March 2019 News Release Archive
New UNO STEM TRAIL Center Aims to Grow Campus Efforts
March 29, 2019On Thursday, May 30, the Nebraska Coordinating Commission for Post-secondary Education (CCPE) reviewed and unanimously approved the creation of the center.
Angie Kennedy Earns Board of Regents KUDOS Award
March 29, 2019The Creative Director accepted the award on March 29.
Math Students Earn High Marks in Competitive Putnam Exam
March 27, 2019UNO students out performed many of their peers at the recent William Lowell Putnam Mathematical Competition, earning a top 10 percent team finish with four students individually placing in the top 25 percent nationally
New Policy for NU Foundation Expense Claims
March 26, 2019Beginning Monday, April 1, the NU Foundation will update its reimbursement policy to better align with University of Nebraska system guidelines.
Hank Bounds to Step Down as NU President
March 25, 2019After nearly four years leading NU through a period of transformational collaboration and momentum, Bounds is stepping away from administration to transition to other educational and consulting work.
A Message from Chancellor Gold on President Bounds' Announcement
March 25, 2019Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., shares a message following Monday's announcement that President Hank Bounds will be leaving the University of Nebraska.
RESPECT Engagement Survey a Success
March 24, 2019Thank you for your participation.
Flood Relief Donation Management Center Open
March 24, 2019To meet immediate needs, the University of Nebraska at Omaha, University of Nebraska Medical Center and Nebraska Medicine have opened a Flood Relief Donation Management Center. There is now a dedicated website for monetary donations and a website to volunteer to help flood victims.
ULOP Program Aims to Meet State's Growing Legal Needs
March 22, 2019In its second year, a partnership between UNO and the University of Nebraska College of Law aims to encourage more students in underrepresented communities to purse a legal education; deadline April 5.
New Late-Night Shuttle Option Begins March 25
March 20, 2019UNO Parking will now offer a shuttle option that runs until midnight between the Dodge and Scott Campuses
Flag Lowering for Charles Barrett
March 19, 2019The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO student Charles Barrett who recently passed away.
UNO Supports Those Affected by New Zealand Attacks
March 18, 2019The UNO community stands in solidarity with those impacted by the Christchurch attacks.
How You Can Help with Flood Relief Efforts
March 18, 2019Share your Maverick Spirit by helping support those impacted by flooding.
Flag Lowering for Matthew Fenner
March 18, 2019The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Matthew Fenner who recently passed away.
Campus Resources For Those Impacted by Flooding
March 15, 2019We are here to provide support and ensure you are taken care of as part of our Maverick Family.
Flag Lowering for Diane Andrew
March 14, 2019The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Diane Andrew who recently passed away.
Deterrence, Assurance Conference Highlights Excellence in National Security
March 14, 2019More than 200 attendees traveled to the UNO campus on March 7 and 8 to take part in the Fourth Annual Deterrence and Assurance Academic Alliance Conference
UNO Names Ricardo Sanchez Employee of the Month
March 13, 2019Ricardo was nominated by his peers for hard work and willingness to help others.
UNO Student Honored As Newman Civic Fellow
March 12, 2019Maria L. Perez, a junior in the Business Administration Economics and Management program, has been honored for the selfless service she gives to her community and UNO.
UNO Graduate Programs Ranked Among Best in Field
March 12, 2019Students looking for exceptional education in public affairs will find just that at the University of Nebraska at Omaha according to the new 2020 “Best Graduate Schools Rankings” from U.S. News and World Report.
Stationery Refresh Puts "O" Front and Center
March 12, 2019As part of a University of Nebraska systemwide refresh, UNO letterhead, business cards and envelopes now have a new look.
Mavericks Reach Summit League Final
March 12, 2019Omaha will play in its second Summit League Championship Final in three years on March 12.
Maverick Presence Strong In 2019 WCA Tribute to Women
March 12, 2019Five UNO alumni will be honored at the 32nd annual Tribute to Women Awards.
UNO Students Design Next-Gen 3D Prosthetic Device
March 11, 2019Biomechanics students James Pierce and Keaton Young are already impacting the lives of children across Nebraska thanks to a new, low-cost 3D-printed upper-arm prosthetic device
Be A Champion for Engagement
March 11, 2019Find out how you can encourage fellow faculty and staff to improve engagement on campus.
UNO Featured by American Airlines
March 07, 2019American Way, American Airline’s in-flight magazine, featured the Omaha metro in its March 2019 issue, including UNO.
State Department Launches U.S.-India Higher Education Research Collaboration Initiative
March 07, 2019"Partnership 2020" is an initiative to build research partnerships between U.S. and Indian institutions in key 21st century academic fields.
Flag Lowering for Philip Vogel
March 07, 2019The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Philip Vogel who recently passed away.
The Maverick Minute | UNO Health Center
March 05, 2019Julie Kalasek discusses student care options with Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D.
The Maverick Minute | Re-Imagining U
March 05, 2019Chancellor Gold sits down with Laura Wakefield to discuss a collaborative employee training and development program is open to all UNO and UNMC employees.
The Maverick Minute | Maverick Food Pantry
March 05, 2019Kristina Cammarano joins Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D. for a discussion about UNO's Maverick Food Pantry.
The Maverick Minute | Growing UNO's Brand
March 05, 2019Makayla McMorris discusses her vision for UNO's brand with Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D.
President Bounds, NU Supporters Testify at Budget Hearing
March 04, 2019Joined by students, leaders in business and agriculture, and other supporters, University of Nebraska President Hank Bounds and Board of Regents Chairman Tim Clare asked the Legislature’s Appropriations Committee to invest in the future of the state by supporting affordable, quality education.
Flag Lowering for Dorothy Patach
March 04, 2019The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Dorothy Patach who recently passed away.
Buffett Institute Fellowship Supports UNO Student’s Early Childhood Brain Cell Development Research
March 01, 2019Doctoral candidate Andrew Riquier is testing drug therapy protocol targeting cells that could lead to future prevention and treatment of disorders such as autism.