Outreach
CHRI mini-summit to explore public health research
The virtual event will be July 19. Online registration is open.
Jun 30, 2022
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Eye protection available for fireworks celebrations
UNMC, the Truhlsen Eye Institute, Nebraska Medicine and Children’s Hospital & Medical Center are teaming up this Fourth of July Holiday for eye safety.
Jun 29, 2022
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New Wigton Heritage Center online portal debuts
Portal, available today, is a digital exploration of exhibits currently on display throughout the Wigton Heritage Center.
Jun 29, 2022
![This image of Hiram Orr, MD, at left circa 1918 with Red Cross personnel, was donated by his grandson, J. Douglass Klein, PhD. Dr. Klein recently donated Dr. Orr's personal WWI slide collection to the McGoogan Health Sciences Library, and portions of the collection are on display for the first time in the online exhibit portal.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Orr053122.jpg)
Protect your vision during Independence Day celebrations
Pick up a pair of free safety glasses at the following locations from Monday, June 27, through Monday, July 4. Maximum one pair per person while supplies last.
Jun 28, 2022
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First monkeypox case confirmed in Nebraska
Med center infectious diseases experts are supporting Douglas County Health Department.
Jun 28, 2022
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From social media: Pediatric COVID-19 vaccines
The UNMC Global Center for Health Security keeps the community updated on the latest in the pandemic.
Jun 23, 2022
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Local LGBTQIA+ employee groups talk cooperation
Med center representatives hosted a discussion involving employee resource group leaders from nine different companies.
Jun 23, 2022
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College of medicine, MMI team up for diversity events
Programs include a camp, job-shadowing opportunities and an experience for youth interested in health and science careers.
Jun 22, 2022
![From left, Shrawan Kumar, PhD, Maurice Godfrey, PhD, and Liliana Bronner, director of medical pathways in the UNMC College of Medicine DEI Office](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/LilianaTeam062122.jpg)
Yanneys’ contributions honored at new MMI building
The Munroe-Meyer Institute now features the Yanney Conference Center, complete with new artwork.
Jun 22, 2022
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Higher ed compact visits UNMC to tour iEXCEL
The Midwest Higher Education Compact works across a 12-state region to advance cooperation and resource-sharing.
Jun 20, 2022
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