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Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center News

Saturday, June 21, 2025
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News ReleaseNoNoYesYes1747285200000Congratulations to these exceptional students being recognized for connecting their academic endeavors with our community to receive this designation. /_img/community-engaged-scholars-designation.jpgnavigationYessite://Weitz CEC/_img/community-engaged-scholars-designation.jpgWeitz CECcommunity-engaged-scholars-designation.jpg2931741200800community engaged scholars designation///YouTube

Students earning the Community Engaged Scholars Transcript Designation (CES) demonstrate a commitment to integrating academic learning with community engagement through service learning, community-based learning, and volunteerism. 


Spring 2025 Engaged Scholar Graduates

Abigail Faris 

College of Arts and Sciences

"As a student, engaging with my community has been essential to developing skills, expanding my network, and building confidence in my abilities. These experiences, along with this program, have strengthened my sense of purpose as I move from campus life to the next chapter of my journey.​”

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Hafsa Tasneem

College of Arts and Sciences  |  Honors Student

"My experiences through the CES program reshaped how I view community work, leadership, and my future in healthcare. Volunteering, service-learning, and community-based experiences taught me the importance of consistency, humility, and empathy. This journey also deepened my passion for dentistry, reinforcing that trust and advocacy should always be at the heart of patient care. As I move forward, I’m committed to carrying these lessons with me to serve communities with greater cultural sensitivity and to advocate for more equitable access to care." 

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Huja Sange 

College of Business Administration

“These experiences have enriched my own personal and professional development through strengthening my management, communication, and collaborative skills. I am grateful for the privilege of contributing to the growth and well-being of my community by fostering cultural pride, supporting local businesses, and empowering young professionals in the Omaha Community.”

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Keith Allen 

College of Arts and Sciences  |  Honors Student

“Receiving the engaged scholar recognition at UNO has meant living in the present with intention. This journey has taught me to think beyond myself and to see my education as a platform to contribute not only to my success but for my community as well. As an engaged student, it has helped me grow into someone I am proud of. I am not only someone who wants to succeed in the world, but someone who also wants to improve it, one small act at a time.”

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Liz Cole 

College of Education, Health and Human Sciences 

“The Community of Engaged Scholars helped me grow as a person, as an academic, and as a professional. I'm honored to be a part of this program. I feel more connected than ever to the larger Omaha community, and it is all due to CES. This program introduced me to projects, people, and places I would have never had the opportunity to do, meet, and see without the connections I've fostered in CES.”

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Marina Hardy

College of Public Affairs and Community Service 

“I have had a strong calling to live in harmony and give back to my community. Being a Community Engaged Scholar has truly been a gift, I am very fortunate to have had this opportunity to be engaged with my community while pursuing a challenging academic curriculum. Volunteering my time and my energy to others in need, truly makes me a completed person, my heart and mind are fulfilled in this way, My most significant experience has been volunteering many hours with student government to advocate for the student body who trusted me to make decisions on behalf of their needs.”

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Melisa Ontiveros

College of Arts and Sciences  |  Honors Student

“I believe that my experiences have immensely impacted my personal growth and development by making me more outgoing and outspoken about things that I believe in. To be engaged, one needs to know what is going on in their community to be able to make an impact. For me, being involved and taking a stand in government issues both at a local and national level was one way that I found myself excelling at.”

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Moo Law Eh Soe 

College of Arts and Sciences  |  Honors Student

“Receiving the Community Engagement Transcript Distinction is deeply meaningful to me because it’s more than just an award—it’s a marker that I’ve made an impact. It affirms that I’ve dedicated my time and energy to learning from the Omaha communities and working alongside them—especially the refugee and migrant communities that have shaped my “why” for pursuing medicine. This distinction reflects my commitment to uplifting their stories through writing, physical presence, research, and raising awareness. I am honored to receive this recognition, and it will continue to remind me that no matter how stressful life becomes or how tempting it is to focus solely on academics, community engagement and human connection are at the heart of everything I do.”

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Sudha Paudel 

College of Arts and Sciences

“My experiences through the CES program has reinforced my commitment to lifelong service and advocacy, shaping my journey as a future physician. These experiences have deepened my understanding of healthcare, preparing me to address diverse needs and contribute to a more inclusive and compassionate world. I will continue to apply the lessons I’ve learned to be a more compassionate person, a better leader, and to enhance patient care, while trying to make a difference in the communities I serve.”

