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Give Back, Get Recognition

Did you know that UNO students engaged in community service can receive recognition for giving back?

Community Engaged Scholarship Transcript Designation (CESTD)

The Community Engaged Scholarship Transcript Designation (CESTD) documents and recognizes undergraduate students for their community engagement experiences.

UNO undergraduate students earn this designation by completing service learning coursework, a community-based learning course or experience, and volunteer/service.

 

What are the benefits to UNO students?

Having this designation on your UNO transcript tells future employers you’ve already put critical skills, insights, and knowledge to work while serving your community. 

  • Connect with local leaders and change-makers
  • Make a positive impact on your community
  • Develop your resume through these experiences 
  • Strengthen your communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
  • Find new strengths and interests
  • Get recognized at commencement 

 

How do UNO students enroll?

Students can self-enroll using the QR code provided below or via the Canvas Site or be nominated by a faculty member. 

 

 

Contact Us

If you are sponsoring a special or public event happening in the CEC or would like to share a news tip or story please let us know.

Robyn Loos
Special Projects Associate

Email: rloos@unomaha.edu
 Phone: 402.554.2173

Unless otherwise clearly stated, any views or opinions expressed as part of events at the Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center (CEC) should not be viewed as endorsements by the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) and do not reflect the official position of UNO or the University of Nebraska system. Please also be aware, the responsibility for any changes to events held at the CEC, including cancellation, lie solely with the event organizer and not UNO or the CEC.