Competencies, Skills and Workforce Development Hub

The University of Nebraska at Omahas is proud to launch a hub that will serve as an ecosystem of workforce development initiatives to meet today's dynamic regional and national needs.

Skills Lab

The Skills Lab positions UNO as a market leader in equipping learners with the skills essential for today’s workforce. This dynamic space collaborates with academic programs to assess, develop, and validate skills that align with industry needs. Additionally, the Skills Lab supports a campus-wide skills framework, ensuring students have access to targeted skill-building opportunities that enhance career readiness and economic mobility.

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Future of Work Symposium Series

**Shaping the Workforce of Tomorrow**

The Future of Work Symposium Series convenes thought leaders from business, government, education, and nonprofit sectors to explore the evolving nature of work. Launched in 2022, this ongoing series sparks critical dialogue on forward-looking topics related to workforce development. By connecting industry insights with UNO’s academic and workforce initiatives, these symposia inform our ecosystem so that UNO can develop curricula, drive innovation, and equip learners with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in today's workplace.

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Workforce Partnerships

**Partnering with employers to empower lifelong learning.**

UNO’s Workforce Partnerships program connects employers and employees with flexible, accessible educational opportunities designed to strengthen workforce skills and support career growth. Through this initiative, participating employers provide direct funding for their employees’ education—eliminating reimbursement barriers and making it easier to access high-quality learning experiences.

Our goal is to make education work for working professionals. Whether individuals are seeking to upskill, reskill, or explore new career pathways, we are here to support them every step of the way.

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Recipient of the Weitz Innovation and Excellence Fund

**Building Career-ready Students**

The CSW Hub is proud to be an inaugural recipient of the Weitz Innovation and Excellence Fund. This fund supports strategic UNO priorities with the goal of elevating programs to national recognition while addressing critical needs in Omaha and across the state of Nebraska.

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Our Team

Get to know the team behind the Competencies, Skills, and Workforce Development Hub.

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CSW Hub Advisory Board

Our Advisory Board plays a key role in guiding our efforts to better connect learning and work.

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Latest News & Updates

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Executive Sponsor and Leadership

Senior Vice Chancellor Dr. Phil He will serve as Executive Sponsor for this unit, with day-to-day leadership being provided by Associate Vice Chancellor for Innovative and Learning-Centric Initiatives Dr. Jaci Lindburg.

The Support Unit is planning to go through formal processes in 2024-25 seeking official designation as a Center. These steps are underway and not yet complete.