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Tai Prauner 

College of Arts and Sciences  |  Honors Student

“This designation gave me the chance to step into roles I never imagined for myself, advocating for students in court, translating for families in crisis, and using the arts to build connections with adults learning English. It opened my eyes to how many different ways there are to support a community and showed me that the skills I have, and the ones I am still working to develop, like my Spanish, can make a real difference. More than anything, it helped me realize that meaningful change often starts in small moments, through conversation, compassion, and showing up with the intention to serve.”

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Tamia Peak 

College of Arts and Sciences

“Participating in the engaged scholar program helped me grow as a learner and a leader, providing me with opportunities to interact in spaces encompassing all intersectional factors and skills to help shape my community as an advocate.”

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Reem Serbi

College of Business Administration

"Being recognized as an Engaged Scholar reminds me that learning goes beyond the classroom, it's about showing up, making a difference, and growing through service. This experience has shaped who I am and the kind of leader I hope to be." 

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About This Designation

Requirements include one community-based learning experience, 6 hours of service learning coursework, 135 service hours, and written reflections. This designation showcases students' community engagement at the University of Nebraska Omaha to future employers.

UNO Students can self-enroll by scanning the QR code below or using the CESTD Canvas page. UNO faculty can also nominate a student. 

What are the benefits for UNO students?

  • Opportunities to network and develop references 
  • Experiences that build your resume 
  • Connecting your career goals with your community 
  • Strengthen your competitive advantage with employers 
  • Strengthen communication, leadership, and teamwork skills 
  • Find new strengths and interests 
  • Learn about the importance of community issues 

Connect With Us

UNO students who are interested in learning more about this designation can email us at unoengagement@unomaha.edu. 

Previous Engaged Scholar Graduates

  • Fall 2024
  • Spring 2024
  • Fall 2023
  • Spring 2023
  • Fall 2022
  • Spring 2022
  • Fall 2021
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We aren't your average office space! 

The CEC fosters a warm and inviting office environment, encouraging collaboration, capacity-building, and valuable partnerships with UNO and the community. Our adaptable office spaces cater to diverse needs at affordable rates and with flexible lease terms.

Here are just a few of the benefits of having office space in the CEC:

  • Priority access to the CEC’s extensive, free meeting spaces and free guest parking (more than 20 spaces, both large and small)
  • Flexible office spaces and leasing options that meet different needs (private offices, semi-private offices, workstations, hybrid working options, satellite spaces, etc.)
  • Guest parking for meetings and events and on-demand needs
  • On-site free, secure wireless and videoconferencing
  • Copier rooms
  • Mail services
  • Student-run welcome and information desk for guests
  • Four different suites of office spaces with access to windows
  • Offices that are co-located with other community organizations that share expertise and resources
  • Increased organizational capacity through UNO's nationally recognized Service Learning Academy
  • Paid UNO student interns through the UNO Student Service and Leadership Collaborative (The Collaborative)
  • Facilitated connections to UNO students as interns, volunteers, and employees
  • Access to world-class faculty experts and their students for program evaluation, research, and consultation
  • Access to facilities and amenities available on campus (I.e., library, fitness center, food, Starbucks, etc.)
  • Proximity to resources like the UNO Creative Production Lab for expert creative and printing needs, such as 3D printing and high-resolution scanning.
  • Central, accessible, and bike-friendly location in the center of Omaha, within walking distance of Elmwood Park

Types of Organizations Eligible to Rent Office Space

  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Multi-agency collaborations focused on a project for public benefit
  • Government projects or initiatives
  • Micro-enterprise organizations (must have a social entrepreneurship or public good/benefit component)
  • Institutions of higher education (including other NU campuses), early childhood, K-12, and/or K-16 initiatives
  • Philanthropic initiatives, programs, or organizations

View Rental Rates

Office Space Inquiries

Office spaces in the CEC are available to community and university organizations that meet the eligibility requirements, followed by an official lease agreement. 

Please start by filling out this online form.

Being and working in the CEC gives Coalition Rx a sense of credibility. We have access to UNO students as future employees, campus office and meeting spaces that allow us to connect with campus resources, work on our growth and strategic planning, meet with supporters and other community groups we partner with, and a place where the community can attend our events and more for free. Since having office space in the CEC we have grown from 1 staff consisting of me to having 9 total staff with 2 full-time. Being here has helped us get 6 UNO student interns. The students have been helpful for our organization to grow. We can also connect with faculty experts, like Dr, Tara Bryan. She was helpful beyond words. Tara’s expertise guided Coalition Rx with long-term sustainability and operations within the last three years. Carey Pomykata, Executive Director, Coalition RxRight

For UNO Organizations

UNO faculty/staff have the opportunity to apply for office space. Organizations must be run through one or more UNO colleges, departments, programs, and/or initiatives. 

