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From social media: Dr. Lawler on airborne transmission
The UNMC Global Center for Health Security keeps the community updated on the latest in the pandemic.
Feb 17, 2022
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Westengaard is new MMI occupational therapy director
Michelle ‘Chelli’ Westengaard brings experience at Children’s Hospital & Medical Center and in pediatric therapy clinics in both Hastings and Gretna.
Feb 16, 2022
![Michelle 'Chelli' Westengaard, director of occupational therapy](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Cheli020322.jpg)
Dr. Gold is chamber’s Volunteer of the Year
Chancellor is recognized for his leadership and commitment to public safety in helping the business community throughout the pandemic.
Feb 16, 2022
![UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Gold021622.jpg)
Guiding principles for legislative session
University employees can engage with elected officials as private individuals but must take care in how they represent their engagement.
Feb 16, 2022
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UNeMed holds Research Innovation Awards Ceremony
The virtual event featured awards for Innovator of the Year, Most Promising New Invention and Startup of the Year.
Feb 16, 2022
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From social media: Isha Snehal, human of UNMC
UNMC’s Instagram account profiles the people you meet each day around campus.
Feb 16, 2022
![Isha Snehal, MBBS, resident physician in the Department of Neurological Sciences and human of UNMC](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/IshaSnehal0216221.jpg)
Distinguished scientist: Peter Mannon, MD
Dr. Mannon’s research focus is inflammatory bowel diseases.
Feb 16, 2022
![Peter Mannon, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Mannon021622.jpg)
Student Senate prioritizes outdoor events, wellness
As students go through an especially difficult period, the organization is offering ways to connect and support students’ mental health.
Feb 15, 2022
![UNMC students gathered on a Friday in October for a Student Senate Green Space event on the Ruth and Bill Scott Student Plaza.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/StudentSenate021522.jpg)
Services set for Mary Ann Andersen, nursing instructor
Andersen, instructor at the UNMC College of Nursing Northern Division, died Feb. 3 at the age of 59.
Feb 15, 2022
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Distinguished scientist: Roslyn Mannon, MD
Dr. Mannon’s research focus is in kidney transplantation.
Feb 15, 2022
![Roslyn Mannon, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Mannon021522.jpg)