Alumni Association – Connections Project
Maintaining Balance in the Health Professions
Grant Turner, M.D. ’15 discusses maintaining balance. “Maintaining balance is all about recognizing that it is going to be difficult; but allot time to things that are most important to you.” Well-said, Dr. Turner!
Sep 20, 2019
“You have got to have passion. You want to be able to, both in the morning and in the evening, say ‘boy I had a great day’.” – Denny Strauss, M.D. ’68
Sep 12, 2019
Advice for Students of Any Profession and In Any Chapter of Life
“Don’t be afraid of anything–there is no barrier you cannot overcome.” Randy Heibel, DDS ’78 shares a handful of tips for students to take into account that he has gleaned from his military career, dental practice, and life–both personally and professionally. His words of wisdom are applicable no matter your profession or chapter in life. […]
Aug 28, 2019
3 Tips for Graduate School Success
Erin Carlson, DRPH, MPH ’04 shares 3 tips to remember to help facilitate success for students in graduate school.
Aug 22, 2019
Things to Remember While in School
Dr. Lynn Roh ’84 shares practical advice for students to keep in mind while in school. “It’s really important to enjoy what you are doing and not miss out on life–absolutely have a balance.” And believe it or not, one of her tips is to even attend class, so be sure to check out her […]
Aug 14, 2019
The first week back to school (or starting at a new school) can be full of all of the emotions from excited to nervous to overwhelmed. Staying on track with nutrition and your meals can sometimes be the last thing on your mind. Starting off on the right path can help set you up for […]
Aug 7, 2019
Kelly Caverzagie, MD ’01 shares advice for students on things to remember while pursuing a health professions education. “The part that you need to always remember is the human side and that is not gradeable on a multiple choice exam.”
Jul 30, 2019
Two UNMC Pharmacy Alumni Share Their Mentoring Experience
We love our #unmcalumni and this video is a great example of how our alumni care about one another, both professionally and personally. Jeff Hines, PharmD ’82 and Jolyn Merry PharmD’12 are mentor and mentee and they share their story and tips for others. “We stand upon the shoulders of those who have gone before […]
Jul 25, 2019
The institutions of higher education are designed to serve and one has a better chance of appreciating the many services these institutions provide with the proper mindset. I, myself, have had to change many of my mindsets as I have traveled both the paths of my education and career in order to foster my own […]
Jul 17, 2019
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