Inside UNMC
A message from the dean: A time of highs and lows
The last few weeks have been a roller coaster of emotions.
Mar 30, 2021
![Bradley Britigan, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/britigan.jpg)
University extends Nebraska Promise deadline to May 1
Application for federal student aid now can be submitted until May 1.
Mar 30, 2021
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U.S. News & World Report ranks UNMC primary care, rural practice in top 10
Data for the rankings came from a variety of sources including statistical surveys, reputation surveys, academic experts’ ratings and peer assessment data.
Mar 30, 2021
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UNMC joins research consortium for tropical diseases
Group’s mission is to accelerate discovery and development of technologies for neglected tropical diseases, malaria and tuberculosis.
Mar 29, 2021
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College of Nursing fund drive to benefit those affected by ovarian cancer, and other news and notes from the UNMC community.
Mar 26, 2021
![The College of Nursing,s 2021 Annual Charitable March 24-31 Drive will benefit the NU Foundation's Betty J. and Charles D. McKinsey Ovarian Cancer Research Fund and is dedicated in memory of Jill Thewke, who was a college employee, and others affected by ovarian cancer.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Thewke012221.jpg)
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Benschoter Fund will support allied health students
The Dean Reba A. Benschoter Scholarship Fund will help students from smaller communities.
Mar 26, 2021
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Dr. Olsen named outstanding dean by national group
Dr. Olsen was honored by the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists.
Mar 25, 2021
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Webinar offers retirement strategies
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln will hold a virtual pre-retirement webinar on April 8.
Mar 25, 2021
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