Public Health Alumni Recognized with Awards |
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On April 11, the COPH Alumni Council held a celebration to recognize the achievements of the 2025 alumni award recipients. The event brought together family members, friends and colleagues to recognize the honorees’ achievements. Guests enjoyed lunch and a program that included the formal presentation of awards.
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Pictured with members of the alumni council is Distinguished Alumnus Award recipient Justin Frederick, MPH'11, CHP (center left) and Empowerment Award recipient Than Htut Win, MPH'21 (center right). Nickolas Lamal, MPH'21, recipient of the Early Career Achievement Award, attended the event virtually.
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UNMC Joins in Collaboration with Picotte Center |
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Through the UNMC Indigenous and Rural Health Program in the COPH, UNMC has helped put structure to a comprehensive project intended to promote health and wellness, education and youth development, cultural preservation and the arts, and community engagement and development.
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UNL and UNMC Announce Unified Accreditation |
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NU President Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, provides more information about the application to pursue a single institutional accreditation for UNL and UNMC.
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'Zoodemic' App Brings Public Health Education to Young Learners |
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The free mobile app developed by the COPH teaches middle and high school students about infectious diseases, hygiene and prevention in a fun, interactive way.
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Tornado Surveys Provide Insight on Recovery and Preparedness |
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A team led by COPH faculty went out in the field to assess ongoing needs from the 2024 Arbor Day tornado outbreak in Nebraska as well as opportunities to better prepare communities for future severe weather events.
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COPH Unveils New Tick Testing Program |
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The goal of the Nebraska Tick Testing Program is to test for any tick-borne pathogens and build up a database of the types of ticks and the prevalence of particular pathogens in various parts of the state.
Read more.
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Apply to Join the COPH Alumni Council |
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If you have been looking for a way to meaningfully contribute to your alma mater, consider applying to join the COPH alumni council. The council meets virtually three times per year and is open to all graduates.
Learn more about the council's mission or fill out the application.
Questions: Contact Laura Hohenstein
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Attend the Nebraska Career Catalyst | Nov 20 in Kearney |
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Alumni and friends are invited to the third annual Nebraska Career Catalyst, a professional development conference for early to mid-career professionals. Session topics focus on soft skills and personal growth, making the event relevant for any profession.
More details are available here, and registration will open Aug 1.
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Find Career/Networking Opportunities via UNMC LinkedIn Groups |
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The COPH and UNMCAA have groups on LinkedIn for public health alumni to find job opportunities and network with fellow alumni, faculty and staff.
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Thank You for Your Generosity |
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Support the COPH Innovation Fund |
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Gifts to UNMC Innovation Funds are a vital source of support and are essential for our continued success. Your investment in the College of Public Health Innovation Fund supports competitive awards for student research poster sessions, student travel to the APHA meeting and the people and programs of the Alumni Association. Thank you for your generosity.
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