Allied Health Blog
Allied Health garners top awards at Spotlight on Scholarship
The UNMC Interprofessional Academy of Educators held a Spotlight on Scholarship event on March 28, highlighting a variety of health sciences education research. Out of the 17 projects from more than 50 authors, the College of Allied Health Professions pulled in the top three awards. Outstanding Presentation AwardsFirst Place went to second-year genetic counseling student […]
Apr 23, 2024
Krusen receives Roster of Fellows award
Occupational Therapy Program Director Nancy Krusen, PhD, OTR/L, received an American Occupational Therapy Association Roster of Fellows award. The award recognizes occupational therapists who through their knowledge, expertise, leadership, advocacy, and/or guidance have made a significant contribution over time to the profession with a measured impact on association members, consumers, public/community at large, and/or other […]
Apr 22, 2024
Welcome new faculty: Halle Mallard, PhD
Halle Mallard, PhD, is a new assistant professor in the Department of Allied Health Professions Education, Research, & Practice. Here’s more about Halle in her own words: I am originally from South Dakota, and my husband and I moved to Omaha in 2016 so I could attend UNMC. We have a one-year-old son and our […]
Mar 11, 2024
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