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January 2020 News Release Archive

UNO Professor Shares How Cities Like Omaha Can Appeal to STEM Graduates

January 30, 2020

Omaha’s growing reputation for research, technology, and innovation comes at a time when demand for workers in STEM occupations is at an all-time high. Yet Omaha still has room to grow in terms of welcoming, cultivating, and advocating for STEM professionals.

Flag Lowering for James Fawcett

January 29, 2020

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree James Fawcett, who recently passed away.

Students Celebrate 2020, Year of the Rat, Far From Home

January 28, 2020

Students studying at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), far from their homes in China, celebrated the beginning of 2020, the Chinese New Year, and the Spring Festival this past weekend.

New Report Urges Need to Prioritize Nebraska's Early Childhood Workforce

January 28, 2020

UNO’s Nancy Edick and Catherine Lang will be part of a discussion panel regarding the report at a launch event on Jan. 30; livestream of event available.

UNO Dance Team Makes History at UDA Nationals

January 27, 2020

The 19-member team’s effort in Orlando led to the first dance division medal placement in team history.

NU Committee to Lead Retirement Plan 'Checkup'

January 27, 2020

The goal of the committee is to ensure current plans are serving the needs of employees. There are no changes being made to employee retirement benefits.

UNO Makes History at Nebraska Public Relations Awards Ceremony

January 24, 2020

Dozens of students, faculty and alumni were recognized among the best in the state for their work in the communications field at the 2020 Nebraska PRSA Paper Anvil Awards.

Candice Batton to Serve as Coordinator for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Faculty

January 20, 2020

Batton will be supported in this work by a faculty committee, consisting of individuals recommended by the deans.

Assistant Vice Chancellor for Inclusion Search Update

January 17, 2020

The current search for a single position at both UNO and UNMC is being suspended and searches for individual positions at each campus will move forward instead.

Weil Named Interim Title IX Coordinator

January 16, 2020

In the role, Weil will be responsible for leadership, compliance and oversight regarding statutes and regulations related to Title IX and sexual misconduct policies.

President Carter Applauds Proposed Scholarship Program

January 16, 2020

NU President Ted Carter thanked the governor for making student financial aid a priority in his mid-biennium budget adjustments.

Dean's, Chancellor's Lists Recognize Students for Academic Excellence in Fall 2019 Semester

January 16, 2020

Roughly 4,500 students are being recognized for their academic achievements during the Fall 2019 semester at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) with inclusion on the Chancellor's and/or Dean's List.

UNO Names Wendy Duerfeldt Schutte Director of Academic Budget

January 15, 2020

Duerfeldt Schutte holds a master's degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in educational administration with emphasis in higher education.

UNO, UNMC Faculty Get Global Engagement Grants

January 15, 2020

The grants are awarded to faculty from across the university who increase global perspectives in their on-campus courses and programs.

UNO Online Programs Ranked Among Best in Nation

January 14, 2020

The latest rankings of online programs by U.S. News & World Report names the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) among the nation’s best.

Flag Lowering for Russell Palmer

January 14, 2020

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Russell Palmer, who recently passed away.

Winter 2020 UNO Magazine Now Available

January 13, 2020

The most recent issue of the UNO Magazine, featuring a focus on the ways our alumni, faculty, staff and student work with the animal kingdom, hit homes earlier this month.

UNO Magazine: Walk This Way

January 13, 2020

UNO Biomechanics staff turn to squirrels, pigs, cockroaches and other insects and animals for insights that better human mobility and health.

UNO Magazine: Taming Wildlife Reservations

January 13, 2020

A local wildlife rescue organization turned to students from the College of Information Science & Technology at UNO to reign in an out-of-control reservation system. 

UNO Magazine: Santa Paws Gives Fido and Friends a Holiday to Remember

January 13, 2020

For 13 years, UNO PRSSA has made it easy for those in the Omaha community to make sure Spot, Rover and Fido are given as much attention as Rudolph, Donner and Blitzen. 

UNO Magazine: Nuts About Black Squirrels

January 13, 2020

How are melanistic squirrels, or black squirrels as most call them, expanding westward across the U.S.? Students in James Wilson's class are studying to find out.

UNO Magazine: More Collaborative Than A Barrel of Monkeys

January 13, 2020

In its fourth decade, UNO’s Callitrichid Research Center is strengthening research collaborations and exploring new questions about what marmosets can tell us about ourselves.

UNO Magazine: Heavenly Wind Among Saints and Sinners

January 13, 2020

UNO Geology Professor George Engelmann discovered a fossilized treasure trove — and a first-of-its-kind relative to the dinosaurs.

UNO Magazine: Furry Fashions

January 13, 2020

Thanks to the UNO Bookstore, pet owners can put the “O” in Fido. Early in 2019 the bookstore added pet clothing to its expansive list of UNO apparel available on campus and online.

UNO Magazine: Canine Connections

January 13, 2020

Is there something happening physiologically between people and pooches that makes this bond so close? In 2014, a team of UNO researchers was one of the first to observe a connection between species.

UNO Magazine: Betting On UNO

January 13, 2020

If you really want to Know the O, you need to know horses. For what today is a home for Mavericks — Scott Campus — once was a home for ponies — the Ak-Sar-Ben Race Track and Coliseum. 

Omaha North Senior Awarded 'Maverick in the Making' Scholarship

January 13, 2020

Desyree’ McGhee plans to pursue a degree that will help her change the conversation around seeking mental health treatment.

Maximize Your Student Fees at the UNO Health Center

January 13, 2020

Students, don’t waste your money by going off campus for health care when you can get many services you need at Nebraska Medicine UNO Health Center at no cost.

Flag Lowering for Willa Bruce

January 13, 2020

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Willa Bruce, who recently passed away.

Flag Lowering for Jean Elkon

January 13, 2020

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Jean Elkon, who recently passed away.

Embree Begins Role as Director of Budget and Fiscal Analysis

January 11, 2020

Embree will be responsible for overseeing, administering and managing UNO's campus-wide university budget and related reporting.

UNO Names Ana Gavia Employee of the Month

January 10, 2020

Ana was nominated by her peers for dedication and flexibility.

President’s Op-Ed: An Opportunity For a Statewide Conversation About the University’s Future

January 09, 2020

As we begin a new semester, hear from University of Nebraska President Ted Carter.

Message on Avoiding Email Scams

January 09, 2020

The UNO Department of Public Safety and Information Technology Services says to be on alert for potential email-based scams making the rounds.

UNO Drone Expert Huang Lends Expertise to Drone Mystery Coverage

January 08, 2020

As unexplained reports of drone sightings across Nebraska and eastern Colorado continue to garner national attention, a faculty expert in drone usage from the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) has helped provide perspective and insight into the mystery.

Flag Lowering for William Campbell

January 08, 2020

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree William Campbell, who recently passed away.

#NUforNE: How Biomechanics is Moving Nebraska in the Right Direction

January 08, 2020

The UNO Department of Biomechanics is bringing millions of dollars in grant money to Nebraska for its groundbreaking innovations in medical products.

Flag Lowering for Paul Hayduska

January 02, 2020

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Paul Hayduska who recently passed away.

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