Allied Health Blog
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

Share Your Colors on Feb 29 in Support of Rare Disease Day
by genetic counseling students Isabel Bullock and Karli Workman What is Rare Disease Day? Rare Disease Day is recognized on the last day of February each year. This year is particularly special since February 29th only comes around once every four years. Since it is the rarest day of the year, it is also the […]
Feb 28, 2024

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