Category: Dean’s Office
Bills appointed to associate director
On May 1, 2020, faculty member Sara Bills, PT, DPT, GCS, began an appointment as an associate director in the Division of Physical Therapy Education. “I’m pleased that Dr. Bills accepted this leadership appointment. She is a highly-regarded educator and forward-thinker,” notes Program Director Betsy J. Becker, PT, DPT, PhD, CLT-LANA. Dr. Bills joined the […]
Jun 2, 2020
Welcome new faculty: Brandy Sundberg
Brandy Sundberg BS, RT(R), RDMS, recently joined the faculty of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Here’s more about Brandy in her own words: “I was raised in Clarks, Nebraska and graduated with my BS in Radiation Science Technology in 2002 from UNMC in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Shortly after graduation, I moved to Oregon. […]
Jun 1, 2020
CAHP faculty rose to online teaching challenge
When learning abruptly moved off campus, thanks to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, College of Allied Health Professions (CAHP) educators and students had to adapt — and quickly. Dean Kyle Meyer, Ph.D., said he was amazed, but not surprised, at the innovation our faculty demonstrated to continue to deliver high quality education for our students. Amber […]
May 28, 2020
Welcome new faculty: Leah Stade
Leah Stade, OTD, OTR/L, is new faculty in our Occupational Therapy program. Learn more about Leah in her own words: “I am delighted to join the UNMC Family! The excitement around developing an Occupational Therapy Doctorate educational program is an honor to experience. The reputation of UNMC in Nebraska and beyond, makes working for this […]
May 18, 2020
Welcome new faculty: Iris Gipson
Iris Gipson, MPAS, PA-C, recently joined our faculty in the Division of Physician Assistant Education. Here’s more about Iris in her own words: I’m excited to be on faculty at UNMC! I have always had the utmost pride for my profession and our unique role in medicine. I am a clinician who enjoys caring for […]
May 12, 2020
Wildermuth named Associate Director of PA Education
Announcement from Shaun Grammer, M.S., PA-C Director, Physician Assistant Education Program I am pleased to announce that Annie Wildermuth, MMS, PA-C, RD, has been named the Associate Program Director of the Division of Physician Assistant Education. In collaboration with the Program Director, the Associate Program Director supports the planning, development, and monitoring of all aspects […]
May 6, 2020
Genetic Counseling Match Day
by Katie Tlusty, genetic counseling student A confetti cannon. A confetti cannon is what I think of somebody talks about Match Day. Faculty and staff from the UNMC Genetic Counseling Program, College of Allied Health Professionals, and Munroe-Meyer Institute shot off a confetti cannon on Match Day last year to celebrate the news of who […]
Apr 24, 2020
Welcome new staff: Megan Krenzer
Megan Krenzer, BA, LMT, recently joined our staff in the Division of Physical Therapy Education as office assistant II. Here’s more about Megan in her own words: “I was born and raised in Omaha and am a mother to three children, 19, 17, and 16 who are adjusting to living and studying together again. I […]
Apr 23, 2020
UNMC among few to offer Master of Diagnostic Cytology
Regental approval of the program enables first class to enter in fall 2022 The University of Nebraska Board of Regents approved Friday the creation of a Master of Diagnostic Cytology program within the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Allied Health Professions. The change will be effective with the class entering fall 2022, making […]
Apr 22, 2020
Welcome new faculty: Jana Wells
Jana Wells, MS, RD, LMNT, CNSC, is a new assistant professor in the medical nutrition program. Here’s more about Jana in her own words: I was born and raised in St. Paul, Nebraska and have lived in Omaha for the past 6 years. I have had the pleasure of working at Nebraska Medicine since 2017 […]
Apr 16, 2020
