Apply for the 2025 Marian Ivers Community Service Leadership Award

Application Status

This opportunity is offered annually, typically before or at the start of the fall semester. The website page is updated each year with submission details and the online application, and it’s promoted through the Bullseye newsletter and the UNO Office of Engagement’s social media platforms.

About the Award

The Marian Ivers Community Service Leadership Award recognizes the actions, commitment, and leadership of currently enrolled UNO students who are addressing issues affecting our community. The Ivers Award is a grant for $2,000 that can be used for educational expenses such as books, computer equipment, computer supplies, career wear, unreimbursed travel for job interviews, etc.

Award Eligibility

The Ivers Award honors currently enrolled UNO undergraduate students who can demonstrate an exemplary record of community service and leadership. Students must have a minimum of Junior class standing with expected graduation no later than May 2027, and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.

About Marian Ivers

Marian Ivers was a single mother who rose to the highest heights of professional and community leadership in Omaha. She ultimately served as the first Executive Vice President of the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce. On the way, she encouraged, inspired, and mentored hundreds of women to do the same.