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July 2020 News Release Archive

Nebraska Leads with Third Highest Census Response Rate in the U.S.

July 30, 2020

Nebraska residents have bested all states but Minnesota and Wisconsin with a 68.6% response rate in the 2020 Census data collection efforts, according to information released this week shared by UNO's Center for Public Affairs Research.

NCITE Featured on "Leading Nebraska" Podcast

July 30, 2020

Gina Ligon discusses how her team of expert researchers—both here in Nebraska and across the world—are keeping our country safe.

New Information for International Students in F-1 Status

July 29, 2020

The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) issued clarifying questions on July 24 for the Fall 2020 semester. International Programs will continue keep the campus community up to date as any future changes are made.

Remembering Gerry Machado

July 28, 2020

Machado, an adjunct Spanish instructor, recently passed away.

College Degree Within Reach for Union Pacific Employees

July 28, 2020

An innovative corporate partnership will allow Union Pacific employees to register for fall courses without out-of-pocket tuition costs, differing from traditional employer reimbursement programs requiring students to pay for classes up-front.

Remembering Margaret Zion

July 27, 2020

Zion, an accountant within the Controller’s Office, has recently passed away.

COVID-19 Informational Signs Available to Print, Download

July 27, 2020

Help spread the word on how to keep campus safe and protected from COVID-19.

UNO Choral Director Helping Music Educators Nationwide Keep the Music Alive in the Midst of a Pandemic

July 24, 2020

What started as a simple social media post about the future of music education during and after a pandemic has transformed into a nationwide effort to keep the music playing.

Digital Learning at UNO: Supporting Student Success

July 24, 2020

More than 15,000 students from across the world are part of the Maverick family with each and every member supported by UNO's faculty and staff as we navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by the Fall 2020 semester.

Taricka Burton Named Office of Multicultural Affairs Director

July 21, 2020

The UNO Division of Student Success announced that Taricka Burton has been named director of the Office of Multicultural Affairs. Burton has served as the office’s interim director since July 2019.

Remembering Lucille Brawner

July 20, 2020

Brawner, a retired employee within the Office of the University Registrar, has recently passed away.

Online Data Dashboard Shows COVID-19 Impact on Local Economy, Workers

July 16, 2020

The Dashboard, a project of UNO's Center for Public Affairs Research, provides data visualizations and key insights on the state’s economic health through the COVID-19 pandemic and into recovery.

UNO, NU Respond to Rescinding of SEVP Guidance

July 15, 2020

A recent policy directive requiring international students to take some in-person classes to remain in the country was rescinded on July 14.

Open Source Community Health Project Expands Private Funding with UNO and MU

July 15, 2020

Researchers at UNO and the University of Missouri (MU) are collectively receiving over $1.6M in private funding to advance research and practice regarding open source community health and sustainability.

The Maverick Minute: Sarah Edwards

July 14, 2020

Sarah Edwards, UNO Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, joins Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold to discuss how UNO faculty and staff worked with students to achieve academic success through the spring and summer.

Gretna Graduate Awarded ‘Maverick in the Making’ Scholarship

July 13, 2020

With a passion for community service and academics, Gretna's Cole Dostal is ready to fly high - literally - as an incoming Aviation student.

Digital Learning at UNO: Succeeding Through a Continuum of Instruction

July 13, 2020

Posed with unforeseen challenges due to COVID-19 this spring, faculty at UNO found opportunity and success in leveraging digital learning tools and pedagogies that are ensuring a stable foundation for Fall 2020.

Student Government Survey on Academic Calendar Changes

July 11, 2020

UNO Student Government is seeking student feedback regarding the proposed idea of adding a term to the academic calendar. Complete the anonymous survey by July 19.

CBA Faculty Member Recognized Twice for Efforts in Accounting

July 08, 2020

Roopa Venkatesh, Ph.D., CMA, was awarded the 2020 R. Lee Brummet Distinguished Award for Educators as well as the 2020 Champion Award from the Institute of Management Accountants.

A Message from Chancellor Gold: Updates to Budget Process and Timeline

July 08, 2020

UNO Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., provides details on how and when UNO will approach budget challenges.

Remembering William Petrowski

July 07, 2020

Petrowski, a retired professor within the Department of History, has recently passed away.

STEM TRAIL Center Outreach Programs

July 06, 2020

The STEM TRAIL Center supports UNO’s broad array of outreach programs for STEM activities.

NBDC Seeks to Lessen the Impact of COVID-19 On Businesses

July 06, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic impacts Nebraska businesses, the Nebraska Business Development Center has been offering assistance.

Remote Service Learning Provides Unique Experiences, Opportunities

July 01, 2020

As faculty and staff look ahead to Fall 2020, the UNO Service Learning Academy is using the successes of this past spring as a blueprint.

National Counterterrorism, Innovation, Technology, and Education Center (NCITE) Launches at UNO

July 01, 2020

This national research hub, funded by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as a Center of Excellence, launched at UNO on July 1.

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