Examples of UNO Organization Use of CEC Office Space:

  • Short-term grant or collaborative project/program
  • A long-term grant or collaborative project/program
  • Housing a visiting scholar/researcher focused on community engagement
  • Engaged research (e.g., applied research, evaluation study, etc.)
  • Engaged teaching (e.g., a P-16 service learning partnership or multifaceted service learning project)
  • Engaged service (e.g., a department-based outreach program)
  • Space for a visiting faculty or scholar who will be focused on engagement (must have a UNO sponsor)

View more information about office spaces for UNO organizations.

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/news/comm-spaceapp-releasedepartmentUNO Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Centerphoneemailrloos@unomaha.educategoryParents and FamiliesCommunity EngagementFacultyBarbara Weitz Community Engagement CenterGeneral PublicStafflocationOmaha, NEevent-startsevent-endssite://Weitz CEC/news/comm-spaceapp-releaseWeitz CECcomm-spaceapp-releaseOffice Spaces in UNO's Barbara Weitz Community Engagement CenterOffice Spaces in UNO's Barbara Weitz Community Engagement CenterThe CEC fosters a warm and inviting office environment, encouraging collaboration, capacity-building, and valuable partnerships with UNO and the community. Our adaptable office spaces cater to diverse needs at affordable rates and with flexible lease terms.The CEC fosters a warm and inviting office environment, encouraging collaboration, capacity-building, and valuable partnerships with UNO and the community. Our adaptable office spaces cater to diverse needs at affordable rates and with flexible lease terms.Office space, offices, flexibility, affordable rental ratesRobyn LoosThe CEC fosters a warm and inviting office environment, encouraging collaboration, capacity-building, and valuable partnerships with UNO and the community. Our adaptable office spaces cater to diverse needs at affordable rates and with flexible lease terms.Jul 1, 2024 12:00 AM
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The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) will take center stage in an extraordinary celebration of art, science, and disability acceptance as the 2025 Common Senses Festival arrives this spring.


➡️ What’s new: UNO’s Sapp Fieldhouse will host the world premiere of Sensorium Ex, a groundbreaking opera redefining disability representation in the performing arts. The festival will also bring dynamic discussions, sensory-friendly performances, and immersive experiences across the city, with UNO’s Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center (CEC) serving as a hub for critical conversations on accessibility.


💡 Why it matters: The Common Senses Festival is expanding its mission beyond its autism-focused origins, now embracing a broader disability spectrum. The festival aligns with UNO’s commitment to accessibility, research, and community engagement​​. Read the full press release.


🔎 Zoom in:

  • "My Disability Roadmap" Screening and Discussion (April 28), at UNO's CEC is an Emmy-winning documentary. A panel and discussion will follow the film.

  • Risky Disco (May 12-23) at UNO's CEC is a space where individuals of all cognitive and physical profiles can fully engage, explore, and celebrate creativity without limits. This experiential, avant-garde performance offers a dynamic series of curated interactions between teaching artists from BLUEBARN Theatre and The Omaha Community Playhouse, participants, and a rich array of sensory experiences. 

  • Sensorium Ex (May 22-25) at UNO’s Sapp Fieldhouse will feature disabled performers and an innovative AI-driven Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) app, Sensorium AI. Sensorium Ex creates an entirely new operatic world – one that redefines who gets to have a voice.


🎤 What they’re saying: Kate Noble Weitz, Founder & Director, Common Senses Festival: “Arts are where major cultural shifts start. With this festival, we’re not just changing the conversation around disability—we’re changing Omaha itself.”


🎟️ What’s next: Tickets go on sale March 8. Visit commonsensesfestival.com to explore the full lineup of events and discover how you can participate​.

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About the Common Senses Festival

The Common Senses Festival was launched in 2022 in Omaha, Nebraska, as a first-of-its-kind exploration and celebration of intersections between science, art, and disability awareness.

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Experiential learning—through service-learning, internships, research, and hands-on experiences—is a proven driver of student success. At the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), this approach is a priority, ensuring students gain meaningful connections to their communities and careers.

