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Thursday, June 21, 2018

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Think Tank to Bring Clinical Innovation to Fruition

Thang serves as a bridge between UNMC's Department of Emergency Medicine and potential partners at UNO's Peter Kiewit Institute.

Ahrens Earns All-America Honors

Senior Stephanie Ahrens became the first athlete in program history to earn All-American honors in the Division I era Saturday night at the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships at the University of Oregon's historic Hayward Field.

Mom, Maverick Finds Her Own Path Towards Graduation

Originally enrolled as a freshman in 2007, Danielle Goodwin carved her own Maverick path in earning her degree

Students Inspired by Soccer, Global Service Experience

In March, a group of nine students from the School of Health and Kinesiology (H&K) traveled far beyond the classroom—and the country—for a soccer and sports medicine-focused service learning experience.

Watch and Listen

The Maverick Minute: Barbara Holland and the Metropolitan University Mission

Chancellor Gold interviews Distinguished Professor of Community Engagement and Friendly Maverick, Barbara Holland in the Criss Library.
The Maverick Minute | UNO Sustainability Coordinator Sarah Burke

Chancellor Jeffery Gold sits down with UNO Sustainability Coordinator Sarah Burke to discuss sustainability goals for UNO.
The Maverick Minute | UNO's U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel Archivist Lori Schwartz

Chancellor Jeffrey Gold sits down with UNO Hagel Archivist Lori Schwartz from the Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library to talk about what it's like managing the archives.

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UNO Media Mentions

Mavericks are making headlines and now you can find all the links in one convenient place. Click here for the latest batch of stories referencing UNO, updated by 9 A.M. every weekday.

Scholars Academy: Madison Tabor

The College of Business Administration Scholars Academy will welcome 20 more students this fall. Meet a member of the 2018 cohort.

Scholars Academy: Judson Hixson

The College of Business Administration Scholars Academy will welcome 20 more students this fall. Meet a member of the 2018 cohort.

UNO Business Student, Singer Scores 5th CWS Performance

For the fifth consecutive year, a member of the Maverick family will perform the national anthem at the College World Series.

Alumni Spotlight: Kelsey Bee Lands Her Dream Role as Creative Nonfiction Editor for Isthmus Journal

Staff Advisory Council Welcome and Updates

The latest Staff Advisory Council news and updates.

The Maverick Minute | PRIDE Month

Chancellor Jeffrey Gold sits down with the Director of UNO's Gender Sexuality and Resource Center, Jessi Hitchins, to discuss PRIDE Month.

Think Tank to Bring Clinical Innovation to Fruition

Thang serves as a bridge between UNMC's Department of Emergency Medicine and potential partners at UNO's Peter Kiewit Institute.

Proposed New Policy: Service Centers

A new draft policy regarding Service Centers is now open for review and comment on the campus policy library.

Cei Loofe Interview

Cei Loofe interview by Luke Wegener for LGBTQ+ Voices: The Queer Omaha Archives Oral History Project now available in UNO Libraries' Archives and Special Collections.

The Day OU Became UNO

A new display about the creation of the University of Nebraska system is available on the first floor of Criss Library.

H&K Sleep Survey

Help the school of Health and Kinesiology better understand student sleep patterns at UNO.

Scholars Academy: Alexandra Lopez

The College of Business Administration Scholars Academy will welcome 20 more students this fall. Meet a member of the 2018 cohort.

Scholars Academy: Lilly Swanson

The College of Business Administration Scholars Academy will welcome 20 more students this fall. Meet a member of the 2018 cohort.

Scholars Academy: Kaleb Heckens

The College of Business Administration Scholars Academy will welcome 20 more students this fall. Meet a member of the 2018 cohort.

UNO Names Larry Adler Employee of the Month for June

Larry was nominated by his peers for his hard work and attention to detail.

Not Your Indians Anymore: Alcatraz Takeover and Red Power Movement, 1969-1971

A new exhibit in Criss Library's Osborne Gallery explores the origins and legacies of the occupation of Alcatraz Island by the Indians of All Tribes, a leading Native American rights organization.

Ahrens Earns All-America Honors

Senior Stephanie Ahrens became the first athlete in program history to earn All-American honors in the Division I era Saturday night at the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships at the University of Oregon's historic Hayward Field.

