UNMC Vitals: Weekly Student News |
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Weekly Wellness Tip: Exercises for Stress Relief
Weekly Wellness Tips are courtesy of UNMC Wellness
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This Week
Monday, September 13
Tuesday, September 14
Wednesday, September 15
Thursday, September 16
Friday, September 17
Saturday, September 18
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Next Week
Monday, September 20
Tuesday, September 21
Wednesday, September 22
Thursday, September 23
Friday, September 24
Saturday, September 25
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Tee up for SHARING Clinics
American Cancer Society at UNMC
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Nebraska Summer Passport Program
UNMC Volunteer Initiatives
COVID-19 Resources for Students
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Additional two-factor authentication will be required before December 1st.
All UNMC Students, Faculty, and Staff must take action to prevent access restrictions to commonly used applications such as Firefly (SAP), NESIS (My Records, PeopleSoft), eShop, EMS Room Scheduling, Concur, Sunapsis and Bridge.
All UNMC students, faculty, and staff must configure an NU TrueYou DUO two-factor authentication account before December 1st, 2021. Failure to add this account to the DUO Mobile App will result in the inability to access commonly used applications. This is an additional DUO account which should not be confused with the existing UNMC DUO account; that is two accounts will be listed in the DUO Mobile app.
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UNMC COVID vaccine requirement reminders
UNMC faculty, staff and students are reminded of critical -- and quickly approaching -- deadlines related to their COVID-19 vaccination status. Failure to comply with UNMC’s COVID-19 vaccine requirement will result in corrective and disciplinary action.
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If you have additional questions, email [email protected]. A multidisciplinary Vaccine Support Team is available to answer questions about vaccinations or any COVID policy-related questions. The team includes experts from such areas as infectious disease, human resources, student success, academic affairs, ethics, inclusion, legal, research, health security, student senate, DEI and wellness.
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UNeMed opens a 'Back-o-the-Napkin' contest
A new contest is open to all faculty, students and staff who have ideas for innovative medical devices. Sponsored by UNeMed, UNMC's technology transfer and commercialization office, the "Back-o-the-Napkin Contest" will accept entries throughout the fall until the New Year.
Find entry forms at the James and Karen Linder Maker Studio within the Leon S. McGoogan Health Sciences Library, which is co-sponsoring the contest. Entry forms, designed to resemble actual napkins, ask that inventors draw and describe their ideas. All novel innovations will be rendered into a three-dimensional model.
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Hello students! I am one of the fundraising chairs, along with Macy Scheffler, for the SHARING Clinics student board. We are having a golf tournament on the 24th of September. The event starts at 2:30 with registration and ends with a dinner at 6pm. Participating includes dinner, golfing, raffle prizes, and a silent auction. Teams consist of a group of 4, and it costs a team $250 total to play. All proceeds go towards continuing the great services provided by the SHARING Clinics.
If you would like to register a team please refer to the registration form for the contact information for Julie. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out!
PharmD candidate 2023
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We're going to get to know each other, learn about the importance of the AAPI community, and discuss future events!
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Dewey Tennis Court
We will have weekly tennis practice at Dewey Tennis Court on Mondays through October 25th (weather permitting). Practices involve informal drills and games. All skill levels welcome!
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Teams are forming now for the next funded awards program by the Office of E-Learning. Faculty, staff, and students are invited to an informational meeting via Zoom to learn how to add interactivity to UNMC courses through engaging e-modules. $1,000 will be awarded to teams to use for project creation or student stipends. This meeting will highlight key things participants need to know, benefits for participating, as well as next steps.
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UNMC and Nebraska Medicine leaders will speak as part of "Give Her a Reason to Stay in Healthcare: A Panel on Institutional Support for Retention of Women in the Pandemic." The panel is part of a national campaign, geared to coincide with Women in Medicine Month.
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Elmwood Park
Come join CRAG for a picnic in Elmwood Park! We will have a slackline, yard games, food, and the opportunity to get to know your local climbing community! Bring your friends, bring your dog, bring a dish if you feel like sharing :)
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University of Nebraska at Omaha - Milo Bail Student Center Plaza
In partnership with UNO's Office of Multicultural Affairs, kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with Fiesta on the Plaza! Celebrate with delicious, FREE food and music. Maria Bonita will be serving up a variety of delicious authentic Mexican tacos. As you eat, listen to the incredible live performances of DJ Deaf Audio and Mariachi Los Andariegos. First come, first served. Must have an NUID.
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The Nebraska Medical Orchestra rehearses Fall 2021. Interested in joining? Contact Dr. Matthew Brooks at [email protected].
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Introduction to the G.R.A.D.S. mission, games, and opportunity to join interest groups - social, outreach and professional development. Lunch will be provided for the first 25 people.
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Wigton Heritage Center, near Dunkin'
The writing group is open to writers of all skill levels. Dr. Bud Shaw will provide a short prompt and you will have time to complete a writing on that prompt. From reflections or fiction to poetry or prose, all styles are welcome!
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UNMC Ice Rink
Come out to the Sorrell Ice Rink for a tailgate the day before the big game against OU. Wear your Husker gear! Free food!
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Life Time Fitness
No climbing experience necessary, just bring a good attitude! Everybody must sign up prior to showing up to climb nights. To get access to our sign up sheet, sign up on our Engage page and we typically email a link to sign up a week before the event.
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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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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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This page includes 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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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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University of Nebraska Medical Center
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