Allied Health Blog
Save the Date: BHECN Annual Conference 6-20-14
Mark your calendars for the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska (BHECN) Annual Conference, “Primary Care Integration and Behavioral Health,” at Metro Community College, Fort Omaha Campus – Swanson Conference Center on June 20, 2014 from 8 AM to 5 PM.
Feb 20, 2014
Dr. Karst accepted into ELI Fellowship
Greg Karst, PT, PhD, assistant dean for SAHP academic and student affairs, has been accepted into the 2014-2015 cohort of the American Physical Therapy Association’s Education Leadership Institute (ELI) Fellowship. Congratulations, Dr. Karst!
Feb 4, 2014
Congratulations to David Holt and to Dr. Katherine Jones!
Journal of Extracorporeal Technology recently published, “Heparin Dose and Postoperative Bleeding in Patients Undergoing Cardiopulmonary Bypass,” coauthored by Mark W. Rosin, MPS, and David Holt, MA, CCT, program director in our clinical perfusion education program. They presented at the 33rd Annual Cardiothoracic Research and Education Foundation Symposium in San Diego, CA last year. Katherine Jones, PT, […]
Feb 3, 2014
Hageman reappointed to national advisory committee, contributes to annual report
Few individuals are appointed by the US Department of Health and Human Services to external advisory committees that tackle hot-topics in the arena of health education, interprofessional education and practice, and population health. Patricia Hageman, PT, PhD, professor in physical therapy education, received notice in December 2013 from US Secretary of the Department of Health […]
Feb 3, 2014
Denim for Disabilities Fundraiser Starts Today!
With permission from your supervisor, you can wear denim from January 27-February 21, 2014. Bring $1 for each day you want to wear jeans to Fran Higgins in BTH 3013M and get a sticker to wear to show your participation and support for the Meyer Foundation for Disabilities. Or, you can just donate to the […]
Jan 27, 2014
Photos from the SAHP Holiday Party 1-17-2014
By all accounts, it was a great time. The School of Allied Health Professions hosted a holiday party for faculty and staff at 1316 Jones Street on Friday, January 17, 2014, and despite the cold weather we had a good turnout. The venue was nice, the food was super, and the attendees looked smashing! See for yourself… […]
Jan 23, 2014
2013 Holiday Slideshow
I’ve had a few requests for the slideshow I made for the SAHP holiday party, so here you go. These are photos I’d taken of our faculty and staff throughout 2013 at various events. If you’re in the school, you’re bound to be in there. The music isn’t included, as I used a playlist I made […]
Jan 21, 2014
Another Master in our midst: congratulations to Linda Sykora, MSEd
Linda Sykora, MSEd, MLS(ASCP)CMSHCM , instructor and hematology coordinator in our clinical laboratory science education program graduated in December with her Master’s Degree in Education. Congratulations, Linda!
Jan 15, 2014
Congratulations to Pat O'Neil, MPA!
Our director of Finance and Administration, Pat O’Neil, graduated from UNO on December 21, 2014 with her master’s degree in public administration. She took advantage of the tuition remission program offered by UNMC. “The three-and-half years it took flew by,” Pat said, “and the best part was interacting with my amazingly diverse classmates.” Congratulations on your achievement, […]
Jan 13, 2014
Welcome to Cody Sasek, new faculty in Physician Assistant Education
We welcome Cody Sasek, MPAS, PA-C, to the physician assistant program faculty as assistant professor. Cody is a graduate of the University of Nebraska Medical Center Physician Assistant Program. Since graduation, he has practiced orthopedics and sports medicine in private practice in Kansas City. His background also includes certification as an athletic trainer. While in […]
Jan 8, 2014
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- by Greg ForbesSee what’s on the UNMC College of Nursing calendar in the coming months. June 23-24 – Big Ten Academic Deans Retreat – Omaha July 14-15 – Executive Council retreat – Omaha Aug. 1 – UNMC College of Nursing Northern Division 15th anniversary celebration Aug. 18 – General Faculty Organization/General Staff Organization welcome back meeting Aug. […]
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- by Greg ForbesJoyce Black, PhD, received the inaugural NPIAP's Joyce Black Award, named in honor of her contribution to nursing education.
- by Greg ForbesThe UNMC College of Nursing named its annual staff and faculty award winners on May 14.
- by Greg ForbesLepaine Sharp-McHenry, DNP, dean of the UNMC College of Nursing, highlights the achievements of CON students, staff and faculty in the midst of a challenging year.