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Independence Day safety reminders
The UNMC community is reminded to protect against fireworks injuries and to keep up COVID-19 precautions.
Jun 29, 2022
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Eye protection available for fireworks celebrations
UNMC, the Truhlsen Eye Institute, Nebraska Medicine and Children’s Hospital & Medical Center are teaming up this Fourth of July Holiday for eye safety.
Jun 29, 2022
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Regents approve Saddle Creek administrative facility
The project at the corner of Saddle Creek Road and Farnam Street will serve UNMC and replace existing administrative building.
Jun 28, 2022
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First monkeypox case confirmed in Nebraska
Med center infectious diseases experts are supporting Douglas County Health Department.
Jun 28, 2022
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Forum today for VCR finalist Kenneth Bayles, PhD
Faculty, staff and students are invited to hear from Dr. Bayles and ask questions during a campus forum from noon to 1 p.m.
Jun 28, 2022
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Summer Fun cookout planned for Wednesday
Event on the the Nebraska Café patio will have music, outdoor games and food. Lunch tickets are $5.
Jun 28, 2022
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Mileage rate to increase to 34 cents July 1
The University of Nebraska System will make the adjustment following a mid-year change from the IRS.
Jun 27, 2022
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CAPS office is open for summer and available to help
The associate director of counseling and psychological services advises: ‘Give us a call. We’ll always help.’
Jun 27, 2022
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McGoogan Library featuring new smallpox exhibit
Three books in the library’s rare books collections look at early understanding of the virus and vaccines to fight it.
Jun 27, 2022
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Forum today for VCR candidate Ze’ev Ronai, PhD
Faculty, staff and students are invited to hear from Dr. Ronai and ask questions during a campus forum from noon to 1 p.m.
Jun 27, 2022
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