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‘Moving in the right direction’
At forum, Chancellor Gold highlights positive news but notes uptick in Delta variant COVID-19 cases.
Jun 24, 2021
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Wigton Heritage Center dedication online June 29
University community is invited to view the ceremony online.
Jun 24, 2021
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UNMC study: Organ transplant allocation needs re-examination
National organ shortage has put ‘kidney-alone’ transplant recipients at disadvantage.
Jun 24, 2021
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Collection details UNMC’s early LGBTQ+ education efforts
Jim Medder, MD, who worked for inclusion of LGBTQ+ health care issues into UNMC curriculum, donates his papers to McGoogan Library.
Jun 23, 2021
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New faculty spotlight: Brian Westerhuis, MD
Dr. Westerhuis is an assistant professor in the UNMC Department of Neurological Sciences and a neurohospitalist.
Jun 23, 2021
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University cracks top 100 in U.S. patent tally
NU system has been ranked for four consecutive years.
Jun 22, 2021
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Chancellor’s forum to be held today
Guests will include Jane Meza, PhD, interim executive director for health security, and Doug Ewald, vice chancellor for business, finance and business development.
Jun 22, 2021
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LiveGreen: Recycling event a success
The med center diverted 12,040 total pounds of waste from the landfill.
Jun 22, 2021
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Tuition freeze, strategic investments mark NU budget
President Carter: University “is in a position of strength.”
Jun 22, 2021
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