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National Geographic scientist to speak at lunch event
Zoltan Takacs will hold an in-person talk and Q&A April 20 at the Holland Center. The event is free, but tickets are required.
Apr 12, 2022
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As seen on campus: More than a splash of color
The International Student Association and the Office of Global Engagement sponsored UNMC’s Holi Festival of Colors celebration. Here’s a look at the festivities.
Apr 12, 2022
![Holi is a Hindu spring festival, celebrated in India and internationally, symbolizing rejuvenation and optimism.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/HoliFestival1.jpg)
Opera Omaha offers discount for ‘Eugene Onegin’
Discounted tickets are available for two showtimes on April 22 and 24.
Apr 11, 2022
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Latest One Chart update completed
The enhancements now are available to One Chart users, and training materials still are available online.
Apr 11, 2022
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![James McClay, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/McClay030421.jpg)
Research center to focus on women’s health
Regents approved the creation of Nebraska Center for Women’s Health Research on Friday.
Apr 11, 2022
![John Davis, PhD, will be the director of the new Nebraska Center for Women's Health Research](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Davis0222.jpg)
Center for Healthy Living holding open house events
Weeklong open house will feature free use of fitness facilities, free fitness classes, facility tours and giveaways.
Apr 11, 2022
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Dr. Shipp to lead Pittsburg State University
Daniel Shipp, EdD, will become president of PSU this summer.
Apr 11, 2022
![Daniel Shipp, EdD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Shipp1006212.jpg)
MMI names new director for integrated autism center
Alice Shillingsburg, PhD, will join the UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute in July and lead the integrated Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Apr 8, 2022
![Alice Shillingsburg, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/AliceShillingsburg0408221.jpg)
Olson Center seminar to address Black maternal health
Andrea Jones, MD, assistant professor at the UNMC Department of Family Medicine, will lead the virtual presentation on April 19.
Apr 8, 2022
![Andrea Jones, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/AndreaJones031822.jpg)