UNMC Vitals: Weekly Student News |
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Weekly Wellness Tip: Meet the Wellness Team!
Through programs, talks and activities, UNMC Campus Wellness keeps a constant focus on living healthfully and performing to the best of our ability. Visit our website at https://www.unmc.edu/wellness/ to learn more.
Weekly Wellness Tips are courtesy of UNMC Wellness
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This Week
Tuesday, August 24
Wednesday, August 25
Friday, August 27
- Gold Humanism Honor Society Writing Club: 12pm-1pm
Saturday, August 28
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Next Week
Monday, August 30
Tuesday, August 31
Thursday, September 2
Friday, September 3
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Gold Humanism Honor Society Writing Club: 12pm-1pm
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Tee up for SHARING Clinics
American Cancer Society at UNMC
Join the Nebraska Medical Orchestra or Nebraska Medical Choir
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See Us, Hear Us
Nebraska Summer Passport Program
UNMC Volunteer Initiatives
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Stop by the Library and Partners Open House on Aug. 24 & 27 to check out the new areas and services in the renovated building.
All UNMC students, faculty and staff are invited to tour levels 6-8 of Wittson Hall and get an exclusive behind the scenes look at the services, features, and areas in the library. Plus, grab some food and win prizes if you stop by each partner’s area.
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Each UNMC campus has multiple wi-fi options viewable when you search for available networks. Each has its own unique purpose and service. Students are high encouraged to connect via the option named “Eduroam”. Authenticate with your UNMC email and password.
Eduroam is available for your use across all University campuses across Nebraska and beyond! To learn more visit https://eduroam.org/
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Offices and units from across UNMC have created short videos summarizing their student-centered services. Learn more about student supports on your schedule.
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All UNMC Faculty, Students, and Staff and Employees of Nebraska Medicine are welcome to attend any or all the upcoming Microsoft 365 classes that will be taught by a Microsoft Employed Certified Trainer. These 11 free classes will demonstrate how to use Microsoft apps effectively and efficiently. Attendance is not mandatory, nor does it provide any educational credits. Please use the registration links in the above link to reserve your spot. It is important to add the event to your Outlook calendar by completing the following steps after each registration.
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This page includes financial aid resources and information for students and families impacted by disruptions related to COVID-19, including the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA), Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) Program, Maverick Food Pantry, and more.
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Wittson Hall & McGoogan Library
Stop by the Library and Partners Open House to check out the new areas and services in the renovated building. Discover new ways to spark your creativity, and connect with people who can help you bring your ideas to life.
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MCPH 3017
We meet each week for fellowship, Bible study, and prayer. Join us over the lunch hour on Wednesdays! Looking forward to meeting you!
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MSC 2010 | Zoom ( Passcode: 541979)
EMPOWER and the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC) will give a presentation on the resources available to students in order to foster and promote equity, access and inclusion for all genders and sexualities on UNMC's campus. This event will be hybrid.
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Ruth and Bill Scott Student Plaza
As the new school year begins, come celebrate UNMC's diversity and get to know your fellow classmates and coworkers at the #WeAreUNMC BBQ. Enjoy free food and giveaways (while supplies last), music and backyard games. All are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets.
In addition, the Douglas County Health Department will provide a COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the event for any faculty, staff, students and their family members ages 12 and over still in need of a COVID-19 vaccine.
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Wittson Hall & McGoogan Library
Stop by the Library and Partners Open House to check out the new areas and services in the renovated building. Discover new ways to spark your creativity, and connect with people who can help you bring your ideas to life.
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Gold Humanism Honor Society Writing Club: 12pm-1pm
Wigton Heritage Center, near Dunkin'
The UNMC Gold Humanism Honor Society, along with Dr. Bud Shaw, invite you to attend weekly Writing Club on Fridays in the Wigton Heritage Center area near Dunkin' (just off the elevator to the right on the 4th floor of Wittson Hall ). All are welcome anytime to write, share, discuss, or just listen in. Contact Dr. Shaw if you have questions at [email protected] or just show up!
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Sorrell Green Space
Take a study break and come get some free ice cream from Coneflower Creamery, play yard games, and enjoy some music. Remember to bring your UNMC ID to get your free ice cream!
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Elmwood Park - Pad 1
Annual welcome back event for new and old members to socialize
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SHARING Clinics are UNMC’s student-run clinics which provide high-quality medical care to Omaha's underserved populations, free of charge. This golf tournament is our most important fundraiser each year, making up half of the operational budget. Funds raised allow us to continue serving the people of Omaha. Register for the event here.
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American Cancer Society at UNMC
The Office of Community Engagement, in partnership with the American Cancer Society (ACS), is forming a new student organization, ACS at UNMC. We are seeking interested and highly motivated UNMC students to develop the student organization. Please contact Brooke Fitzpatrick if you are interested in this great leadership opportunity.
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The Nebraska Medical Orchestra (NMO), a volunteer orchestra of health care-related musicians, is inviting new musicians to join the group beginning in September.
The Nebraska Medical Choir is a new choral ensemble opportunity expected to commence during the fall semester, with an inaugural holiday concert in early December. All interested singers should complete this interest form by Wednesday, Sept. 1.
For more information about the Nebraska Medical Orchestra & Choir, or any other UNMC Music & Medicine activities, contact Dr. Matthew Brooks. |
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See Us, Hear Us: A UNMC Spoken Word Event
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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.
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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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