Commencement Set for Dec. 16

UNO's winter commencement ceremony is set for Friday, Dec. 16, at 2 p.m. at the Civic Auditorium, 1804 Capitol Ave.

Look for details in the Dec. 12 issue of UNO What's Up.

 

The E-bill Is Coming!

Starting this January, students at UNO will no longer have to worry about their tuition bills getting lost in the mail.

The first round of E-bills, the billing statements for UNO student accounts, will be issued in conjunction with the start of the spring 2006 semester, which begins Jan. 9.  The E-bills will be generated at the end of the first week of classes, said Tammy Goldsberry, manager of Cashiering/Student Accounts at UNO.

The E-bill will be made available for viewing and printing online in E-BRUNO, UNO's Web-based registration system.  It will replace the paper bills UNO students receive in the mail.

When student bills are generated and available in E-BRUNO, the students will be notified via their Lotus Notes student e-mail accounts.  They can then login to E-BRUNO and click on "View Billing Statement (E-Bill)."  In addition, the e-mail notification will include helpful tips on reading the E-bill statement and making payments.

In addition to its convenience, the E-bill will enhance the security of managing student information, Goldsberry said.  The e-mail notification will not include any sensitive information.  Rather, it will contain a link to the E-BRUNO site so students can access their bills.  All students must enter a student ID and PIN to gain access to the E-BRUNO site.

Also, the E-bills statement area on E-BRUNO will have links to archived copies of prior bills. 

Students will be able to pay their E-bills online via credit card, or they can print the remittance form and either mail it in with the payment or pay it in person at the UNO Cashiering/Student Accounts Office in 109 Eppley Administration Building.

For more information, call Goldsberry at 554.2954, or visit the Web at http://cashiering.unomaha.edu.

 

Philosophy Colloquia Series Continues Dec. 6

The title of an upcoming UNO Department of Philosophy Colloquia Lecture may have some appeal to comic book fans. 

Sarah Sawyer, an associate professor of philosophy at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, will present "Where in the World is Superman?" Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 3:30 p.m. in 205 Arts and Sciences Hall.  The event is free and open to the public.

For more information, contact Kathy Cox Schwartz at 554.2628 or philosophy@unomaha.edu.

 

SOLP to Host Holiday Reception Dec. 7

Student Organizations and Leadership Programs (SOLP) will host a holiday reception Wednesday, Dec. 7.  The event – which is open to all students, faculty and staff – will be held from 11 a.m. to noon in the SOLP Office on the first floor of the Milo Bail Student Center.

For more information, call 554.2711.

 

Salvation Army Food Fight Continues through Dec. 7

UNO has joined forces with five Omaha organizations this holiday season to help stock the shelves of The Salvation Army's food pantry.

The campus community is participating in the 2005 72nd Street Food Fight.  UNO, BlueCross BlueShield of Nebraska, the College of St. Mary, Omnium Worldwide Inc., Travel and Transport, and First Data Corp. are competing against one another to collect the most food during the campaign. 

At UNO, a competition between the campus buildings is under way.  Donation barrels bearing the Food Fight logo have been set up in each building, and building coordinators are tallying the donations.

UNO Chancellor Nancy Belck encourages all students, faculty and staff to participate in the event.  "UNO is committed to making our community a better place, and our help is needed with this important project to benefit The Salvation Army's food pantry," Dr. Belck said.

The Salvation Army is requesting the items listed below.  Glass containers will not be accepted.

boxed cereal

boxed potato mix

boxed Jello and pudding

boxed popcorn

canned tomato products

peanut butter

canned soups

canned fruits and vegetables

canned meats

canned beans

rice

dry dinners

packaged pasta

cookies and chips

crackers

pancake mix

baking mixes

hygiene products

disposable diapers

Donations will be solicited through Dec. 7.  For more information, contact Rita Henry at 554.2779.

 

ODK to Host Fall Dialogue Dec. 7

The UNO chapter of Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK) will host a fall dialogue Wednesday, Dec. 7.  The event will be held from noon to 1 p.m. in the Milo Bail Student Center Chancellor's Room.

The discussion is titled "The Future of Omaha for College Students."  The featured panelists are:

- Ellen Fitzsimmons, Omaha By Design;

- Larry Foster, director, City of Omaha Parks & Recreation;

- Dan Morrissey, Omaha Sports Commission;

- Nate Dodge, president, N.P. Dodge; and

- Wendy Boyer, Omaha Chamber of Commerce.

ODK is a national leadership honor society.  For more information, contact Carmen Mattes at 554.2779.

 

Give the Gift that Helps Others This Holiday Season

As the UNO community prepares to celebrate another holiday season, its collective effort to help the University of New Orleans campus community continues.

Earlier this fall, students, staff and faculty at the Nebraska UNO launched the UNO to UNO Hurricane Relief Project, a sustained fund-raising effort aimed at providing relief to their colleagues at the Louisiana UNO.

All funds raised at the Nebraska UNO during the course of the year will be earmarked for a recovery fund established by Tim Ryan, chancellor of the Louisiana UNO, for members of his university community who lost everything.

In conjunction with the effort, UNO to UNO Hurricane Relief Project T-shirts can be purchased for $10 in University Affairs Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Adult sizes ranging from small to triple X are available.  University Affairs is located in 108 Eppley Administration Building.

For more information on how to donate or get involved with "UNO to UNO," contact Rita Henry at 554.2779 or Teresa Gleason at 554.2762.

 

Maverick Watch

Go Mavs!  Support your Mavericks by attending their home events.

