Weekly Wellness Tip: How can UNMC students work mindfulness in their busy schedules?
The simplest and most effective way I know is to deliberately slow your breathing down for a little while. Count silently to 6 while inhaling, hold the breath for a second or two, then count silently to 6 while exhaling. If we do this 4 times in a row, it will tend to turn on the parasympathetic nervous system (the “rest and digest” system) and turn off the sympathetic (“fight or flight”) system. You can sprinkle this liberally during the busiest day, while driving or while watching a lecture.
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Omaha-Lincoln Summer Shuttle Service
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Engineering will provide summer shuttle service between Lincoln and Omaha from May 17-Aug. 12. The free bus service is open to students and employees within the University of Nebraska system. COVID-19 precautions implemented in spring 2021 will continue for the N-E Ride for the time being, including ridership at half-capacity and required face coverings.
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Emergency Broadband Benefits Program Opens
The Federal Communications Commission has launched a temporary program to help families and households struggling to afford Internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. Eligible households can enroll through a participating broadband provider or directly with the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) using an online or mail in application. You can learn more about the benefit, including eligibility and enrollment information, by visiting www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit, or by calling 833-511-0311. |
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Wednesday, May 26
Thursday, May 27
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New Alumni Networking Platform
UNeMed Seeking Interns
UNMC SHARING Clinics
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Nebraska Summer Passport Program
OAC Hiring Supplemental Instruction Leaders for 2021-22 Academic Year
UNMC Volunteer Initiatives
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Omaha Science Cafe - Skin cancer, sun safety and skin health: 10am-11am
Ashley Wysong, MD, founding chair of dermatology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, will discuss skin cancer -- the most common cancer in the United States -- and its prevention, diagnosis and management during the next virtual Science Café. She also will discuss sun safety and overall skin health.
To ensure social distancing, the Science Café will be offered via Facebook Live and begin at 10 a.m. Viewers do not need a Facebook account to view the livestream.
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Alumni Virtual Lunch and Learn: 12pm-1:30pm
Join in with Alum from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and the University of Nebraska at Omaha in a discussion with Chancellor Gold as he reflects on the pandemic and university issues.
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Chancellor's forum: 1:30pm-2:30pm
UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, will hold a virtual all-campus forum May 26 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. to address the UNMC community. He will be joined by Ted Cieslak, MD, interim executive director for health security. Topics will include campus COVID-19 guidelines, Project NExT and the Saddle Creek development project, among others. An American Sign Language interpreter will take part in the event.
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Reflections on Music and Medicine - Why We Love It, Why We'll Never Stop: 5:30pm
David Skorton, MD, president and CEO of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and a longtime musician, will present, " Reflections on Music and Medicine: Why We Love It, Why We'll Never Stop" during a free Zoom presentation. The presentation, part of the inaugural conference of the National Association of Medical Orchestras (NAMO), is sponsored by UNMC.
Members of the UNMC community and the general public who wish to listen to Dr. Skorton's presentation without registering for the NAMO conference can access it via Zoom.
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Students Can Connect with Alumni Through New Online Community
UNMC students and alumni now have a dedicated online community, UNMC Alumni Connections, to connect for networking, mentoring, interprofessional groups, and discussion boards.
For questions or assistance logging into the platform, individuals can reach out to Kat Hamilton in the Alumni Relations Office.
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UNeMed Seeking Student Interns
UNeMed Corporation, the technology transfer and commercialization office for the University of Nebraska Medical Center and University of Nebraska Omaha, is now seeking qualified candidates for its paid internship program. UNeMed’s interns gain hands-on training, mentorship and all the tools needed to launch a successful career in the technology transfer or biotechnology industry. All interns work closely with experienced UNeMed staff to help biomedical inventions developed at UNMC and UNO move beyond the laboratory and into the marketplace.
To apply, submit a résumé or CV with a letter expressing interest to [email protected] with “UNeMed Internship” in the subject line. UNeMed will accept applications until the position is filled.
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UNMC SHARING Clinics
The UNMC SHARING clinics are a series of student-run free clinics that aim to serve the Omaha community while also providing valuable educational opportunities for students affiliated with Nebraska Medicine.
We at the SHARING clinics are always searching for new patients and would deeply appreciate any physician, provider, or community advocate who is willing to recommend our services to eligible patients. We feel that the SHARING clinics have only just begun to tap the surface of their potential to help serve the community, and we hope that with your help we can bring better, more accessible care to all of Omaha.
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Summer Passport Program with Student Senate
Take this summer to explore Nebraska with the Nebraska Passport Program! To encourage students to get out and enjoy the state, Student Senate will be offering prizes for participating. The student who acquires the most stamps will be given a $75 gift card; second and third place will be given $50 and $25 gift cards, respectively.
Passports can be requested here. Stamps can be collected May 1st to September 30th. The number of stamps you received must be submitted to Student Senate by October 6th. We will verify the number with the tourism board. Stamps can also be collected through the tourism board app if you don't feel comfortable going into a location for a physical stamp.
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Now Hiring: Supplemental Instruction Leaders
Leaders will be paid $12.50 an hour and can work remotely. The hours will be relatively flexible. Leaders are taking courses or doing clinical work can work up to 5 hours per week on average. Leaders not taking classes or doing clinical work can work up to 20 hours per week. Leaders must work at least 20 hours during a semester.
Preferences will be given to students who are:
- Eligible for Federal Work Study
- Able to serve multiple semesters
- Able to serve in multiple roles
- Graduating in December 2022 or later
Funding is limited. Priority consideration for fall hires will be given to students who submit the interest form by July 15, and spring hires by November 15. Students who are interested can complete the online interest form. |
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Volunteer Initiatives
MUNA Box: A group led by UNMC students providing support to refugee and immigrant population by providing staple foods, education, and translation of COVID materials.
Support your NEighbor COVID-19: A group that focuses on providing support to high-risk community members, especially the elderly. Activities include picking up groceries, picking up medicine, and providing virtual companionship.
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UNMC Vitals is a weekly publication of student news & events, with a separate version for each campus and online students. If this version does not reflect your home campus, please email [email protected].
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