June 2021 News Archive
Sarah Weil Earns Board of Regents KUDOS Award
June 29, 2021Weil, Title IX Coordinator for UNO, was recognized for going above and beyond by leading several important updates to campus Title IX policies including the development of a unifying policy and procedure document for the University of Nebraska system.
MCC, UNO, UNMC Announce Network to Improve Student Success
June 29, 2021The network creates a more closely aligned higher education model that will improve student success between and among the three institutions.
Chancellor Gold Shares Heartfelt Thanks With UNO
June 28, 2021In his heartfelt message to the university community, UNO Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., thanked Mavericks for what he called a life-changing experience.
The Brave New World of Geoengineering
June 24, 2021The threat of climate change has challenged the world to find new and innovative ways to reverse its effects. However, actions that benefit one region may take a toll on another, meaning that curing the earth starts with building global relationships.
Nebraska Places in Top Five Nationally for Census Self-Response
June 24, 2021David Drozd, research coordinator for the UNO Center for Public Affairs Research, sat down with "Consider This" host Cathy Wyatt to talk about the 2020 census results.
‘A Position of Strength’: Tuition Freeze, Strategic Investments Highlight 2021-22 University Budget
June 21, 2021The NU System will freeze tuition across the system and invest in strategic priorities including student aid, faculty competitiveness and building maintenance under a proposed 2021-22 operating budget announced by President Ted Carter.
University of Nebraska Cracks Top 100 in U.S. Patent Tally
June 21, 2021For the fourth consecutive year, the University of Nebraska system is ranked among the world's top 100 institutions for securing U.S. patents to protect the research and discoveries of its faculty.
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Sean Treacy Advisor of the Month
June 18, 2021Treacy was nominated by his peers for his dedication to student success.
Which Team Will Win the CWS? The Data Points to a Champion
June 17, 2021Anyone can guess which of the eight teams will hoist the trophy, but a UNO faculty member has a method based in data that has seen success.
UNO Names Carolyn Schwinck Employee of the Month
June 16, 2021Schwinck was nominated for her ability to manage important contracts and listener donations for the UNO-based KVNO radio station as well as ensuring that local and federal public broadcasting rules and regulations are maintained.
UNO Partnerships Drive Counterterrorism Efforts, Identification of Fallen Service Members
June 11, 2021UNO's partnerships with federal agencies bring Mavericks into important military and national security research.
UNO Scholarship Program Equips Students for Success
June 10, 2021Nearly 50 years after its inception, the Goodrich Program at UNO boasts 1,900 alumni who have gone on to become business leaders, educators, medical professionals, elected officials and others having a positive impact on the state.
UNO Aims to Fulfill Nebraska Workforce Needs Through STEM Education Statewide
June 10, 2021If students knew that what they learned in STEM courses could make a difference in the world and their community, would they pursue related careers?
Maverick Food Pantry Helps Community Members in Need
June 09, 2021The pantry is available to currently enrolled students at UNO, UNMC, and CSM; Avenue Scholars students; and currently employed faculty and staff members at UNO.
Community Partnerships Drive UNO’s Impact in Nebraska and Beyond
June 04, 2021True to its mission as a metropolitan institution, UNO is proud to call Nebraska home while also transforming and improving the quality of life locally, nationally, and globally.
UNO OLLAS Study First to Examine Human Trafficking for Foreign-Born Latin Americans in Nebraska
June 03, 2021UNO researchers are releasing the findings of a new study on labor and sex trafficking among Nebraska’s foreign-born Latin American population.
High Altitude Balloons Return to Near-Space from UNO
June 03, 2021Students from the University of Nebraska at Omaha have once again sent experiments to near-space through two high-altitude balloon launches – this time in support of a unique opportunity to launch a small satellite into orbit.
UNO Centers Drive and Measure Economic Impact Amid Pandemic
June 02, 2021As the state grappled with challenges presented by pandemic, Nebraska businesses and public officials received much needed data, resources, and support from the Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) and the Center for Public Affairs Research (CPAR), both housed at UNO.
Social Work Students Help Homeless Populations Amid Pandemic
June 02, 2021Practicum students within UNO’s Grace Abbott School of Social Work have played a key role in helping a local homeless shelter continue serving clients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Call for Nominations: Ombuds Services Director
June 02, 2021Ombuds Services is a resource for faculty, staff, and students with conflicts, problems, and concerns that are university related; nominations are due June 30.