Directory of Our Exceptional
Faculty and Staff

Education
Masters in Health Professions Teaching and Technology -
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Bachelors of Science in Radiation Science Technology - University of Nebraska Medical Center
Bachelor of Arts in Human Biology - University of Kansas

General Background
Karin Bellows, MHPTT, R.T.(R)(ARRT), is an experienced radiographer, educator, and clinical coordinator based. With over a decade of expertise in radiography and imaging sciences, hiring on with the Methodist Health System in 2011. She has diverse clinical experience having worked in trauma, private practice, and orthopedics as well as having served as a clinical preceptor. Karin has developed a robust background in clinical education, curriculum development, and student mentorship. As a dedicated advocate for academic excellence, she leads efforts in outreach, policy development, and health professions collaboration. Karin is also a respected member of the Nebraska Society of Radiologic Technologists and the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, contributing significantly to the advancement of the profession through leadership and scholarly work.

"My favorite part of teaching is watching my novice students grow throughout their schooling and graduate as my peers in the imaging sciences field."

Notable Presentations/Publications
Imaging Modality Day - 2024
Artificial Intelligence in Trends in Healthcare - 2024
Lunch and Learn: Prompt Engineering - 2024
Lunch and Learn: Policies on Artificial Intelligence - 2024
Gamifying the Classroom - 2024
Learning from Each Other: A Clinical Instructor’s Perspective – 2022
Diagnosing Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury: Comparing Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging – ASRT Radiologic Technology – March/April 2022 
Effective Clinical Instruction: from Graduate to Mentor –2021, 2022
Engaging Multiple Learning Styles – 2021
Finding Balance: Time Management for the Radiographer – 2021
Advanced Imaging of Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury – 2020
Patient Care: Why Should I Care –2018

Professional Service/Recognition/Charitable Boards 
Professional Society Memberships
Nebraska Society of Radiologic Technologists (NSRT) - President, President-Elect, Vice President & Secretary
American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) - Affiliate Delegate
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Association of Collegiate Educators in Radiologic Technology (ACERT)
Association of Collegiate and University Educators (ACUE)

Awards and Achievements
NMC Distinguished Educator
NMC Innovation Award
NMC Faculty Senate - Undergraduate Curriculum Chair
NMC Artificial Intelligence Task Force - Co-Chair
NMC Creating the Educated Citizen Committee
NMC Teach the Trainer CEU Event Chair
ASRT Continuing Education Scholarship
ASRT Leadership Academy
Apple Teacher Certification
Peer Recognition Nominee
Discovery and Collaboration Award Winner for Active Learning
Association of Collegiate and University Educators - Certificate of Effective Instruction

Community Service
o Access Period
o Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees Division
o Food Bank for the Heartland
o Omaha Children’s Hospital and Medical Center Hands and Feet Program
o Omaha Children’s Hospital and Medical Center NICU: Butterfly Cabinet Refurbishment
o Star Legacy Foundation – Nebraska Chapter Chair, peer support companion and bereavement photographer
o American Red Cross Blood Drive Coordinator and Donor
o Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa
o Children’s Hospital Rainbow House Volunteer
o Nebraska Methodist College Pantry Food Drive
o Methodist Allied Health Student Association, Radiography Chapter – Faculty Liaison
o Project Linus

Favorite Quote: "I want to inspire and be inspired." -Sam Mendes