UNO News

Omaha Wins Summit League Tournament Title

The Omaha baseball program captured The Summit League Baseball Tournament Championship Saturday, May 25, with a win over Oral Roberts in the final game of the tournament. Omaha awaits its location and opponent for the 2019 NCAA Regional.

This Week in Service Learning

Read about all of the service activities happening across campus.

Scott Scholars Earn Degrees, Are Ready to Make an Impact in Nebraska

Luke Zwenger of Bellevue, Nicole Aschoff of Norfolk and Ryan Ernst of Columbus all earned degrees this May thanks to the support of the Walter Scott, Jr. Scholarship Program.

Omaha Gives! Recap

Thank you to everyone who donated to UNO organizations as a part of Omaha Gives!

IS&T Research on Identifying Fallen Service Members Focus of Department of Defense Visit to UNO

Defense POW/MIAA Accounting Agency Director Kelly McKeague visited the UNO campus on Friday, May 17, to learn more about an ongoing project from faculty and research at the College of Information Science and Technology.

College of Education Joins Network to Address National Shortage of Special Education Teachers

Faculty and administrators from UNO’s College of Education selected for Networked Improvement Community to address shortages, lack of diversity.

Board of Regents to Meet May 30 to Consider Presidential Search Items

The University of Nebraska Board of Regents will meet on Thursday, May 30, to consider several items related to the recently launched search for the next NU president.

Flying Mavericks Finish in the Top 10

For the second year in a row, the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO)’s competitive student aviation team finished in the top ten at the 2019 National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) SAFECON competition.

State Budget Package Earns Final Legislative Approval, Heads to Governor’s Desk

If signed, the budget would fund the request NU submitted to policymakers last fall for state appropriation increases of 3% in 2019-20 and 3.7% in 2020-21.

Student Excellence Series: Emily Pawoll

Learn more about why we're proud of Emily Pawoll, honored for Accounting.

Biomechanics Research Building Closed May 20-24

Due to construction, the UNO Biomechanics Research Building will be temporarily closed.

Register for the Adult Fitness Program

A supervised fitness class aimed at strengthening muscle and bone, reducing the risk of hypertension, obesity, diabetes, and falling while enhancing movement quality in everyday life.

Board of Regents Seeks Nominations for Presidential Search Advisory Committee

Students, faculty, staff and community members selected to the committee will play a key role in the selection of NU's next president; deadline is May 31.

May 2019 Chancellor's Forum Recap

UNO Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., spoke to the campus community on Tuesday, May 14, recapping recent commencement ceremonies, the next steps for the NU budget in the legislature and leadership search updates - among other topics.

VPN Changes to Take Effect May 19

Information Technology Services will consolidate virtual private network (VPN) services at several University of Nebraska locations, including UNO, into one single VPN; May 19.

Get Ready. Get Set. GIVE!

The Maverick Minute | Student Body President/Regent Aya Yousuf

UNO Student Body President and Student Regent Aya Yousuf chats with Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D.

Flag Lowering for Police Officers Memorial Day

Police Officers Memorial Day and Police Week were created to express the unending gratitude to our Nation’s law enforcement officers.

The Maverick Minute | Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs B.J. Reed

Senior Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs B.J. Reed reflects on his time at UNO with Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D. before retiring in May.

Student Excellence Series: Dominika Jedinak

Learn more about why we're proud of Dominika Jedinak, honored for Economics.

Computer Science Alumnus Represents UNO, Nebraska at Nation's Capital

Ryan Ernst, who recently graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, was invited to present his undergraduate research to state representatives in Washington, D.C.

Summer 2019 Parking Reminders

Information about parking on the UNO campus during the summer.

UNO, Shizuoka University to Sponsor Conference in Japan

"Husserl in Japan: Global Studies in Philosophy and Religion," will focus on the work and impact of the famous early twentieth century philosopher Edmund Husserl.

UNO, Blackburn Students Help "Get the Word Out"

UNO students are helping students from the Blackburn Alternative Program develop their presentation skills for a podcast based on a recent exhibit at the Joslyn Art Museum.

The Completion Imperative

Ensuring each and every student enrolled at UNO achieves their higher education goals.

Meet the 2019 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award Winners

The Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award ceremony honors four UNO CBA alumni each year whose success is a testament to the college’s high-quality curriculum.

Chancellor Gold: UNO, UNMC, Nebraska Medicine Boost State's Economy

Chancellor Gold discusses UNO, UNMC and Nebraska Medicine's significant, and ongoing, contributions to the state of Nebraska.

UNO Magazine: Professors Who Play

The doctors of music in Strauss aren’t the only ones on campus who can touch the right keys. In every UNO college are professors who play brass, string, percussion and other instruments.