Students are admitted free to all home athletic games with a valid UNO ID and game-day ticket.  The spouses, significant others and children of students also are admitted free.  At the game, students must present a valid UNO ID to receive a ticket.  Tickets will be available on the day of the game at each home event.  For more information, call 554.MAVS (6287).

At home this week…

Tuesday, Dec. 6

Women's basketball vs. Peru State

Sapp Fieldhouse

6 p.m.

Men's basketball vs. York

Sapp Fieldhouse

8 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 10

Women's basketball vs. York

Sapp Fieldhouse

6 p.m.

Men's basketball vs. Peru State

Sapp Fieldhouse

8 p.m.

For more information about UNO Athletics, visit the Web at http://gomavs.unomaha.edu/.

 

Four Mavs to Play in 2006 Cactus Bowl

Four Maverick seniors have been selected to play in the 2006 Cactus Bowl Jan. 6 in Kingsville, Texas, the most ever to represent UNO in the charity all-star game that showcases collegiate seniors from NCAA Division II programs.

Wide receiver Chris Denney, linebacker Taiwo Onatolu, offensive tackle Scot Jorgensen and running back Jamar Day will represent UNO in the game, which began in 1995. 

Denney, from Norfolk, Neb., was UNO's leading receiver with 783 yards and eight touchdowns, and was named the most valuable receiver for a second straight year in the North Central Conference (NCC).  He finished his career third in career receiving yards and touchdown receptions.

Onatolu, from Papillion, earned all-NCC first-team honors a third time this year.  He was a 2004 D2Football.com first-team All-American.  He finished third on the team in tackles and is the second all-team leader in tackles.

Jorgensen, from Minden, Neb., was a mainstay in the Mavs' offensive line and was named to the all-NCC first team this fall.

Day, from Lancaster, Calif., missed three games but still led the team in rushing with 755 yards and seven touchdowns to earn first-team all-NCC honors.  Despite only playing two seasons and 19 total games, Day finished seventh in career rushing at UNO.

Last year, the Mavericks were represented by defensive lineman Corey Petersen, linebacker Randy Stella and offensive lineman Brett Hodge, the first time UNO had more than two players at the game.

 

Chair Massage Service Available Dec. 9

Are you looking for a way to reduce stress?

UNO students, faculty and staff can take advantage of a chair massage service on campus Friday, Dec. 9.  A station will be set up in 213 Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) Building from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Andrea Porter, a certified massage therapist, will administer the massages. The cost is $10 for a 15-minute session.

To make a reservation, stop by 100 HPER.  Payment is due at the time of registration.  For more information, call 554.2539.

 

Parents' Day Out Dec. 10

Campus Recreation will host its annual Mav Kids Parents' Day Out Saturday, Dec. 10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER) Building.  This event for children age five to 12 is designed to give parents a day to prepare for the holiday season.

Participants will enjoy a pizza party, swimming, movies and holiday crafts.  The cost per child is $10 for UNO students and Campus Recreation activity card holders, and $12 for the general public.  Lunch is included in the cost.

Pre-registration is required.  To register, stop by 100 HPER, or contact Campus Recreation at 554.2539 or Erin Sheckells at 554.4941.

 

BFA Thesis Exhibition On Display

The Fall 2005 BFA Thesis Exhibition is currently on display in the UNO Art Gallery.

The work of Joseph Buda, Patricia Earley, Matthew Rooney, Nancy Smith and Matthew Walker is featured.  All are senior bachelor of fine arts students in the UNO College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media.

The UNO Art Gallery is located at the north end of the Weber Fine Arts Building.  Admission is free and open to the public.  Gallery hours are listed below.

Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday

Noon to 4 p.m.

Thursday

Noon to 8 p.m.

Sunday

2 to 5 p.m.

For more information about the exhibition, call 554.2796.

 

Heartland Philharmonic to Perform "Roman Holidays" Dec. 6

The UNO Heartland Philharmonic Orchestra will present "Roman Holidays" Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 7:30 p.m. in the Strauss Performing Arts Center Recital Hall.  Tickets are $5 for adults, and $4 for students and seniors.

Christopher Stanichar, assistant professor of music at UNO, will conduct the program.  "Roman Holidays" will feature works inspired by the eternal city of Rome.  For tickets or more information, call 554.3427.

 

Handel's Messiah to be Performed at UNO Dec. 10

The UNO Department of Music will present two performances of Handel's Messiah Saturday, Dec. 10.  The concerts will begin at 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in the Strauss Performing Arts Center Recital Hall.

The UNO Concert Choir and University Chorus will join together to perform Handel's masterwork. 

The UNO Chamber Orchestra will accompany the event under the baton of Christopher Stanichar, director of orchestral activities at UNO.  UNO faculty and friends will serve as featured soloists, including soprano Shannon Salyards, contralto Pamela Miller, tenor Scott Miller and bass Charles Smith.

Individual tickets are $5 for adults, and $4 for students and seniors.  The event is free of charge to those with a valid UNO ID.

The doors will open 30 minutes prior to the concert.  For more information, call 554.3427.

 

Free Brown Bag Jazz Concerts Dec. 8 and 9

The UNO Department of Music will host a pair of free brown bag jazz concerts on campus this week.

The UNO Jazz Ensemble II will perform Thursday, Dec. 8, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Milo Bail Student Center (MBSC) Nebraska Room.  On Friday, Dec. 9, the UNO Jazz Ensemble I will perform from noon to 1 p.m. in the MBSC Nebraska Room.

"Bring your lunch and a friend, and listen to jazz," said Peter Madsen, coordinator of jazz studies and assistant professor of trombone at UNO. 

For more information, contact Dr. Madsen at 554.2297 or petermadsen@mail.unomaha.edu.