UNMC College of Allied Health Professions

The College of Allied Health Professions at the University of Nebraska Medical Center - UNMC, is seeking applicants for a full-time, 12-month faculty position in the Physician Assistant Education Program in Omaha, Nebraska. The position offers the opportunity for a portion of the FTE to be devoted to clinical practice. Details and application at the link: https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/98672

Celebrating Dr. Meyer on the 25th!

Retirement reception for Dr. Meyer is June 25 Kyle Meyer, PhD, led the UNMC College of Allied Health Professions for 20 years and was its founding dean.

Enjoy these photos from the send-off for Nicki Simmons. Congratulations again Nicki! 💐

Nicki Simmons' Retirement Nicki Simmons retired from UNMC after 30 years!

Say hi to Paige Johnson, new faculty in Medical Laboratory Science!

Welcome new faculty: Paige Johnson - Allied Health Blog Paige Johnson, MLS(ASCP)CM, is the new clinical coordinator of microbiology/serology in the medical laboratory science program. Here’s more about Paige in her own words: I was born and raised in Omaha, and I am excited that I get to continue my career in the same city I know and love. I attended t...

Congratulations to Drew and Hannah! Read about their awards on our blog.

Genetic Counseling Program Awards Outstanding Faculty - Allied Health Blog The Master of Genetic Counseling program is proud to announce the recipients of its annual awards, recognizing faculty and staff who precept, educate, and overall support the mission of the program. This program is housed in the College of Allied Health Professions and in partnership with the Munroe...

What will we do without her?! Congratulations to Nicki Simmons who will be retiring after 30 years. 🥲💞🥳

Nicki Simmons retires from CAHP after 30 years A retirement celebration event, open to the campus. is set for 2 p.m. June 9.

And please give a warm welcome to our newest anatomist, Denise Arrick!

Welcome new faculty: Denise Arrick - Allied Health Blog Denise Arrick, MS, is a new assistant professor in the College of Allied Health Professions with a focus on anatomy education (gross anatomy, histology and embryology). Here’s more about Denise in her own words: I am pleased to return to the University of Nebraska Medical Center after relocating t...

Please say hello to Matt Walker, PhD, our new Director of Academic Affairs!

Welcome new faculty: Matt Walker, PhD - Allied Health Blog Matt Walker, PhD, recently joined the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Allied Health Professions as Director of Academic Affairs in 2026. Here’s more about Dr. Walker in his own words: Prior to joining UNMC, I spent more than two decades at Northwest Missouri State University, wher...

Exciting day in Kearney!