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Dr. O’Dell to receive ACR’s highest award
James O’Dell, MD, will receive the American College of Rheumatology’s Presidential Gold Medal.
Oct 12, 2020
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Trunk or Treat to move to new MMI building this year
The Munroe-Meyer Institute is going ‘on the road’ for this year’s drive-through version of the popular event.
Oct 12, 2020
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Dr. Salzbrenner looks to streamline ‘prior authorization’
Faculty member’s company received an NIH grant to explore a software solution.
Oct 12, 2020
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December commencement ceremonies to be virtual
Winter commencement is scheduled for Dec. 18.
Oct 12, 2020
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LGBTQ+ Employee Alliance celebrates Coming Out Day
Alliance held a ‘Come Out for Crispies’ event to mark the day.
Oct 12, 2020
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New faculty spotlight: David Nordin, MD
Dr. Nordin is an instructor in the UNMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation.
Oct 9, 2020
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Questions with Chancellor Gold
Why is the Davis Global Center so important to the University of Nebraska?
Oct 9, 2020
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UNMC adds North Platte radiography site, Mid-Plains CC partnership
UNMC expects to enroll first cohort of students for the site in the fall of 2021.
Oct 9, 2020
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Dr. Skar to study infections in pediatric shunts
NIH award will fund five-year study on immune system’s role in infection-related complications.
Oct 9, 2020
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