., Omaha.
Apr 22, 2003
Congressman Lee Terry visits campus
U.S. Rep. Lee Terry was at UNMC Thursday to tour several areas of campus and meet with campus leaders.
Apr 22, 2003