Author: Nicole Lindquist
A couple times a year, the Public Relations department gathers for a “retreat” to evaluate how we’re doing, map out our big ideas for the year, and strategize our communication efforts. Before we get down to the nitty gritty, we typically do a team-building exercise or an icebreaker. For example, in the past we’ve done […]
Aug 3, 2012
Making the Most of Museum Memberships
Just for working here, employees at UNMC get free admission to the Durham and Joslyn Art Museums. That’s an F, followed by an R and two Es — everyone’s favorite four-letter word. Sure, my family has taken advantage of this a few times. Once – being the overeager parents that we are – my husband […]
Jul 26, 2012
It was a simple task, really. Hand out programs to those attending the Distinguished Scientist ceremony in May. “How hard can this be?” I thought to myself. That was before I tried to check my e-mail on my iPhone during a lull, and hold the programs at the same time. All 62 ended up on […]
Jul 17, 2012
Hi! Welcome to “A Day in the Life at UNMC” blog. My name is Nicole Lindquist and I work in the Public Relations department as a writer and social media specialist. As part of my job, I get to do things like Flipcam Match Day (and try not to cry) , hand out UNMC swag […]
Jun 28, 2012