International Programs at UNO: Growing Our Global Reach
- published: 2026/03/26
- contact: Julie Jimenez - International Programs
- email: world@unomaha.edu
International Programs at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is entering an exciting new chapter — one defined by dedicated leadership, expanded offerings, and a renewed commitment to connecting the campus community with the world.
The division now comprises five units, each led by an experienced and knowledgeable professional, all working under the purview of Associate Vice Chancellor for Global Engagement and Senior International Officer Andrea Stiefvater, Ed.D.:
- Center for Afghanistan and Regional Studies (CARS), led by Sher Jan Ahmadzai
- Education Abroad (EA), led by Emily Krueger
- Global Grants and Academic Programs (GAP), led by Julie Jimenez
- International Recruitment and Partnerships (IRaP), led by Louisa Ehrlich
- International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), led by Jennifer Stahl
Among these, Global Grants and Academic Programs (GAP) is a newly configured unit that brings together grant-funded initiatives, custom academic programs, intensive English instruction, and Japanese language education under one collaborative home.
Within GAP, the English language program has a new name and a fresh direction. Formerly known as ILUNO (Intensive Language at the University of Nebraska at Omaha), the program is now Intensive English — a change that better reflects its mission and its students. Alongside the new name comes a new, project-based curriculum designed to build real-world language skills in an engaging, applied learning environment. As of Summer 2026, the program is fully operational, actively enrolling, and stronger than ever.
GAP, in collaboration with World Languages and Literature, supports UNO's Japanese language minor, approved for the 2025–2026 academic year. This new minor expands UNO's language and global engagement offerings and provides students across all disciplines with an accessible pathway to cultural competency, global readiness, and career differentiation.
International Programs continues to move forward with a strong sense of direction — and with real support from across campus. Everyone who works with our students and scholars directly, advises them, or simply believes in the value of global education is a part of that progress.