The annual lecture series at UNOmaha is named in honor of Sidney H. Brooks, who played an integral role in the religious life of the Omaha community for more than 40 years. He served as rabbi of Temple Israel for 33 years before his retirement in 1985. Throughout his life, Brooks was recognized widely for his pursuit of social justice and relations between Jews and Christians. He died in 1999 at the age of 79. For more information, call Kendra Johnson at x4-2628.
All hosts donate the dinners and sometimes give an additional monetary donation.
Scientific biomedical and behavioral research proposals are sought from people associated with all campuses of the University of Nebraska and Creighton University in Omaha. The proposal deadline is Monday, Jan. 15, 2001. The annual caroling event will be held near the staircase in the Eppley Administration Building on Tuesday, Dec. 12, from 10 to 11 a.m. eNotes Now on the Web eNotes, UNOmaha's daily electronic news source for faculty and staff, is now on the Web. The display window on the second floor of the Eppley Administration Building is available for use by UNOmaha academic and administrative units, and sanctioned organizations. If interested in reserving a space for 2001, call Tina Frye at x4-2358.