Now, in partnership with the Society for Experiential Education (SEE), UNO is helping to advance the field. Mitzi Ritzman, Ph.D., associate professor of special education and communication disorders in the UNO College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS), joins experts from institutions across the globe.

Leading the Charge

The cohort is co-facilitated by Julie Dierberger, Ph.D., UNO’s chief engagement officer and Paul Sather Distinguished Director of the Service Learning Academy, and Bill Heinrich, director of mindset at Symplicity.

The SEE Fellows Program—created by SEE’s Research and Scholarship Committee—provides a structured learning community for scholar-practitioners and advanced doctoral students working in experiential education. The program helps fellows:

  • Strengthen experiential education at their institutions.
  • Expand research and scholarship in their areas of expertise.
  • Build a national network of collaborators to advance experiential learning.

Fellows will engage in an ongoing exploration of experiential education topics, professional experiences, and career goals. Over the course of the two-year fellowship, they will develop an action plan for a scholarly project. The SEE Fellows Program runs from 2025 to 2026, with fellows collaborating on research and innovation in experiential education.

UNO’s leadership in this national initiative reinforces its commitment to experiential learning, community engagement, and workforce development. By mentoring the next generation of scholar-practitioners, UNO is shaping the future of hands-on education.

Previous Fellows

Previous fellows from UNO include Lucy Morrison, Ph.D., director of the University Honors Program, and Levi Thiele, Ph.D., director of career development in Career Services.



About the Society for Experiential Education 

Founded in 1971, the Society for Experiential Education (SEE) is the premier, nonprofit membership organization composed of a global community of researchers, practitioners, and thought leaders who are committed to the establishment of effective methods of experiential education as fundamental to the development of the knowledge, skills and attitudes that empower learners and promote the common good. SEE sustains a great variety of experiential learning opportunities, such as internships, micro-experiences, service learning, global experience, and more. The Society’s vision is to expand the perspectives shared and voices heard throughout our growing profession so that they are representative of the practitioners and students in the field of experiential education.  

Learn more on the SEE website. 

About the University of Nebraska at Omaha

Located in one of America’s best cities to live, work and learn, the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is Nebraska’s premier metropolitan university. With more than 15,000 students enrolled in 200-plus programs of study, UNO is recognized nationally for its online education, graduate education, military friendliness and community engagement efforts. Founded in 1908, UNO has served learners of all backgrounds for more than 100 years and is dedicated to another century of excellence both in the classroom and in the community.

Follow UNO on Facebook, Twitter (X), Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube. 

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Highlights

  • The partnership is structured around three key initiatives that will focus on preparing future educators, enhancing STEAM learning experiences, and strengthening Nebraska’s STEAM workforce ecosystem.

  • UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA: “By working together, we aim to create a robust STEAM workforce pipeline that will equip our educators and students with the knowledge and skills needed to lead Nebraska into the future.”

  • Kiewit Luminarium Vice President of Partnerships Sirisha Sualy: “Our shared vision is to be a model of collaboration that will take hold across the state and nation to develop the next generation of educators and innovators.”



The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) and Kiewit Luminarium have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at recruiting, developing, and retaining STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) educators in the Omaha area, the organizations announced today.

This collaboration marks a significant milestone in strengthening Nebraska’s STEAM workforce pipeline by inspiring and equipping educators with the tools and experience they need to ignite student interest in these fields.

“This partnership between UNO and Kiewit Luminarium is uniquely positioned to inspire and develop Nebraska’s next generation of STEAM educators,” UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, said. “By working together, we aim to create a robust STEAM workforce pipeline that will equip our educators and students with the knowledge and skills needed to lead Nebraska into the future.”

Kiewit Luminarium, located along Omaha’s riverfront, is a hands-on learning hub designed to spark curiosity and foster a love of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
Sirisha Sualy, Vice President of Partnerships at the Kiewit Luminarium, shared her excitement for the collaboration.

“Kiewit Luminarium is the ideal setting for this partnership,” Sualy said. “Our interactive exhibits and educational programming are designed to inspire young people to discover the magic of STEAM. Our shared vision is to be a model of collaboration that will take hold across the state and nation to develop the next generation of educators and innovators.”

