December 2022 News Archive
UNO Names Chris Elston Employee of the Month
December 19, 2022Elston was recognized by his colleagues for his commitment to helping others as well as his vast knowledge of the paperwork needed to keep the university running smoothly.
Writing His Way: Overcoming the Pandemic
December 16, 2022December 2022 College of Information Science & Technology graduate Justin Rathbone leaned on his passion for creativity and UNO’s culture of student support to transform his future.
First Teacher Scholar Academy Student to Graduate in UNO’s December 2022 Grad Ceremony
December 16, 2022Papillion native Teagan Vaughan will be the first alumni of an innovative program that connects high-achieving teacher education students with teaching careers in Omaha.
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Alyssa Askeland Advisor of the Month
December 15, 2022Askeland was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.
UNO Joins Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve
December 13, 2022The University of Nebraska at Omaha will sign a statement of support on Tuesday to formally commit to, provide opportunities for, and recognize employees, current and future, who are members of the National Guard and Reserve.
Campus Efforts Save NU System Students $13 Million in Textbook Costs
December 13, 2022University of Nebraska (NU) System students have saved more than $13 million in textbook costs in recent years thanks to collective efforts of faculty and staff across the four campuses to expand access to more affordable digital course materials.
Lauren Miltenberger to Head UNO Advancement
December 08, 2022Lauren Miltenberger has been named the Vice President for UNO Advancement at the University of Nebraska Foundation. As head of advancement, she will lead all fundraising and alumni engagement activities for UNO. She will begin her role on Jan. 3, 2023.
UNO Developing the Next Generation of Female Environmentalists in Pakistan
December 06, 2022A new grant will help prepare women’s universities in Pakistan to better teach, conduct research, and develop environmental science practitioners.
Student Performance, Workforce Development Highlight UNO Strategic Plan to Increase Social, Economic Mobility
December 05, 2022Student performance and workforce development will serve as the two pillars of UNO’s strategic plan as shared by Chancellor Joanne Li at the university’s latest strategic planning forum.
Officers Andrew Sage, Rebecca Renz Earn Board of Regents KUDOS Award
December 03, 2022The two officers from the UNO/UNMC Department of Public Safety were recognized for their quick thinking, leadership, and calm under pressure in response to a tragic incident that occurred near the UNO campus.