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In a move to expand access to an affordable education, the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is eliminating entirely the application fee required for undergraduate admission consideration, enabling more future Mavericks to apply fee free for admission to the university.

A new effort led by researchers at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) seeks to provide an overview of labor trafficking in Nebraska and provide actionable items on how the state can improve identification and responses. The two-year project began in July and is funded by a roughly $500k grant from the Howard G. Buffett Foundation.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) has saved students nearly $5 million since 2018 through its efforts to make college textbooks and course materials more affordable as part of the University of Nebraska System’s Open Nebraska initiative.

Kole was recognized by his colleagues after demonstrating continued dedication to providing an inclusive, welcoming, and safe environment for housing residents.

Kohout will continue to serve as UNO’s chief of government and community relations.

The UNO flag will be lowered on Monday, Aug. 7, in memory of retiree David Kline.

Innovative ideas that stretch from rich farmlands to high-tech medical and computer labs have again landed the University of Nebraska System (NU) among the world’s leading academic institutions for earning U.S. patents.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library has become home to the Special Kripke-Veret Collection, a hallmark selection of primarily scholarly Jewish works. The collection was donated by the Jewish Federation of Omaha (JFO).

As a part of the UNO utility project, M.U.D. will require a temporary natural gas shutdown on Tuesday, Aug. 8.

University of Nebraska System (NU) President Ted Carter has announced that he has awarded the Presidential Medal of Service to Bryan Slone, president of the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

University of Nebraska (NU) System President Ted Carter announced today that he has named Kristen Hassebrook, a Nebraska attorney with more than a decade of experience in advocacy and policy at the local, state and federal levels, as NU’s new chief lobbyist and associate vice president for government relations.

Serving as the educational representative for the state of Nebraska on a trade mission to Vietnam, Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, partnered with Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen to build international relationships, bolstering opportunities for recruitment, study abroad, and collaboration between institutions.

High school students from 16 area high schools comprised the cast and crew of a production of "Footloose" that hit the stage in late June and early July as part of the UNOTheatre Summer Musical Theatre Academy.

UNO alumni Zander Gibney has been awarded a Fellowship worth $8,500 by The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi—the nation's oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Gibney is one of 62 recipients nationwide to receive a Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship.

Beginning in Fall 2023, UNO will begin to offer microcredential programs. These flexible, affordable, and accessible new course offerings enable learners to increase their knowledge of in-demand skills through short-form non-credit courses.

The weeklong trade mission begins July 9 and includes multiple stops throughout the country.

Mike Boeve made history one last time Sunday night when he became the highest draft pick in Omaha Baseball history after the Milwaukee Brewers picked him in the second round and 54th overall.

The UNO flag will be lowered on Monday, July 10, in memory of retiree Judith Milner.

Making the jump to the major leagues is no small task, but thanks to work with the UNO Pitching Lab in the Department of Biomechanics, a UNO doctoral student is getting a taste of professional baseball.

Furman was recognized by her colleagues for her support of faculty and staff in their efforts to advise and retain students.

Krueger was recognized by his colleagues for his outstanding dedication to support many key programs that help many Mavericks thrive.

Five projects by researchers across UNO received a combined $1.7 million in funding to boost training and recruitment of behavioral health professionals.

The UNO flag will be lowered on Monday, June 26, in memory of student Andrew McNally.

‘Five-point plan’ reimagines university for the future.

Ahead of his presentation to the University of Nebraska Board of Regents on June 22, University of Nebraska (NU) System President Ted Carter provided an update on the system's budget and future.

Cook was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.

The University of Nebraska will need to implement a bold plan to strategically redeploy its resources in order to close its budget shortfall while advancing its highest priorities of affordability, academic competitiveness and operational efficiency, under a recommended 2023-24 budget released today by President Ted Carter.

Vice Adm., Navy (Ret.) Ted Carter, president of the University of Nebraska System (NU), has been appointed to and elected chairman of the Board of Directors for the National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) at the University of Nebraska.

A new era of Omaha Soccer has arrived with the installation of a brand-new pitch at Caniglia Field.

At the University of Nebraska at Omaha, empowering learners starts with increasing social mobility for students, families, and the community.

Omaha philanthropists Barbara and Wally Weitz have made a $25 million gift commitment to invest in strategic priorities and leadership at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) and redevelop a historic building at the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture (NCTA) in Curtis, Nebraska, to support student growth and success.

With a heightened focus on student-athletes' needs and to proactively adhere to the new NCAA D1 holistic student-athlete model, Omaha Athletics has established goals to facilitate an environment that reinforces the priority of mental health in addition to physical health within athletics.

A new study conducted by UNO researchers found that mobile vulnerable populations in Omaha saw increased needs for mental health, substance use disorders, and childcare services as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Williams was recognized by his colleagues for his proactive and engaged approach to ensuring the everyday events, gatherings, and meetings at the Milo Bail Student Center go smoothly.