The partnership is structured around three key initiatives that will focus on preparing future educators, enhancing STEAM learning experiences, and fostering collaboration between the two institutions:

  • Luminators: The Luminator Program, the Luminarium’s youth development program, is integral to the educational programming and community engagement at the science center. Through the partnership, UNO and the Luminarium will work to recruit students from UNO to participate in the Young Adult Luminator Program, where they will gain hands-on experience in both educational and non-educational roles. The program will also offer a unique pathway for qualified High School Luminators to transition into UNO’s teacher preparation programs, creating a direct pipeline from early STEAM engagement to a career in education.

  • Teacher Education: Through this partnership, daytime courses specifically focused on STEAM education will be conducted at Kiewit Luminarium, providing a dynamic and immersive learning environment for students in UNO’s Teacher Education program. The Luminarium will provide various opportunities for UNO students to access the science center, connecting them with invaluable resources and ways to enrich their educational journey.

  • Partnership Activities: Kiewit Luminarium will serve as a living laboratory for research, offering strategic opportunities for public engagement, data collection, and competitive funding proposals. Both organizations will collaborate on joint research initiatives aimed at enhancing STEAM education and broadening community outreach.

The College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences will lead the partnership from UNO’s side of the agreement. Derrick Nero, an associate professor in CEHHS’s Teacher Education Department and a Kiewit Luminarium community advisor, will serve as the partnership coordinator between the organizations, facilitating ongoing planning, communication, and research activities.

“Memorable experiences in STEAM education are vital to fostering lifelong learning and STEAM literacy,” Nero said. “I’m excited to help bring these two institutions together in a way that will benefit both students and educators for years to come.”

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The University of Nebraska Foundation today announced $388.8 million in new funds committed in fiscal year 2024 — the most ever — to support the University of Nebraska (NU) System. In addition, 57,603 donors made a gift to advance the NU System during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

Gifts supported student access and success to grow Nebraska’s workforce; faculty, academic and clinical excellence to strengthen the educational experience; and transformational research and innovation to solve the state’s biggest challenges.

Donors supported all campuses: the University of Nebraska at Kearney, University of Nebraska–Lincoln, University of Nebraska Medical Center and its clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine, University of Nebraska at Omaha and Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis. Gifts came from alumni, friends of the university, foundations and corporations.

“All of us at the University of Nebraska are deeply grateful to our visionary philanthropic partners whose generosity extends the reach and impact of our university so much further than what would otherwise be possible,” said Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., president of the University of Nebraska. “The support of our alumni and friends, together with the partnership of all Nebraskans, has put the University of Nebraska on an extraordinary trajectory. I am gratified that our vision for affordable, accessible, outstanding education that transforms lives here and around the world is resonating, and I can’t wait to see what we will achieve together in the years to come.”

Numerous university priorities benefited from philanthropic support. The Scott Scholars Program, designed for high-achieving STEM students, received a $23 million gift commitment from the Suzanne & Walter Scott Foundation to sustain and grow the program at UNO and support its expansion to UNMC. Kiewit Hall opened in January at UNL to increase the pipeline of engineers in Nebraska. The $115 million center of engineering education was entirely funded by private support, including a $25 million naming gift from Kiewit Corp.

A groundbreaking was held at UNK for a second, $95 million building in the Douglas A. Kristensen Rural Health Education Complex, a UNK-UNMC partnership to address a critical shortage of health care providers in rural areas. The William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation is the lead donor to the project.

Four record-setting campus giving days were an important source of new donors during the fiscal year. Wear Black, Give Back at UNO, Glow Big Red at UNL, One Day for UNK and For the Greater Good at UNMC and Nebraska Medicine raised a total of $2.59 million from 10,390 donors.

During the fiscal year, donors created 138 permanently endowed funds, leaving a lasting legacy of support for the University of Nebraska.

“Our University of Nebraska Foundation team is profoundly grateful to the 57,603 donors who supported the University of Nebraska,” said Brian F. Hastings, president and CEO of the University of Nebraska Foundation. “They are giving every student a chance to succeed, building Nebraska’s workforce and supporting research that changes lives and saves lives.”


Additional Campus Highlights

Other highlights from the 2024 fiscal year include:

  • University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO)
  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL)
  • University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC)/Nebraska Medicine
  • University of Nebraska at Kearney
  • Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture (NCTA)

University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO)

  • A computer lab in the Peter Kiewit Institute building was refurbished to create the FNBO Code Studio as a modern professional technology space. The gift also established a scholarship fund for College of Information Science & Technology students.

  • The Michael Bruce Jones, M.D., Chair in the School of the Arts was established.

