Category: Dean’s Office
Welcome new staff: Rachel Ettle
Rachel Ettle, MBA is the new Administrator II for the College of Allied Health Professions. Here’s more about Rachel in her own words: I’m originally from Minnesota but moved to Nebraska as a teenager and grew up just south of Lincoln. I earned my MBA from Nebraska Wesleyan University and have spent the past nine […]
Feb 4, 2026
Welcome new staff: Robb Steinpreis
Robb Steinpreis, BFA, is the new clinical education associate for our physician assistant program. Here’s more about Robb in his own words: I grew up in Fremont, Nebraska, where I explored the hobbies only a small town can provide, such as dinners at Marcie’s diner or the Happy Inn, going for a Nerds blizzard at […]
Jan 26, 2026
Dr. Whitlow and Golightly represent UNMC at ASAHP conference
Molly Whitlow (McCarthy), PhD, and Yvonne Golightly, PhD, represented UNMC at the annual conference of the Association of Schools Advancing Health Professions (ASAHP) in Indianapolis during mid-October 2025. Dr. Whitlow gave a conference presentation titled, “A curricular enhancement improved EBP use among students taking third EBP course,” and a poster presentation (with co-author Stacy Smallfield, DrOT) […]
Oct 30, 2025
Long-time friend and benefactor tours campus
As a child, Don Dickmeyer had tuberculosis. His parents took him to the University Hospital where he received life-changing care. Years later, the hospital system that served him was also where he spent over 40 years of his career in UNMC Facilities Management and Planning. Recently, Don and his family returned to campus… for pleasure. […]
Aug 19, 2025
Donnelly earns certification and joins international cytology leadership
Amber Donnelly, PhD, Associate Dean for Student Affairs at the College of Allied Health Professions (CAHP), has successfully passed the prestigious International Academy of Cytology (IAC) examination, which includes written questions, visual images, and virtual/digital slides. Passing this comprehensive exam is a crucial step for professionals wishing to become members of the IAC, the world’s […]
Aug 15, 2025
Welcome new faculty: Angelica Topete
Angelica Topete, MLS(ASCP)CM, is a new instructor in the Medical Laboratory Science program. Here’s more about Angelica in her own words: I was born and raised in Hawarden, Iowa, and have called the Midwest my home for my entire life. I am looking forward to being able to stay in the area and pursue my […]
Jul 30, 2025
Welcome new faculty: Anne Woodruff Jameson
Anne Woodruff Jameson, PT, DPT, is a new assistant professor in our physical therapy program in Omaha. Here’s more about Anne in her own words: I am excited to join the College of Allied Health Professions as a transfer employee from the Munroe-Meyer Institute. I was born and raised in Omaha, attended Truman State University […]
Jul 22, 2025
Welcome new staff: Jessa Aguirre
Jessa Aguirre, BS, recently joined our staff as office associate for the Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Sciences programs. Here’s more about Jessa in her own words: I was born and raised in Nebraska. I have a diverse background in business, healthcare, and entrepreneurship. I received my associate’s degree in counseling, and continued education at Bellevue […]
Feb 6, 2025
Welcome new intern: Gali Pena-Villagrana
Gali Pena-Villagrana, BA, is a recruitment and marketing intern in the Office of Enrollment Management & Student Affairs in the college. Here’s more about Gali in her own words: I just recently graduated from the University of Nebraska-Omaha with a Bachelor’s of Science in business administration and a double concentration in marketing and management. I’ve […]
Sep 26, 2024
Welcome new intern: Caden Miller
Caden Miller, CNA, is our new events intern in the Office of Enrollment Management & Student Affairs (EMSA). Here’s more about Caden in his own words: I am currently a junior at the University of Nebraska-Omaha pursuing a major in Public Health. I have always been interested in the healthcare field. I have my CNA […]
Sep 16, 2024
