Author: Fran Higgins
Physical Therapy Student Wins Competition
As reported in the UNMC Today, Chuck Kasson, a UNMC Physical Therapy student, won the heavyweight division of the North American Highlander Competition last weekend. The competition was a strength contest similar to the World’s Strongest Man, in which Kasson and other competitors flipped tires, lifted logs and moved other objects that weighed hundreds of […]
Aug 6, 2010
Generation of curiosity isn't the problem…
“The problem is the generation of a curiosity that always asks a question that in turn spurs one on to a physical act in pursuit of an answer.” This quote comes from Back in Keith County, by John Janovy, Jr., Varner Professor of Biological Sciences at UNL. I’m reading the book for my English Master’s comps and […]
Jul 19, 2010
Thanks for all the support…
Thank you to all my supporters who donated and who came out to see me get my head shaved. In just a couple of days, we’ve raised over $400 for children’s cancer research. Not too shabby. You can watch the channel 6 news or check The Nebraska Medical Center website for video highlights. I’ll put pictures and links […]
Jul 16, 2010
Preview for Tomorrow's Head-Shaving…
So a few of us were discussing the St. Baldrick’s Foundation event tomorrow, July 16th at 2:00 p.m. in the DRC Commons, in which I will be getting my head shaved, and someone suggested that those who donate on my head should be allowed to sign my head. A reasonable request, and a good incentive. […]
Jul 15, 2010
A Close Shave for a Good Cause
This Friday, July 16th at 2:00 in the DRC Commons, I will be getting my head shaved. What if my dollar buys the Petri dish that ends up holding the cure? That was my first thought when I saw the article in UNMC Today about folks shaving their heads to raise money for cancer research. […]
Jul 14, 2010
Connie Mitchell of UNMC Named ASRT Fellow
The following is a news release from the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT): ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Connie L. Mitchell, M.A., R.T.(R)(CT), assistant professor and radiography program director of the division of radiation science technology education in the University of Nebraska Medical Center School of Allied Health Professions, has been has been elevated to Fellow […]
Jul 9, 2010
Dreaming in Color
The opening reception for Karen Linder’s “Dreaming in Color,” happens tonight, Thursday, July 8, 2010 from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. at the Nomad Lounge: 1013 Jones Street, Omaha, NE. Don’t miss it! A portion of the proceeds will benefit UNMC’s School of Allied Health Professions.
Jul 8, 2010
SAHP Fun Run 2010
Mark your calendars: September 18, 2010 at Miller’s Landing in Omaha, we will kick off our first annual School of Allied Health Professions Fun Run event! It’s an opportunity to introduce incoming students and their families to SAHP faculty, staff, and alumni, as well as local businesses. The event will include a non-competitive, family-friendly walk/run […]
Jun 28, 2010
Reception for Roxanne Alter
Please come to a reception in honor of Roxanne Alter on Thursday, July 1, 2010 from 4:00-5:30 p.m. in Bennett Hall 3011. Roxanne has recently taken a new position in the Department of Pathology and Microbiology. She has dedicated 20 years to the CLS Program and the School of Allied Health Professions. Please come to […]
Jun 25, 2010
Honors at April Forum
The UNMC School of Allied Health Professions (SAHP) honored three individuals — Tobi Schonfeld, Ph.D., Connie Mitchell and Lisa Bartenhagen — for their teaching and service. The awards were presented April 28 during SAHP’s annual Awards Ceremony. Earlier in the day, 101 students and 27 faculty members presented 89 posters during the Student Forum on […]
May 28, 2010
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