With higher education at a crossroads, the University of Nebraska must find ways to reimagine itself in order to become a stronger and more competitive institution even as it navigates new fiscal realities of rising costs and muted revenue growth, President Ted Carter said Wednesday.

NU System President Ted Carter thanked the governor for supporting the funding levels approved by the Appropriations Committee and full Legislature.

How DérNecia Phillips’ philosophy of holding on to the important things supported her journey to earning a doctorate in educational leadership.

On Friday, 1,657 students graduated earned degrees from UNO and began the next stages in their professional journey. Family, friends, and the Maverick family cheered them on as they crossed the stage and welcomed them as UNO’s newest alumni.

The two-year package now moves to Gov. Jim Pillen for consideration.

Ford was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.

UNO was recognized for its volunteerism and support for the 3,000 students in the organization’s network.

With two UNO commencement ceremonies and three NSAA State Baseball championships, it will be a busy day at and around Baxter Arena and Maverick Park; May 19.

The UNO flag will be lowered on Thursday, May 18, in memory of retiree Charles "C.J." Brown.

Felipe Blanco, Ph.D. came to UNO to study the social dynamics at the heart of public problems and solutions and found a community that supported his passion to better understand issues around equity, identity, and representation.

Growing up in northern Iraq, Maysaa Kalei never expected to graduate from college despite her strong academic performance. Now she finds herself preparing to earn her degree in business administration with concentrations in economics and international business from the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s (UNO) College of Business Administration (CBA).

A panel of UNO leaders provided an update on strategic planning and receive feedback from the campus community.

Abigail Faris was selected as one of 154 students for the 2023 Newman Civic Fellowship.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) will celebrate its newest alumni as graduates receive their degrees at the May 2023 commencement ceremonies to be held on Friday, May 19 at UNO's Baxter Arena.

The Mavericks have been selected for the Baton Rouge Regional hosted by LSU, and will open NCAA Tournament play against the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns on Friday, May 19.

UNO has a limited number of student tickets available. In August, students will get access to a form to request tickets on a first come first serve basis. Students will receive an e-mail in the fall with instructions.

The UNO flag will be lowered on Friday, May 12, in memory of retiree Rodney Lloyd Oberle.

Four Omaha Athletics teams earned recognition for going above and beyond in their community service efforts.

Neal will work with campus units to develop budget plans and financial strategies.

The "In the Beginning: The Artist Samuel Bak" exhibition has been extended through July 16, 2023.

On May 4, President Hakim Lotoro, Vice President Nate Ostdiek, and Chief of Staff Alessandra Garofalo were sworn into office.

The UNO University Honors Program features faculty from every college on campus. These faculty members teach Honors-only sections of general education courses and unique Honors colloquia offerings each semester, striving for excellence in and out of the classroom.

George Grispos, Ph.D., brings forward NebraskaCYBR’s cyber operations and cyber defense accredited teaching and research capabilities. Throughout the next decade his primary concern is securing agricultural systems and equipment to avoid such technologies being used in criminal and terrorist activities.

Nebraska Congressman Don Bacon honored the achievements and contributions of local Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) leaders within the Omaha community at UNO’s Thompson Alumni Center.

University of Nebraska (NU) System President Ted Carter has released a new set of sustainability measures for the system, drawn from input and ideas from an 80-member team of faculty, staff and students from across the campuses.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) Maverick community is mourning the loss of Lou Ann Weber, who passed away on April 26th at the age of 91.

Swisher's nominators describe her as an advisor that is an amazing problem-solver and fierce student advocate.

Supporting the tech revolution in Nebraska starts with filling the tech workforce pipeline. Martha Garcia-Murillo, Ph.D., dean of UNO’s College of Information Science and Technology, understands the importance of reducing barriers to entry in the tech field, connecting students with scholarships and internship opportunities early in their college career.

The coalition, called the Council on Higher Education as a Strategic Asset, is made up of about 40 leaders in U.S. higher education, government, business, the nonprofit sector and the military. The group will spend the next year developing recommendations for how higher education can best adapt to help states and the country remain competitive.

A new program offered by UNO’s College of Information Science & Technology (IS&T) to provide students with exposure to different fields and career opportunities in the tech industry is gaining attention in Omaha.

University of Nebraska System (NU) President Ted Carter announced that the Health Careers Resource Center at the University of Nebraska at Omaha is the recipient of the 2023 Inclusive Excellence Collaboration Award.

Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Phil He, Ph.D., served as the event’s guest speaker. During his presentation, He discussed leadership development by sharing the story of his career journey.

Elias was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.

On April 24, recognitions and awards were handed out by UNO’s Staff Advisory Council, Faculty Senate, and Academic Advising Council to celebrate employee contributions to the campus over the past year.

Luna was recognized by her colleagues for wealth of knowledge, dependability, and determination to go above and beyond for UNO’s students.