H&K Students Inspired by Soccer and Sports Medicine-Focused Global Service Experience

In March, a group of nine students from the School of Health and Kinesiology (H&K) traveled far beyond the classroom—and the country—for a soccer and sports medicine-focused service learning experience.

UNO Students Finish Third in National Counter-Extremism Competition

A University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) student organization finished third in a national competition leveraging social media to counter extremism.

NOTICE: Phishing Attempt at NU Campuses

A convincing phishing email was sent to many email users at the Omaha, Kearney and Lincoln campuses.

New Voicemail System

Following a new voicemail system implementation on June 8, users will need to activate their new accounts.

Mom, Maverick Finds Her Own Path Towards Graduation

Originally enrolled as a freshman in 2007, Danielle Goodwin carved her own Maverick path in earning her degree

A Reminder of Campus Mental Health Resources

The success, health, and wellness of students, staff, and faculty are the university's top priorities at all times

UNO Researchers Help Identify New National Biology Curriculum Standards

Researchers from across three UNO colleges joined a national team to help incorporate biotechnology into natural science classrooms

Recommendations Regarding the Chancellor's Transition Process and the UNO Strategic Plan and Process

Chancellor Gold asked the UNO Strategic Planning Committee to review the transition process and determine what could be incorporated into the strategic plan and unit level planning processes.

University of Nebraska Defense Research Institute Earns New Five-Year, $92 Million Contract

The contract helps position UNO as a national leader in research and development to combat terrorist groups and to keep the United States and its allies safe.

SPA Now Offering Certificate in Emerging Nonprofit Leadership

The Certificate in Emerging Nonprofit Leadership helps potential leaders develop and hone their managerial and leadership skills as they prepare to take on high level leadership responsibilities.

Owen Takes New Role at Buffett Early Childhood Institute

Erin Owen, executive director of the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) Office of University Communications and assistant to the chancellor for communications, will take on a new role Aug. 16 as the Buffett Early Childhood Institute’s Director of Communications and Marketing.

UNO Takes Home #SummitFoodFight Title

UNO collected over 56,500 pounds of food during the challenge.

Nebraska Public Transit Week Activities Increase Awareness of Public Transportation Options

The Center for Public Affairs Research collaborated with the Nebraska Department of Transportation, the Nebraska Safety Center, and the Nebraska Association of Transportation Providers to organize events throughout Nebraska for the 2018 Nebraska Public Transit Week, held April 8-14.

Goodrich Faculty and the Willa Cather World

Goodrich faculty, Todd Richardson, is the co-director for the 63rd Annual Willa Cather Spring Conference in Red Cloud, held May 31-June 2, 2018.

Scholars Academy: Collin Bailey

The College of Business Administration Scholars Academy will welcome 20 more students this fall. Meet a member of the 2018 cohort.

UNO Flags to Be Lowered for Hubert Locke

On Wednesday, June 6, UNO flags will be lowered in memory of Hubert Locke, the founding dean of the College of Public Affairs and Community Service (CPACS)

Scholars Academy: Madeline Foreman

The College of Business Administration Scholars Academy will welcome 20 more students this fall. Meet a member of the 2018 cohort.

Kulig and Richards to Join School of Criminology and Criminal Justice Faculty

UNO's nationally-ranked School of Criminology and Criminal Justice will welcome two new faculty members in the fall of 2018. Teresa Kulig, Ph.D. and Tara Richards, Ph.D. will both be joining the School as assistant professors.

Technology Excellence Award Nominations Sought

The Technology Excellence Award, offered in Kearney for the past eight years, is now open for all Information Technology Services throughout the system. This is an opportunity to recognize ITS staff for their hard work and achievements.

Cybersecurity Camp Returns for Third Year

For the third consecutive year, a cybersecurity camp, called Nebraska GenCyber (NGC), will introduce Omaha-area students and teachers to the fast-growing field; June 18 - 29.

Students Inspired by Soccer, Global Service Experience

In March, a group of nine students from the School of Health and Kinesiology (H&K) traveled far beyond the classroom—and the country—for a soccer and sports medicine-focused service learning experience.

New Job Posting System Coming

UNO Career Connect - UNO's online job and internship board for off campus positions - will be changing to the Handshake platform this summer.

Falconer Al-Hindi recognized for her expertise.

