August 2021 News Archive
Chancellor Li: Helping Each Other After Hurricane Ida
August 31, 2021Li: "We might not be physical neighbors to those states impacted by the storm, but many members of our Maverick community have ties to this region. With this in mind, I ask all of us to be kind to each other, offer support to those who need it, and take care of ourselves, as well, in the coming days."
University of Nebraska (NU) System Has Record Year in Philanthropic Support
August 30, 2021Gifts supported many UNO programs and initiatives.
Flag Lowering for Penny Nordahl
August 30, 2021The UNO flag will be lowered on Tuesday, Aug. 31, in memory of Nordahl, who passed away on Aug. 21, 2021, at the age of 82.
UNO Experts on Afghanistan Offer Support, Insight Amid Crisis
August 25, 2021Local, national, and international media outlets have relied on the analysis and expertise from staff within UNO's Center for Afghanistan Studies following the Taliban's rapid takeover of Afghanistan.
UNO Names Joni Fichtl Employee of the Month
August 24, 2021Fichtl was nominated for her stellar logistical skills and ability to work with a wide variety of audiences in her role as operations coordinator of the Thompson Alumni Center.
Chancellor Li: It's Our Time
August 23, 2021In a message to students, faculty, and staff on the first day of the semester, UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, welcomed all Mavericks calling it "a new day filled with endless possibilities."
Employees Can Go 'Back to School' at UNO
August 23, 2021The new semester isn't just an opportunity for students! Learn how to continue your education at reduced cost while working at UNO.
UNO Academic Advising Council Names December Lange-Treacy Advisor of the Month
August 20, 2021Lange-Treacy was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.
Flag Lowering for Joanne Lofton
August 20, 2021The UNO flag will be lowered Monday, Aug. 23, in memory of Lofton, who passed away on Aug. 8, 2021, at the age of 84.
Washington Post: Why Omaha, NCITE at UNO are Perfect Fit for Transforming Counterterrorism
August 18, 2021Washington Post reporter Hannah Allam recently visited NCITE at UNO and wrote a wide-ranging story on counterterrorism efforts headquartered in UNO's Mammel Hall.
Flag Lowering for Mary Lickteig
August 18, 2021The UNO flag will be lowered on Thursday, Aug. 19, in memory of Lickteig, who passed away on Aug. 6, 2021, at the age of 85.
Chancellor Li: Supporting Haiti
August 17, 2021Li: "Reach out to those who may be impacted by these tragic events and look for ways to support."
Chancellor Li Announces New Leadership Roles, Position Searches
August 17, 2021Chancellor Li announced a series of changes to the Office of the Chancellor reporting structure and new executive level position searches at the campus leadership level.
Chancellor Li: Supporting Those Impacted by Events in Afghanistan
August 16, 2021Li: "Today the UNO family extends our love and offers support to all who have been impacted by recent events in Afghanistan."
Nik Stevensen Earns Board of Regents KUDOS Award
August 16, 2021Stevensen, who serves as research technician and program coordinator for the NE STEM 4U project for the University of Nebraska STEM TRAIL Center, was recognized for his leadership in expanding STEM education in the community and focus on increasing diversity in STEM fields.
Changes in Office of Institutional Effectiveness
August 14, 2021T. Hank Robinson, Ph.D., who has served as director of UNO's Office of Institutional Effectiveness since 2013, is stepping down from the role; Andrew Jacobsen will serve as interim director until a search can be completed.
Research Uncovers How Squirrels Learn to Leap, Parkour, and Land Without Falling
August 11, 2021Nathaniel Hunt, Ph.D., an assistant professor of Biomechanics at UNO, led a series of experiments to understand the agility of squirrels as they leap and land in branches of trees.
Meisels Announces Retirement from Buffett Early Childhood Institute
August 10, 2021Samuel J. Meisels, Ed.D., founding director of the University of Nebraska's Buffett Early Childhood Institute, will step down next December.
Getting to Know Chancellor Li
August 06, 2021Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, talked about how her past – both personally and professionally – will impact her leadership priorities at UNO in her first interviews with Omaha-area media since officially becoming Chancellor.
Chancellor Li: Supporting the UNO Center for Afghanistan Studies
August 05, 2021Li: "This is a solemn reminder that we in Omaha are part of a truly global community, and that we must always work to promote understanding and compassion over anger and violence."