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The August Hydration Challenge is here! Join Campus Engagement for Every Sip Counts, this year's August (Wellbeing & Engagement) Challenge. Build one simple, sustainable hydration habit and join faculty, staff, and students as we make every sip count. Join the challenge: go.unmc.edu/wellnesschal...
Every step counts. Read more from the UNMC Center for Healthy Living why everyday movements matter: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
After 35 years at UNMC - 20 as founding dean of the College of Allied Health Professions - Kyle Meyer, PhD, packed a room with colleagues who came to say thank you. Congratulations, Dr. Meyer - and as one colleague put it: don't miss us. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
College, colleagues celebrate Dr. Meyer's time as dean
June event celebrated accomplishments of former UNMC College of Allied Health Professions leader Kyle Meyer, PhD.
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Congratulations to our clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine! www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
No. 1 hospital for the 15th straight year
U.S. News & World Report named Nebraska Medical Center the state's top hospital again, with multiple programs earning national rankings.
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UNeMed recently completed the installation of a display that shows the innovations and products invented at UNMC that have improved lives around the world. Read more:
'Impact Shelf' puts UNMC innovation on display
The UNeMed office at the Catalyst building showcases innovations from UNMC that have improved lives around the world.
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Patients at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center now have access to a promising new therapy that has generated national attention for its potential to improve outcomes for people with advanced pancreatic cancer. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
Access offered to promising pancreatic cancer treatment
The new therapy is available to patients with advanced pancreatic cancer at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.
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Registration is open for the UNMC and Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center’s Cancer Survivorship Conference. The conference is free and will be held at the Scott Conference Center at the University of Nebraska at Omaha on Sept. 4. Learn more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
Register now for the Cancer Survivorship Conference
The conference, sponsored by UNMC and the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, will be held Sept. 4 at the Scott Conference Center.
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Review: Sterol biosynthesis, brain development, and disease: doi.org/10.1172/JCI2... Peeples et al. @unmcmmi.bsky.social & @unmc.bsky.social summarize functions of cholesterol in neurodevelopment and the potential consequences of genetic factors and medications that disrupt cholesterol biosynthesis
Nominations are being accepted for the UNMC-wide 2027 Impact in Education Awards, the highest education-related awards conferred by UNMC. 🗓️ Nominations close at 5 p.m. on Aug. 9. More information: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
The Child Health Research Institute’s Pediatric Cancer Research Group will hold the 2026 Pediatric Cancer Research Group Symposium Wednesday, Aug. 19, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. To register, please visit: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
Register for the Pediatric Cancer Research Group Symposium
The symposium will be held Aug. 19 at the Truhlsen Campus Events Center.
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A review article by a UNMC/Child Health Research Institute research team underscores and describes how altering fundamental brain development processes can be detrimental for the developing baby. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
A new chapter for campus living! 🎉 Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony today (July 17) at 11am for UNMC Residences, the new student housing facility on UNMC’s Omaha campus. Details: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
Reminder: Ribbon cutting for UNMC Residences is today
Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend the 11 a.m. event, and will be able to walk through on self-guided tours.
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Our iEXCEL program has been reaccredited for five years as an American College of Surgeons Comprehensive Accredited Education Institute, reaffirming the program’s position as a national leader in interprofessional simulation-based education and training. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
iEXCEL earns five-year ACS-AEI reaccreditation
The designation from the American College of Surgeons Comprehensive Accredited Education Institute marks a significant milestone for iEXCEL.
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See the latest news involving UNMC health care experts, educators and researchers: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/dep...
The UNMC College of Medicine held a basic science retreat in the first week of June, featuring a panel discussion on human-adjacent model systems in the wake of a new National Institutes of Health policy. Read more:
Basic science research retreat aims at collaboration
Organizers hope to inspire new projects by highlighting the research in each of the UNMC College of Medicine's basic science departments.
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UNMC faculty, staff and students are invited to join H. Dele Davies, MD, today (July 7) at noon for his first forum as permanent chancellor. Forum details: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
Dr. Davies first campus forum as chancellor is today
Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, will talk with the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center's Joann Sweasy, PhD, and Paula Kohles, of the UNMC Office of Financial Aid.
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Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Independence Day!
The UNMC community marked America’s 250 years of independence. Read more about the event here: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
UNMC highlights 250 years of America's independence
As part of UNMC's recognition, the McGoogan Library is hosting its new historical exhibit, 'From Colony to Country.'
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Dr. H. Dele Davies is officially the ninth chancellor of UNMC. For Dr. Davies, this is his latest and most exciting opportunity to make a difference. Read more about his journey, his vision and what's ahead for the university:
A desire to make a difference: Dr. Davies becomes UNMC chancellor
As H. Dele Davies, MD, officially takes the position of chancellor, he discusses his path to reaching this point.
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A workforce model built by the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska (BHECN) is gaining national recognition. Read more here: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
BHECN's workforce model takes center stage
At a policy event in May, the National Governors Association featured BHECN's 'Nebraska Model' for behavioral health workforce development.
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The UNMC College of Nursing’s Continuing interProfessional Development and Innovation office will host the 31st annual Pharmacology Conference for Advanced Practice Providers on July 9-10. For more information and to register, visit: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
Registration ends soon for nursing’s pharmacology conference
The 31st annual Pharmacology Conference for Advanced Practice Providers will be held July 9-10, and registration closes July 1.
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The UNMC College of Pharmacy reached a major milestone in August 2025 when nine students enrolled in its first-ever PharmD class in Kearney, Nebraska. Read more on this historic milestone: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
Meet the trailblazers in UNMC's Kearney PharmD program
As UNMC expands its health science education programs in Kearney, nine students make up the first PharmD class there.
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UNMC Alert: Portions of Wittson Hall closed
Launched in 2010, UNMC High School Alliance helps teens chart their future by showing them a bit of everything in the health science professions. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
Diagnosing a passion: UNMC’s High School Alliance
Launched in 2010, the program helps teens chart their future by showing them a bit of everything in the health science professions.
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A future pharmacist studying at UNMC in Kearney aims to bring meaningful connections to small town Nebraska. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
‘I can be myself in a small town’
A future pharmacist studying at UNMC in Kearney aims to bring meaningful connections to small town Nebraska,
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Take a break, grab a coffee and connect with colleagues! Faculty, staff and students are invited to the Linder Reading Room (MSC 2001) on Thursday, June 25, at 9 a.m. for complimentary beverages and a welcoming start to the day.
The campus community is invited to the Juneteenth Jubilee event today at 11:30am. Enjoy an afternoon of celebration, culture and community. Event details: unmc.campuslabs.com/engage/event...
Junteenth Jubilee
Discover unique opportunities at! Find and attend events, browse and join organizations, and showcase your involvement.
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The Nebraska Board of Regents on Thursday unanimously approved the appointment of H. Dele Davies, MD, as the ninth chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Dr. Davies’ appointment will take effect July 1. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
H. Dele Davies, MD, appointed ninth chancellor of UNMC
Dr. Davies’ appointment, which will take effect July 1, was approved by the NU Board of Regents at its June 18 meeting.
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