  • UNO achieved its highest donor count ever, with 8,400 individual donors.

  • The Holland Foundation invested in UNO students through a gift to the Richard Holland Endowed Scholarship Fund, the largest scholarship fund in the College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media. The scholarship supports first-generation students and those with financial need.

  • A scholarship was created for the captain of the Maverick Hockey program, the first position-specific scholarship for any sport within Omaha Athletics.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL)

  • New deanships and chairs were established for UNL, Nebraska’s land-grant university, to recruit and retain outstanding faculty. Gifts resulted in the creation of the Fred Hunzeker Dean of Engineering in the College of Engineering, the Jane T. Olson Endowed Deanship in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications, and the FORVIS Chair of Accountancy and the Joan Heiser Endowed Presidential Chair for the Clifton Strengths Institute, both in the College of Business.

  • Because of private support, a University Libraries initiative to provide free course materials and e-books will expand to serve more students.

  • An anonymous donor made a $1.4 million gift to the Nebraska Equine Sports Complex, which will provide a space for students to board their horses, expand equine extension programming and provide other experiential learning for College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources students.

  • This fall, an expansion of UNL’s iconic Architecture Hall, HDR Pavilion, is opening.

University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC)/Nebraska Medicine

  • The Richard D. Holland Presidential Chair in Public Health was established at UNMC.

  • A significant philanthropic investment will support Alzheimer’s disease research and a clinical trial at Nebraska Medicine. The trial will enroll patients from across Nebraska with mild Alzheimer’s disease for a new FDA-approved therapy.

  • A gift will support the Community Wellness Collaborative, a space created through a Nebraska Medicine-UNMC partnership to connect individuals and groups in North Omaha with health and wellness resources and information about health care careers.

  • A gift from a living trust will support UNMC research to further the understanding and treatment of retinitis pigmentosa, a rare genetic eye disease.

  • A gift commitment from an anonymous donor will support the Mary Eliza Mahoney Nursing Mentoring Program, which provides mentoring and academic support to first-generation students in the College of Nursing.

University of Nebraska at Kearney

  • An estate gift will provide approximately 20 scholarships annually to students studying chemistry at UNK.

  • UNK supporters Keith and Eileen Carpenter donated their rare 1948 Tucker sedan to support UNK scholarships. The sale of the vehicle will fund approximately 43 scholarships annually.

Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture (NCTA)

  • Donors made gifts to support a planned $12 million project to create the Student Success and Activity Center, part of an effort to modernize facilities and boost enrollment at NCTA in Curtis, Nebraska. Fundraising is ongoing.

Only in Nebraska: A Campaign for Our University's Future

The record-setting giving occurred as part of Only in Nebraska: A Campaign for Our University’s Future. The multiyear campaign seeks to engage 150,000 benefactors to give $3 billion to support the University of Nebraska. As of June 30, $2.35 billion has been raised from 141,677 unique donors toward the campaign goals.

Fundraising results are reported in accordance with the Council for Advancement and Support of Education’s Global Reporting Standards, which governs reporting for educational philanthropy at schools, colleges and universities across the globe.

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About the University of Nebraska Foundation

The University of Nebraska Foundation grows relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives. During the most recent fiscal year, a record $388.8 million in new funds was committed to aid UNK, UNL, UNO, NCTA and UNMC and its clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine. In addition, 57,603 donors supported the University of Nebraska. Alumni engagement and fundraising are efficient, with the University of Nebraska receiving more than $7 in gifts for every $1 spent. Only in Nebraska: A Campaign for Our University’s Future is its current campaign with a goal to raise $3 billion from 150,000 unique benefactors to support the University of Nebraska. More information is at OnlyinNebraska.org.

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Mary Perkinson, D.M.A., an award-winning artist, associate professor, and community leader, brings together the power of music, service, and research to contribute to the greater good through the program Nebraska Heartbeats.  

Perkinson’s inspiration comes from the Madison Symphony Orchestra’s HeartStringsÒ program, a music therapy-informed program that brings live, interactive presentations to healthcare and residential facilities.  

“I thought, how cool would it be to model that program in Omaha,” Perkinson says, “I wanted to focus on one group of culturally underserved individuals and get to the heart of a best practice by working with experts in the field.” 

Perkinson, a University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) music professor, founded Nebraska Heartbeats in 2018. “Our mission is to engage individuals with dementia in meaningful ways through music that's joyous,” Perkinson says. “The music listening and engagement brings about a sense of well-being for the listeners and caregivers alike.” 

