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The UNO College of Public Affairs and Community Service (CPACS) supports groundbreaking research that blends cutting-edge technology with the wisdom of Indigenous communities. Backed by a $750,000 grant from the National Science Foundation, this initiative—led by Dr. Yu-Che Chen, interim director of UNO's School of Public Administration, alongside a dedicated team of researchers and Indigenous collaborators—is reshaping how artificial intelligence (AI) is developed, implemented, and understood.

In 1998, Yolanda Nunn graduated from the University of Nebraska at Omaha laying the foundation for her impactful work supporting at-risk youth and addressing systemic issues. As a Goodrich Scholar, Nunn’s academic journey was marked by a deep commitment to learning and community service.

In anticipation of the upcoming "Wear Black, Give Back: Day of Giving," the College of Public Affairs and Community Service at University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is buzzing with excitement. For 24 hours beginning noon on Tuesday, October 8, UNO Mavericks are preparing for a 24-hour fundraising journey with the goal of making a significant impact on student scholarships that will help our Mavericks across the finish line with the degree completion.

UNO faculty in the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice are conducting a two-year study on one form of human trafficking, known as labor trafficking, that may be occurring in Nebraska. The team led by Dr. Teresa Kulig and Dr. Sadaf Hashimi received a $500,000 grant from the Howard G. Buffett Foundation to enhance the state’s ability to identify and respond to labor trafficking cases more effectively.