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March 2023 News Release Archive

UNO Names Sharon Larsen Employee of the Month, March 2023

March 31, 2023

Larsen was recognized by her colleagues for her extensive UNO knowledge, collaboration, and hands-on approach to event management.

Seyyid Shares Her Journey to UNO

March 31, 2023

After being persecuted in her home country, Sharmila Seyyid sought refuge with the Institute of International Education’s Artist Protection Fund (IIE-APF) and eventually found a welcoming place in the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO).

UNO to Launch OUR Tuition, Expanding Affordable Tuition Rates to Students in 11 States

March 28, 2023

UNO’s Omaha Urban Rate Tuition program, or OUR Tuition, will enhance UNO’s overall recruitment efforts by providing many current and prospective students outside of Nebraska with affordable access to attend UNO.

Top Projects Announced from the 2023 Student Research and Creative Activity Fair

March 27, 2023

On Friday, March 24, Mavericks presented their work as part of the 15th Annual Student Research and Creative Activity Fair. At the conclusion of the fair, 21 undergraduate and graduate students were recognized as developing the best among this year's projects.

New Flight Simulator to Prep Future 737 Pilots at UNO

March 22, 2023

A new flight simulator housed within the Aviation Institute at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) will provide students with critical experience in preparation for careers flying the Boeing 737 – one of the most widely used passenger aircraft.

UNO Academic Advising Council Names Lyndsey Rice Advisor of the Month

March 17, 2023

Rice was nominated by her peers for her commitment and dedication towards student success.

Lutte Speaks to Congressional Committee on Strengthening the Aviation Workforce

March 17, 2023

Lutte appeared alongside several other expert witnesses on Thursday to provide testimony before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Guo: QR Code Usage Up 300% Since 2017

March 17, 2023

Lei Guo, Ph.D., assistant professor in UNO’s School of Communication, spoke with WOWT about the history behind QR codes and how they've increased in use beginning with the COVID-19 pandemic.

UNO’s ONE STEM to Boost Nebraska’s STEM Workforce Through Community Project

March 14, 2023

A new community project, made possible by appropriations from the U.S. Department of Education, will see the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) play a critical role in shaping the state’s future workforce in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields.

Flag Lowering for Janet West

March 13, 2023

The UNO flag will be lowered on Tuesday, March 14, in memory of emeritus retiree Janet West.

#NUforNE: Preventing Violent Acts Through Chatbots

March 08, 2023

Joel Elson, Ph.D, has teamed up with Erin Kearns, Ph.D., on a chatbot that walks users through identifying and reporting suspicious activity—which they hope will improve the quality and quantity of reporting.

Maverick Food Pantry Partners With Nebraska Diaper Bank

March 06, 2023

Through collaboration with the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center and the Women and Gender Equity Center at UNO, the Maverick Food Pantry recently became a Nebraska Diaper Bank partner.

Carter, Supporters Testify on NU System Budget Request

March 03, 2023

Joined by supporters from across the state, University of Nebraska System President Ted Carter on Friday asked state senators to fully fund a “modest and prudent” two-year budget request that would help the university continue to deliver affordable excellence in the face of fiscal challenges.

General Education Reform: Reimagining the Possibilities

March 03, 2023

The UNO community is encouraged to learn more and participate in the reform process; open forums March 20 & 28.

NU System President Ted Carter: As Nebraska Looks to Grow, the University Offers a Powerful ROI

March 02, 2023

In a new op-ed, University of Nebraska (NU) System President Carter speaks to the value of the system and its impact on the state of Nebraska.

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