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November 2021 News Release Archive

UNO Welcomes Sri Lankan Journalist, Activist Through Artist Protection Fund

November 30, 2021

A Sri Lankan journalist, poet, and writer under threat of persecution and violence in her home country will continue her passionate work in a safer environment at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO).

Presidential Graduate Fellowships Awarded to Two Mavericks

November 24, 2021

University of Nebraska System President Ted Carter has announced the recipients of the 2021-2022 Presidential Graduate Fellowships.

Flag Lowering for Clifford Jones

November 22, 2021

The UNO flag will be lowered on Tuesday, Nov. 23, in memory of Jones, a UNO retiree, who passed away on Saturday, Sep. 25, 2021, at the age of 75.

UNO Earns 2021 Heart Association Workplace Award

November 19, 2021

The campus received a Bronze Award as one of the American Heart Association's healthiest workplaces based on seven different categories of organizational best practices.

Maverick Volleyball Earns First-Ever Regular Season Conference Title

November 19, 2021

Following its first regular-season Summit League title, UNO volleyball will be the number one seed at the Summit League Volleyball Championships; Nov. 25-27

UNO Academic Advising Council Names Katie Larson Advisor of the Month

November 18, 2021

Larson was nominated by her peers for his dedication to student success.

NU System and DHS Partner to Grow Nation’s Homeland Security Workforce

November 18, 2021

This new partnership agreement is aimed at growing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) workforce in key areas related to national security and other pertinent homeland security missions.

STEM TRAIL Center and Service Learning Academy: Writing Workshops Series

November 16, 2021

Three half-day writing workshops on developing manuscripts focused on showcasing data from service-learning teaching or research to wider audiences; indicate interest by Nov. 30.

Adrian Dowell Named UNO Vice Chancellor of Athletics

November 15, 2021

The University of Nebraska at Omaha announced today that Adrian Dowell will serve as its next vice chancellor of athletics.

UNO Awarded Gold Seal for Excellent Student Voter Engagement

November 15, 2021

Students at UNO are being recognized for exceptional political engagement, greatly surpassing college students' national average voting participation rate.

UNO Names Allison Johnson Employee of the Month

November 12, 2021

Johnson, lead transition teacher for the UNO Child Care Center, was nominated for her communication skills; how she cares for the Center's children and their parents; as well as fostering a safe and nurturing environment.

Blair High School Senior Awarded 'Maverick in the Making' Scholarship

November 12, 2021

The Maverick in the Making Scholarship recognizes high school seniors like Kolton Hammer who make a difference in their communities, go against the grain, and explore without the fear of failing.

IS&T Faculty, Students Develop Next-Generation Workforce 'Network'

November 11, 2021

Quantum computing and quantum cryptography are revolutionary technologies with the potential for worldwide impact. The key to unlocking our nation's quantum workforce? It already exists on the UNO campus.

Chancellor Li: Investing in Veterans Means Investing in Nebraska’s Future

November 11, 2021

As Nebraska’s urban university, it is the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s duty to meet our state’s workforce needs and be an engine for growth. Our military and veteran students at UNO are a vital part of the equation toward a stronger Omaha and a stronger Nebraska.

Proposed New Policy: Inclement Weather

November 08, 2021

A proposed new policy that specifies campus-specific guidance during weather-related impacts to operations is open for review and comment; until Dec. 9.

Chancellor Li Announces UNO Business and Finance, Human Resources Updates

November 08, 2021

Jim Kamm will serve as interim vice chancellor for Business and Finance, and OPPD’s Steven Kerrigan will lead UNO Human Resources.

Omaha Athletics Continues Partnership with Institute for Urban Development (4urban.org)

November 05, 2021

Omaha Athletics is continuing its partnership with 4Urban to collect DEAI stories directly from UNO student athletes and develop "Ambassadors for Equity."

Latvian Delegation Visits UNO to Discuss Deterrence, Defense

November 02, 2021

Delegates from Latvia joined Congressman Don Bacon in visiting UNO on Monday to discuss the Baltic nation’s defense, deterrence efforts, and collaboration with the United States.

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