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2021 News Release Archive

DCS Receives 2021 Adult Learner Impact Award

November 30, 2021

UNO's Division of Continuing Studies has been recognized by the Council of Adult and Experiential Learning for its outstanding program and services for adult and contemporary learners.

UNO's SPA Takes 1st Place during Voinovich Public Innovation Challenge

November 11, 2021

The UNO School of Public Administration and the NextGen Leadership Corps initiative wins this year’s Voinovich Public Innovation Challenge.

Two Major Honors: Two Exceptional Aviation Scholars

October 27, 2021

The UNO Aviation Institute has received many accolades throughout 2021, including two scholars being honored with national recognition this month.

UNO's Flight Team, Back in the Air and Heading to Nationals

October 27, 2021

Fifteen UNO Aviation Institute students competed with the Flying Mavs at the 2021 National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) Conference in Minnesota.

24-Hour Campaign: A Smashing Success for CPACS

October 18, 2021

The College of Public Affairs and Community Service at UNO sees another banner year for the Wear Black, Give Back campaign.

Criminal Justice Professor Named Researcher of the Year

October 18, 2021

Dr. Tara Richards of the UNO School of Criminology and Criminal Justice was recently named Faculty Researcher of the Year by the American Society of Criminology.

Wear Black, Give Back 2021

September 29, 2021

Wear Black, Give Back, UNO’s annual day of giving, returns Oct. 13-14, noon to noon. On this day, we encourage all CPACS alumni and supporters to show their pride and appreciation of UNO.

PhD in Public Administration Program Now Accepting Applications

September 17, 2021

The UNO School of Public Administration invites applications for the 2022-2023 admission season for the PhD in Public Administration.

Gerontology Annual Report Now Live

August 31, 2021

The UNO Department of Gerontology Celebrates the 2020-2021 year in review. Check out the latest annual report.

Ellen Rice Named Assistant Director of Social Work

August 09, 2021

CPACS colleagues agree—the newly-appointed assistant director of the Grace Abbott School of Social Work is a great addition to the team.

Extensive Evaluation Work Facilitates Reentry into the Community

July 29, 2021

Work from the Nebraska Center for Justice Research (NCJR) at UNO has helped facilitate reentry into the community for formerly incarcerated individuals in Nebraska.

Criminal Justice Faculty Honored with National Recognition

July 29, 2021

Jessie Huff, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of the School of Criminal Justice, earns national recognition as the newest member of the LEADS Scholar Program.

UNO’s Grace Abbott School of Social Work Seeks Help in Nominating Nebraskan as prominent American Woman

June 11, 2021

Submit your nomination today for Grace Abbott, Nebraska pioneer, scholar, and social worker for the United States Mint commemorative quarter collection.

UNO Announces Next Generation Service Program

June 07, 2021

The UNO College of Public Affairs and Community Service and the UNO College of Business Administration have hired Congressman Brad Ashford to help launch new Next Generation Service Program on campus.

UNO School of Public Administration 2020-2021 Annual Report Live

May 25, 2021

The UNO School of Public Administration Annual Report from the 2020-2021 academic year is now live. Enjoy the read!

AI Spring Newsletter Now Available

May 19, 2021

The UNO Aviation Institute is one of the nation's best-kept secrets in the sky. Read the latest about the institute in the spring newsletter.

2020-2021 CPACS Annual Report Now Live

May 07, 2021

This year's College of Public Affairs and Community Service (CPACS) report focuses on “Fostering Inclusive Collaboration.”

May 2021 Graduate Spotlight: Sara Bowen-Isaac

April 30, 2021

Emergency Management and Disaster Science student, and soon-to-be graduate shares her experience of why UNO, the College of Public Affairs and Community Service, and Emergency Management were the perfect choice for her undergraduate career.

2021 CPACS Alumni Honorees Announced

April 22, 2021

This year's CPACS Alumni Awardees are diverse, civic-minded, and revolutionary to the field of public service.

UNO One of Four Campuses Launching Innovative Public Service Program

April 13, 2021

Led by the UNO School of Public Administration, the Next Generation Service Partnership allows all undergraduate students to align their major with the public service sector.

CPACS Programs Ranked Among Best in Nation by U.S. News and World Report

March 30, 2021

The UNO College of Public Affairs and Community Service continues to be the home to nationally ranked graduate school programs.

You're Invited: School of Public Administration Virtual Open House is Now Live

March 30, 2021

From national rankings to note-worthy faculty, the UNO School of Public Administration (SPA) offers a diverse lineup of desirable degrees to best serve the public.

CPM Grad and UNO Student is Rising to the Challenge of Leading a Fast-Growing City

March 26, 2021

Young families are moving in, and building permits in 2021 have already superseded 2020.

Nebraska Data Users Conference Series Continues Mission to Build Data Literacy throughout Nebraska

March 26, 2021

Registration for the Nebraska Data Users Conference Series is now open. Register today!

Searching for an Important, Dynamic, Rewarding Career? We’ve Got It!

March 02, 2021

The UNO College of Public Affairs and Community Service offers greater understanding, exposure, and mastery in its diverse degree programs in the critical field of public service.

COVID Through the Eyes of the Public Servant: Emergency Management

March 02, 2021

Hear from public servant experts within the UNO College of Public Affairs and Community Service as we continue to learn, pivot, and move past COVID in our public-facing fields.

Interest in Public Service Degrees Continues to Soar

February 08, 2021

The UNO College of Public Affairs and Community Service (CPACS) continues to experience significant increases in enrollment, and an increased interest in the field of public service.

Nationally-Known Speaker, Author, and Professor Presents on Technology and Self to UNO Community

February 08, 2021

Catch the replay of the UNO community exclusive event with author and professor, Sherry Turkle.

Have Questions? Our Aviation Institute Faculty Expert has Answers!

January 29, 2021

Did you know it takes longer to fly from east to west on an airplane? Our resident faculty expert from the UNO Aviation Institute has the answer.

UNO Alumna and CPACS Graduate Serves as Chief U.S. Probation Officer

December 22, 2020

Kathleen “Kit” Lemon, an impressive, civic-minded School of Criminology and Criminal Justice graduate student turns into a successful official and leader within the U.S. Probation Office.

CPACS: Improving the Community and Society from the Classroom and Beyond

December 22, 2020

The UNO College of Public Affairs and Community Service is on a mission to empower future leaders, foster inclusive collaboration, and create innovative solutions. We provide students with just the tools needed to serve the community to the fullest.

2020 Commencement Stories: CPACS Edition

December 22, 2020

Learn more about these amazing UNO graduates. Once a Maverick, always a Maverick.

A Glimpse into a Graduate Dual Degree Student’s Life: Cameron Koenig

December 22, 2020

Catch this exclusive look into a Master of Social Work (MSW)/Master of Public Administration (MPA) dual degree student’s life, and what you should be considering as a prospective student.

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