Nebraska Heartbeats is a platform for musicians to engage with their community in ways that build relationships and make a difference. The curriculum was developed by Vaishali Phatak, Ph.D., ABPP-CN (neuropsychologist/UNMC); Steven Wengel, M.D. (geriatric psychiatrist/UNMC); the UNO Maverick Quartet (Gregory Clinton; Mary Perkinson, D.M.A; Brian Sherwood; and Olga Smola, D.M.A.); and Bridget Shevlin, MT-BC (music therapist).

Dementia deteriorates the mind in stages; it can develop to the point of patients becoming non-verbal. Nebraska Heartbeats seeks to connect with patients through all stages of dementia, which makes music a vital stimulant. 

“Music has a unique durability that individuals at all stages of dementia are able to enjoy,” Perkinson says.   

Through the power of music, patients with dementia become more energetic and active when they hear their favorite songs from the past. 

“Someone will be relatively non-verbal, but when they hear a song that they remember from their 20s or 30s, all of a sudden their eyes will just light up, they become more energetic and alert,” Perkinson says. “Music has the ability to tap at the tip of the iceberg of exploring music and memory research.”  

Thanks to support from the UNO School of Music, College of Communications, Fine Arts & Media, Office of Research and Creative Activity, the Great Plains IDeA Clinical & Translational Research Pilot Grant, Nebraska Arts Council, and the NU Collaborative Initiative Grant, Perkinson, and her colleagues have collaborated on research with Dr. Vaishali Phatak, a neuropsychologist in the Department of Neurological Sciences at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. 

Nebraska Heartbeats launched their pilot program via Zoom in 2020 with Hillcrest Health Services, and in January 2024, they will begin their in-person programming. During sessions, UNMC researchers will study music and memory while UNO faculty and students engage with participants through music-making, listening, and reminiscing. 

“The Zoom program was so much work, but it was also so rewarding to see the benefit the program was having,” Perkinson says. “Seeing the joy it brought the individuals involved was the impetus to keep us pushing forward with the project.” 

“Long-term, I would love to see students in our School of Music engaging more with individuals with dementia through music,” Perkinson says. 

In addition to Nebraska HeartBeats, Perkinson founded Sound Health: Bringing Music to Medicine in 2009, a program that gives music majors the opportunity to contribute to the environment of care through live music. Hundreds of UNO Sound Health students have given dozens of performances throughout Omaha healthcare facilities since 2015.    

Perkinson remains steadfast in her passion for service and research, and Nebraska Heartbeats demonstrates that passion.                

“I want musicians to be educated about the dementia community so they can work with individuals in ways that are joyful and effective,’’ Perkinson says. “What Nebraska Heartbeats comes down to is contributing to the greater good in meaningful ways through music and research.” 

The UNO Maverick Quartet performs at Nebraska Medicine’s Fred & Pamela Buffett  Cancer Center’s lobby most Tuesdays at 12:15 P.M., and Sound Health performances occur once a month at the same time and location. An up-to-date schedule can be found here. 

Showcasing Faculty Community Engagement 

As a premier metropolitan institution, UNO faculty, staff, and students collaborate with community partners regularly through mutually beneficial and reciprocal projects. We amplify this amazing work and its impacts through an online tool called the Community Engagement Partnership Initiative (CEPI). The Office of Engagement, in collaboration with MaverickPR, is excited to showcase just a few of the impressive stories that highlight faculty and their engaged work.

For questions about this story and CEPI, please contact Robyn Loos at rloos@unomaha.edu.   

About MaverickPR

MaverickPR is a full-service, award-winning, student-run public relations firm in UNO's College of Communication, Fine Arts, and Media. They offer innovative and creative solutions to clients and real-world, hands-on experience to students, including brand strategy, design, event planning, photo/video, social media, copywriting, public relations, and more. 

To contact MaverickPR, email Karen Weber at kweber@unomaha.edu. 

