University of Nebraska Medical Center - UNMC

02/05/2026

The UNMC College of Allied Health Professions celebrated its first-ever Doctor of Medical Science graduates at Winter Commencement on Dec. 19. Eighteen physician assistants earned this advanced doctorate to elevate their practice and careers.

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The DMSc degree can be essential for some physician assistants to maintain clinical expertise and grow with standards.

02/05/2026

A generous gift from the Aidan O’Neil Foundation will support gene and cellular therapy research at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center By Connie White Aidan O’Neil was a child like any other, though perhaps a bit more rambunctious. She could be ornery and spirited, but she was also big-hear...

02/05/2026

All-campus forum reminder 🗓️
Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD will be joined by Heidi Keeler, PhD and Charlotte Evans on Tuesday, Feb. 10.

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H. Dele Davies, MD, will be joined by Heidi Keeler, PhD, and Police Chief Charlotte Evans.

02/04/2026

From classroom to community ❤️
In January, UNMC students spent a day in North Omaha barbershops, giving blood-pressure checks and sharing important health info with local residents.

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UNMC's Bridge to Care student organization provided the screenings and health education at a series of neighborhood barbershops.

02/04/2026

Calling all trivia fans 👀⬇️

Science is all around us so let's have some virtual fun! Running every day through the festival we’re bringing back our NE SciFest Social Media Science

02/04/2026

RSVP for our UNMC Community Engagement Day on Monday, Feb. 23!

Sign up here:
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02/03/2026

The agreement with the University of Nebraska at Omaha will streamline nursing admissions.

02/03/2026

Former gamers, graphic artists are designing a new way to teach doctors

02/02/2026

February is Black History Month.

Nebraska Medicine and UNMC will recognize the month with a series of educational, cultural and community-focused events open to all employees, colleagues and students.

This year’s theme: Leaving a Legacy, Rising in Excellence, Rooted in Culture.

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This year’s theme highlights reflection, achievement and the enduring impact of culture across generations.

01/30/2026

Nebraska has a growing demand for health professionals—especially in rural communities across the state. Dr. Kyle Meyer and the University of Nebraska Medical Center - UNMC Office of Health Workforce Initiatives are working to turn the tide.

On a new episode of his “Heart to Heart” podcast, Dr. Gold is joined by Dr. Meyer, UNMC’s associate vice chancellor for health workforce initiatives, to discuss how UNMC’s rural training programs and outreach are helping to ensure every Nebraskan has access to storage quality care close to home.

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/heart-to-heart-nu/kyle-meyer

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heart-to-heart-episode-19-dr-kyle-meyer-rural-health/id1756570237?i=1000747402791

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7dj1SKa6obrJdBz0yCR2wV?si=qydZ-KhBSySN_49doDuZeg

01/30/2026

The Nebraska Science Festival is back this April! 🔬🎉 Get ready for science and technology-related activities and the hands-on public expo!

Festival details:

The monthlong festival, presented by UNMC, will run throughout April with a series of science and technology-related activities.