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UNMC emergency management director finalists to speak
First candidate will hold virtual presentation today.
Dec 10, 2020
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Children’s, UNMC name chief of pediatric surgery
Abdalla Zarroug, MD, will join UNMC and Children’s Hospital & Medical Center in February.
Dec 10, 2020
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Pharmacy students honor Paul Dobesh, PharmD
Dr. Dobesh named the 2020 winner of the College of Pharmacy’s Distinguished Teaching Award.
Dec 9, 2020
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Take Care 101: Get enough sleep
Many Americans live sleep-deprived lives, and the pandemic may be making things worse than usual.
Dec 9, 2020
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De-Stress Week: Drive-through Maverick Food Pantry drive
Provide a donation and receive a holiday treat in return this Friday.
Dec 9, 2020
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Chancellor offers ‘thank-you’ treat for overnight workers
‘Muffin Pick Up’ day will be Dec. 16.
Dec 9, 2020
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Latest information on COVID-19 vaccine distribution
Work underway to prepare for arrival and distribution of first doses of COVID-19 vaccine.
Dec 9, 2020
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New faculty spotlight: Maximiliano Hawkes, MD
Dr. Hawkes is an assistant professor in the UNMC Department of Neurological Sciences.
Dec 8, 2020
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Fostering the Future blanket drive a success
The event netted the donation of 55 fleece blankets, as well as games, toys and other items.
Dec 8, 2020
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