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///////Additional Resources/https://web.unomaha.edu/impact/https://www.unomaha.edu/news/index.php/https://www.unomaha.edu/community-engagement-center/news/cec-viewbook.phpCommunity Engagement at UNO/indexnavigationNosite://Office of Engagement/indexOffice of EngagementindexOffice of EngagementOffice of EngagementWelcome to the UNO Office of Engagement! We are here to connect UNO’s “Maverick Spirit”- the abundant knowledge, talent, and energy found on our campus - to the toughest problems, common interests, and untapped potential of the communities we serve. As a Metropolitan University, meaningful and impactful community engagement and partnerships are central to UNO’s mission. The Office of Engagement is a bridge between our faculty, staff, students, and campus units to individuals, families, and neighborhoods, as well as the business, government, educational and nonprofit sectors. http:///Curious People Series/news/curious-peopledepartmentphoneemailcategoryBarbara Weitz Community Engagement CenterAcademic AffairsCommunity EngagementGeneral PublicStaffFacultylocationevent-startsevent-endssite://Weitz CEC/news/curious-peopleWeitz CECcurious-people[Article Heading]Curious People Lecture Series: Information and SpeakersGeneral information about the Curious People Lecture Series events, including an online request form for UNO faculty interested in speaking at future series events.curious people, curious minds, free series, communityHeike LangdonGeneral information about the Curious People Lecture Series events, including an online request form for UNO faculty interested in speaking at future series events.May 18, 2023 12:00 AM
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This is exceptional community engagement.

Located at the very crossroads of our city, the CEC would become an intersection for all campus based-community engagement. The CEC provides a place for faculty, staff, and student involvement in engaged teaching, research, and service while inviting community partners to our campus. 

As a result, the campus and community share their knowledge and resources to make our world a better place.

Our new viewbook lists our areas of focus, including who we serve, while telling the story through examples.

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/news/cec-viewbookdepartmentBarbara Weitz Community Engagement Centerphoneemailrloos@unomaha.educategoryStaffAcademic AffairsCurrent StudentsBarbara Weitz Community Engagement CenterStudent AffairsFacultyCommunity EngagementGeneral Publiclocationevent-startsevent-endssite://Weitz CEC/news/cec-viewbookWeitz CECcec-viewbook[Article Heading]Explore a New and Improved UNO CEC ViewbookThe new viewbook was created to better communicate who we serve, our focus areas, and the variety of ways you can get involved through the CEC.Community Engagement, Community Partners, Service Learning, Volunteerism, Civic EngagementRobyn LoosThe new viewbook was created to better communicate who we serve, our focus areas, and the variety of ways you can get involved through the CEC.Mar 1, 2021 12:00 AM
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The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) has announced the creation of a new Office of Engagement that will serve to connect student, faculty, staff, and community-focused efforts taking place on and through the UNO campus to leverage more strategically one of the university’s greatest strengths.

A formal announcement of the creation of the Office of Engagement was made by UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, on Tuesday, Oct. 11, during an event spotlighting “Career Connect,” a recently launched university effort that leverages community relationships with business and not-for-profit organizations to offer students guaranteed opportunities for paid internships.

“As an urban metropolitan university, community engagement is central to all we do,” Chancellor Li said. “Today, we are announcing a new chapter in fostering meaningful and impactful community engagement and partnerships.”

The Office of Engagement will be overseen by Sara Woods, who was named UNO’s chief engagement officer earlier this year. Woods has served as director of the Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center since 2014, a position she will continue to hold as she takes on the new role.

“I am truly honored and excited to lead the Office of Engagement, which will be dedicated to ensuring UNO is best positioned to serve the critical needs and greatest opportunities facing our community,” Woods said. “With a focus on communication, partnership, and UNO’s metropolitan mission, the Office of Engagement will facilitate the growth of engaged research, learning, and service across the UNO campus.”

The Office of Engagement will provide strategy and direction for existing units such as the Service Learning Academy, Volunteer and Civic Engagement Programs, and Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center, as well as expand efforts like the Community Engagement Partnership Initiative and Community Engaged Scholars Transcript Designation.

Woods said that the new structure is the successful culmination of decades of community-engaged efforts that have shaped UNO’s identity as Omaha’s university. In addition to the construction of the Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center, the first building of its kind in the world at the time, UNO is recognized by the Carnegie Foundation with its official Community Engagement Classification and, in 2014, UNO was recognized among more than 800 universities by the White House for community engagement effort that spurred economic opportunity.

“[We] will work to ensure that individuals, organizations, and institutions far beyond the physical boundaries of our campus can connect more easily with the extensive knowledge, talent, student energy, information, and events that can be found at UNO any day.”

A new resource page for the Office of Engagement is also available for any students, faculty, staff, and community members who would like to partner and support any of the office’s initiatives. You can learn more and meet the Office of Engagement team by visiting engage.unomaha.edu.

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