UNO Magazine: Getting Serious About Kid Play

Playing isn't just about having fun — it's critical to learning and development, say UNO's Professors of Play.

UNO Magazine: Game Play

From preparing students for careers in the gaming industry to using games in patient rehab, UNO is going to work with video game play.

UNO Magazine: Renaissance Role Playing

How one UNO professor is helping bring the past back to life.

State Budget Clears First Round of Debate

The Nebraska legislature took a key step forward on funding core NU system needs to help keep tuition affordable through 2021.

UNO Magazine: Board Games and Bonding

Criss Library started collecting board games several years ago and has since amassed dozens of titles.

UNO Magazine: A Place to Play

From an extracurricular activity to an established department. Theatre has deep roots at UNO.

Flag Lowering for John Leed

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree John Leed who recently passed away.

CBA Scholars Academy graduates reflect on their time at UNO

Congratulations to our May 2019 Scholars Academy graduates. Hear what they had to say about their time here at UNO's CBA and the impact the Scholars Academy had on their career goals.

Limited Access to Parking, Walkways Near Arts and Sciences Hall on May 16

Ongoing renovations of Arts and Sciences Hall will require the temporary closure of several walkways and Lot W on Thursday, May 16.

Arts and Sciences Hall Closed for Construction Beginning May 10

Access to the Arts and Sciences Hall will be restricted to authorized personnel through a majority of the summer.

Flag Lowering for Robert Butler

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Robert Butler who recently passed away.

Arts & Sciences Hall Programs Relocate Temporarily

Due to the remodeling of Arts & Sciences Hall (ASH), all programs regularly located in ASH will be relocated to other buildings on campus. The Dean's Office will be located in CPACS 124.

Student Excellence Series: Bri Eisert

Learn more about why we're proud of Bri Eisert, honored for International Business.

UNO Names Traci Fullerton Employee of the Month

Traci was nominated by her peers for her organization and adaptability.

Sensory: Please Touch The Art 3.0

You don't need vision to have a vision.

Bresnahan receives NSF Graduate Fellowship

Student Commencement Stories: May 2019

Congratulations to our newest graduates! At the heart of every Maverick is a story that is still being written.

Appropriations Committee Funds NU request

The Legislature's budget-writing committee on Thursday released its final recommendation for the 2019-21 state budget, including funding for the University of Nebraska that virtually matches the request NU submitted to policymakers last fall.

President’s Op-Ed: Commencement Season a Reminder Workforce is State’s No. 1 Issue

It’s commencement season at the University of Nebraska – a time for us to celebrate the achievements of thousands of young people who are about to start a new chapter in their lives.

Game Play

From preparing students for careers in the gaming industry to using games in patient rehab, UNO is going to work with video game play.

Brick By Brick

UNO professors make math engaging with unique software program.

Call for Papers | The Goldstein Symposium on Art and Human Rights

Scholars from all disciplines are invited to submit proposals for 20-minute presentations focused on the intersection of art and human rights; deadline is June 15, 2019.

First Affordable Content Grant Recipients Announced

Thirteen Affordable Content Grants have been awarded to assist faculty members in transitioning their courses to low or no cost course materials.

Spring 2019 UNO Magazine Now Available

"The Power of Play"...it's not just for kids.

Trio of UNO Students Selected as Fulbright Recipients

Gabriela Amador (College of Education), Paige Cody (Arts and Sciences) and Samantha Sack (College of Arts and Sciences / College of Education) will spent the next academic year as teaching assistants in Spain, Taiwan and Peru.

The Maverick Minute | Community Engagement Credentials

Barbara Pickering, a professor in the School of Communication, discusses designating community engagement on students' transcripts with Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D.

Student Excellence Series: Lukas Buchta

Learn more about why we're proud of Lukas Buchta, honored for Business Finance and recipient of the CBA Student Athlete Leadership Award.

Escobar-Serrano Named Truman Fellowship Finalist

Alejandra Escobar-Serrano, a political science and business major, was chosen from a pool of more than 800 other applicants to be selected as a finalist for the national honor.

Dr. Phani Tej Adidam Connects UNO CBA Globally

Adidam was awarded the Faculty Excellence in Global Engagement Award for his exploration of intellectual diversity and the connections that bind people from different cultures.

Thompson Scholars Celebrate Graduation

A group of 70 students, all members of the Thompson Learning Community, came together on Tuesday, April 23, to celebrate completing their undergraduate education.

Ly Phan Dominates Maverick Business Competition

Fresh out of business school, a passionate team is chasing their dreams through a new nonprofit founded on the mission of educational equity.

UNO Celebrates Completion of Strauss Renovation

UNO and the NU Foundation gathered with community supporters to celebration the addition, renovations and improvements to Strauss, including the dedication of the concert hall in honor of Jan and Chancellor Emeritus John Christensen.