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Engage Wellness Center athlete breaks U.S. record
Nancy McCormick, 85, sets age-group mark in 1,000-meter row.
Feb 19, 2020
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iEXCEL to host simulation showcase today
Attendees can provide feedback on a surgical skills simulator.
Feb 19, 2020
![The iEXCEL team has hosted several showcase events on campus. Here, Pam Boyers, Ph.D., (center) associate vice chancellor for clinical simulation for iEXCEL, checks out the featured technology.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/OperativeExperiencePic.jpg)
LiveGreen: Sustainability engagement survey results
We asked, you answered, and we are happy to provide results and feedback.
Feb 19, 2020
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13 additional Americans transported to Omaha for coronavirus monitoring
The recently opened National Quarantine Unit on the UNMC/Nebraska Medicine campus was designed to safely monitor Americans after exposure to an infectious disease.
Feb 18, 2020
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Distinguished Scientist: Apar Kishor Ganti, M.D.
Dr. Ganti’s research focus is lung, head and neck cancer.
Feb 18, 2020
![Apar Kishor Ganti, M.D.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Ganti021820.jpg)
Impact in Education: Lois Starr, M.D., Ph.D.
Dr. Starr will receive the Inspirational Mentor of Educators Award.
Feb 18, 2020
![Lois Starr, M.D., Ph.D.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Starr021920.jpg)
Escape rooms help nursing students gain skills
Exercise focuses on an unexpected event after a birth.
Feb 18, 2020
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UNMC Pop-up: Strategies for Success is March 2
Campus units discuss how they can help you accomplish your goals.
Feb 18, 2020
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Clinical Trial Spotlight: Brain and cognitive development
Researchers are seeking children ages 6-8 and 11-13 for study.
Feb 17, 2020
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