Women's Center for Advancement recognizes Women's and Gender Studies Director, Dr. Karen Falconer Al-Hindi in it's 31st annual Tribute to Women.

Biology shines at Honors Program Awards

Sean Watson, Dr. Paul Davis, and Harim Won are recognized for academic excellence.

Director of School Psychology program will lead national association

Dr. Lisa Kelly-Vance is elected president of the National Association of School Psychologists.

Director of UNO's Callitrichid Research Center recognized for outstanding career contributions

Dr. Jeffrey French is awarded the Chancellor's Medal, UNO's highest honor.

A Passion for Research, Science Education

As a second-year graduate student, Matthew Baker is not only working to uncover how our brains work, but also how to ensure federal science funding remains a national priority

Awards Season Brings Celebration and Recognition

The end of the academic year is a time to celebrate and recognize excellence. Meet the alumni, faculty, and students honored during awards season, including our five new Distinguished Alumni Award winners.

Participate in OUT@UNO

OUT@UNO is an effort to create visibility for queer and trans spectrum people who are often invisible to the campus community.

Phase-in of Concur Software for Travel Reporting to Begin July 1

University of Nebraska faculty and staff are advised that campuses will begin transitioning to Concur, a new software system designed to streamline travel expense reporting, on July 1.

UNO NSSLHA/Collegiate Sertoma Receives Gold Chapter Honors

National NSSLHA Chapter Honors are awarded to affiliated chapters that demonstrate an outstanding effort to support the organization's mission to inspire, empower, and support students in communication sciences and disorders programs.

CollegePrep.org Wins Maverick Business Plan Competition

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

College of Education Alumni Honored with Education Awards

This spring, eleven College of Education graduates were recognized by area school districts with awards for exemplary teaching.

Spring 2018 Commencement

Some of our favorite pictures from the Spring 2018 Commencement!

Alumni Highlight: Brittny Escamilla

Brittny's had quite the path to UNO: a California native, this veteran of the U.S. Army found IS&T through reading a chance article in the military news. Learn more about her, and how majoring in MIS, helped change her career trajectory.

UNO, Zoo Team to Educate, Inspire Area Teachers

A math teacher learning circle hosted by UNO and the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium provides engagement and community support for local area teachers.

New Program Offers Support to D.C. Interns

Two Mavericks will benefit from a new University of Nebraska program designed to help students get the most out of their Washington, D.C. internships.

MavReady Seeks College World Series Volunteers

MavReady and Douglas County Emergency Management are inviting UNO students and student organizations to participate in a community service project during this year’s College World Series; deadline to sign-up is June 10.

Ahrens Breaks New Ground with Spot in D1 Championship

Senior Stephanie Ahrens became the first Omaha track & field athlete to qualify for the NCAA Championship in the Division I era.

UNO Biomechanics Student Named 2017-2018 Buffett Scholar

Jordan Wickstrom, along with her faculty mentors, shared her research and described its implications for the early childhood field.

Mavericks Earn ITA Community Service Award

The Omaha women's tennis team has earned the Intercollegiate Tennis Association's Central Region Community Service Award.

UNO Health Services Update

The University of Nebraska Omaha is finalizing an agreement with Nebraska Medicine to assume responsibility for UNO’s Health Services under a new partnership.

Free College of Engineering Shuttle Service

The UNL College of Engineering will offer a free ride service between Lincoln and Omaha each weekday for students, faculty and staff, while summer classes are in session; through Aug. 10.

Karo Garcia: Student Athlete, Veteran, Maverick

A May 2018 graduate with a degree in physical education, Karo Leon-Garcia was recently profiled in the Columbus Telegram for her commitment to her team and her country

Do You Know Chuck?

A new exhibit, "Do You Know Chuck?," runs through August 31, 2018, on the lower level of Criss Library.

Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center Rain Garden

Our rain garden represents the best of community partnerships and campus faculty, staff, and student engagement while creating a beautiful biodiverse habitat for butterflies and people.

Freshman Earns Place at Fulbright Summer Program

University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) freshman Brian Lacy, of Bellevue, has received a place on a prestigious, international summer program organized by the US-UK Fulbright Commission. The honor will take him to the United Kingdom this summer.

UNO Names Bari Marshall Employee of the Month for May

Bari was nominated by her peers for her teamwork and commitment to students.

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