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See the latest news involving UNMC health care experts, educators and researchers.

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February 13, 2026 at 8:15 PM
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Cook along with the UNMC community during “Keep Calm and Cook On 4,” a series of interactive cooking demonstrations designed to support wellness, learning and connection.

First session is Friday, Feb. 13, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Register here:
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February 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Karen Knudsen, PhD, CEO of the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy, will hold a grand rounds March 31, hosted by the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.

The UNMC community is invited to attend.

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Leader in advancing cancer immunotherapy to speak at UNMC
Karen Knudsen, PhD, CEO of the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy, will hold a grand rounds March 31, hosted by the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.
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February 12, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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Congratulations to Jasmine Marcelin, MD! 🎉
Dr. Marcelin, associate professor in the UNMC Division of Infectious Diseases, has been selected as a member of the 2026–28 New Voices cohort at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

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Dr. Marcelin appointed to National Academies’ program
Program promotes collaboration among emerging STEM leaders.
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February 11, 2026 at 10:03 PM
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Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science! 🔬✨

Protect your curiosity. Curiosity, drive and passion are powerful assets that belong to you…”

Meet Heather Jensen-Smith, PhD, in our latest Humans of UNMC feature.

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Humans of UNMC: Heather Jensen Smith, PhD
'Curiosity, drive and passion are powerful assets that belong to you,' says Dr. Jensen Smith, director of UNMC’s advanced microscopy core facility.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:24 PM
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Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science! 🔬✨

Protect your curiosity. Curiosity, drive and passion are powerful assets that belong to you…”

Meet Heather Jensen-Smith, PhD, in our latest Humans of UNMC feature.
Humans of UNMC: Heather Jensen Smith, PhD
'Curiosity, drive and passion are powerful assets that belong to you,' says Dr. Jensen Smith, director of UNMC’s advanced microscopy core facility.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:24 PM
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Project Health is more than a building. It’s a $2.19 billion vision to transform patient care, train the next generation of health care professionals, fuel research and boost Nebraska’s economy.

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The future of health care is being built in Nebraska
Project Health is not just a hospital. It’s a vision.
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February 10, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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UNMC and Creighton University are inviting faculty and postdoctoral scholars to volunteer as reviewers for the Midwest Student Biomedical Research Forum on Saturday, March 7.

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February 9, 2026 at 7:45 PM
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Congrats to Carmen Sirizzotti, associate director in UNMC Human Resources and Title IX coordinator, on being named UNMC’s February Gold U recipient! 🌟

Carmen feels humbled and blessed to receive this recognition.

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Human resources' Carmen Sirizzotti named UNMC's Gold U recipient
Sirizzotti, who will be honored at today's regents meeting, is recognized for her leadership and impact across UNMC.
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February 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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The @unmccahp.bsky.social 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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UNMC confers first Doctor of Medical Science degrees
The DMSc degree can be essential for some physician assistants to maintain clinical expertise and grow with standards.
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February 5, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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All-campus forum reminder 🗓️
Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD will be joined by Heidi Keeler, PhD and Charlotte Evans on Tuesday, Feb. 10.

Forum details:
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Dr. Davies' all-campus forum set for Tuesday
H. Dele Davies, MD, will be joined by Heidi Keeler, PhD, and Police Chief Charlotte Evans.
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February 5, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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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 students bring blood-pressure screenings to North Omaha
UNMC's Bridge to Care student organization provided the screenings and health education at a series of neighborhood barbershops.
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February 4, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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Join us in celebrating Abbey Fingeret, MD, PhD! She’s been named UNMC’s 2025–26 Impact in Education Varner Educator Laureate — UNMC's highest honor for educators. 👏

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Abbey Fingeret, MD, PhD, named Varner Educator Laureate
Dr. Fingeret, an associate professor of surgical oncology who joined UNMC in 2016, called the recognition an extraordinary honor.
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February 4, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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RSVP for our UNMC Community Engagement Day on Monday, Feb. 23!

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February 4, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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Today, we celebrate National Women Physicians Day! @unmcpsychiatry has a strong culture of women physicians leading the way in psychiatry, both locally & nationally!

#WomenPhysiciansDay
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February 3, 2026 at 12:41 PM
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Supporting wellness across our campus community. ❤️

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Prioritizing wellness for the UNMC community
See this article for information on the variety of wellness resources that UNMC offers its faculty, staff and students.
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February 2, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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Join us for UNMC's inaugural AI in Health Conference on April 21! Explore how AI can transform education, power new research and improve clinical outcomes.

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UNMC’s AI in Health Conference welcomes submissions, attendees
UNMC's inaugural conference on the subject will be held April 21 at the Truhlsen Events Center.
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February 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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February is Black History Month.

Nebraska Medicine and UNMC will recognize the month with a series of educational, cultural and community-focused events.

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

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Black History Month celebrates legacy, excellence and culture
This year’s theme highlights reflection, achievement and the enduring impact of culture across generations.
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February 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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The Nebraska Science Festival is back this April! 🔬🎉 Get ready for science and technology-related activities and the hands-on public expo!

Festival details:
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Nebraska Science Festival, public expo return for 2026
The monthlong festival, presented by UNMC, will run throughout April with a series of science and technology-related activities.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:14 PM
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The leaders of UNMC, Nebraska Medicine and Clarkson Regional Health Services came together at an open forum to reaffirm their shared commitments – to the patients, faculty, staff and colleagues, and communities that the organizations serve.

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Leaders address path forward in Nebraska Medicine governance
H. Dele Davies, MD, held a special forum Tuesday with Nebraska Medicine CEO Michael Ash, MD, and Clarkson Regional Health Services’ CEO Bill Lydiatt, MD.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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📣 Nominations are open for the 2026 iTEACH Awards, which recognize UNMC students, faculty and staff for their contributions to campus, student and community life. Nominations will be accepted through March 23!

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January 28, 2026 at 2:48 PM
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Flashback to 2016!
Grand opening of the UNMC Center for Drug Discovery and Lozier Center for Pharmacy Sciences and Education, a redesigned Center for Healthy Living and the opening of the Lauritzen Outpatient Center.

💭 Have a 2016 med center memory? Share with us!
January 27, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Join us today (Jan. 27) for a special all-campus forum, starting at noon.

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Reminder: Dr. Davies holding forum today
H. Dele Davies, MD, will be joined by Nebraska Medicine CEO Michael Ash, MD, and Clarkson Regional Health Services’ CEO Bill Lydiatt, MD.
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January 27, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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It’s cold out there! ❄️
A few winter reminders:
January 24, 2026 at 7:36 PM
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Students, staff and faculty got “first look” at the new Health Science Education Center II on the UNK campus.

“It feels like a place where you can really see yourself learning and growing.” - Jaycee Reynolds, a freshman pre-pharmacy student

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New health education building opens doors at Kearney
The Health Science Education Center II in Kearney held a first-look event on Jan. 21.
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January 23, 2026 at 10:11 PM