The second iteration of UNO’s Future of Work Symposium Series focused on the rise of chatbots and artificial intelligence (AI), its growing role in society and the workplace, and the opportunities and threats facing the use of AI and automation.

From April 17 through April 19, 2023, members of the UNO student body cast their ballots for their new President/Regent, Vice President, Chief of Staff, and Student Senators. Students elected during this period will represent students for the next year.

The award recognizes individual faculty members who have demonstrated meritorious and sustained records of excellence and creativity in teaching. Betty Love, Ph.D., has been dedicated to teaching innovation throughout her 30-plus year career at UNO.

Derrick Fox, DMA, director of choral activities and distinguished associate professor of music at UNO, received an invitation from Manhattan Concert Productions to participate in the concert of a lifetime: to lead a choir comprised of singers from all over the nation in a performance at Carnegie Hall in New York City.

Sayonnah Mandal, Ph.D., lecturer in interdisciplinary informatics, published an article through The Conversation discussing the potential for passkeys to soon replace passwords for a more secure online experience.

Learn more about the pilot by registering to attend the “Creating a Culture of Faculty Coaching” event; April 28.

An eighth Maverick has now been nationally recognized as a pioneer in the fields of natural science, mathematics, and engineering by earning a prestigious Barry Goldwater Scholarship Award. Abby Swoboda is the only University of Nebraska awardee this year.

The authors shared the evolution of their writing styles, their philanthropic efforts, and passion for storytelling.

St. Clair was recognized by her colleagues for her outstanding commitment to ensure that all are welcome, comfortable, and supported within our campus community.

Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, led the presentation during Friday’s Board of Regents meeting on UNO’s campus.

The University of Nebraska System Regents toured UNO to experience the cutting-edge research taking place in key fields.

UNO students and leadership joined their NU System peers for a day of advocacy at the State Capitol Building.

The College of Education, Health and Human Sciences (CEHHS) at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is working to help bridge a gap in educator training when it comes to serving K-12 students with dyslexia.

The UNO flag will be lowered on Wednesday, April 5, in memory of retiree Arcides "Art" José de Jesús Cabrera.

The “Chapters for Change" book drive, hosted by the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) chapter, seeks new and gently used books for kindergarten through 12th grade.

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

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’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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

The UNO flag will be lowered on Monday, Feb. 27, in memory of retiree Thomas Ryan.

Taylor was recognized by his colleagues for the excellent care he takes in caring for the UNO campus so that all Mavericks and visitors have a great experience.

The UNO flag will be lowered on Tuesday, Feb. 21, in memory of Omaha Hockey Assistant Coach Paul Jerrard.

UNO leaders and Sodexo representatives will provide an overview of the new dining services contract as well as Sodexo’s implementation process and the long-term vision for Dodge Campus dining. NOTE: To accommodate more attendees, the March 21 session has a new time.

Bollich was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.

The inaugural Hero of the Heartland event, hosted by UNO’s Office of Multicultural Affairs and UNO’s Military-Connected Resource Center, honored a World War II hero whose acts have been largely forgotten for decades.

Smith was recognized by his colleagues for his excellent leadership and dedication to building an outstanding reputation within the University and the Greater Omaha Community.

Facing significant fiscal headwinds, the University of Nebraska System will need to think more creatively about how to best use its limited resources so it can continue to meet the needs of students and the state, President Ted Carter said Friday.

The Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities (CUMU) is proud to announce that Josie Gatti Schafer, Ph.D., has been named the 2023 CUMU-Philadelphia Fed Research Fellow.

Starting in March, UNO DAY 1 will focus on helping new employees feel connected earlier, help them understand their roles faster, and help them embrace the UNO culture more completely.

The UNO flag will be lowered on Tuesday, Feb. 7, in memory of Baxter Arena employee Bruce Glenn Ruhge.

In March, the UNO Concert Choir will perform at Carnegie Hall, one of the most renowned performance venues in the world.

Marcia Adler, Ph.D., is passionate about her community. She’s also passionate about keeping her community healthy.

Austin, a UNO graduate, will be responsible for leading recruitment and admissions at the undergraduate level.

With the agriculture industry moving more towards technology, farmers young and old need to be aware of how cyber-attacks can affect the farms.

Austin was recognized by her colleagues for her strong leadership, deep empathy, and push to remember that students are the heart of UNO’s mission.

Increasing social mobility and providing inclusive access to higher education and experiential learning opportunities were the highlights of a recent interview with UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA.

Nuri Heckler, Ph.D., assistant professor of public administration at UNO, authored an article for The Conversation exploring the origins of foundations used by wealthy individuals to control the spending of their money long after their deaths.

UNO is focusing on internships and other experiential learning opportunities that help their students and the community at the same time. Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, is excited about the possibilities—and the way that UNO can serve as a facilitator in meeting workforce needs.

The grand opening day will include tours and an evening event featuring the artist Samuel Bak.

Beck was nominated by his peers for his dedication to student success.

The UNO flag will be lowered on Tuesday, January 17, in memory of UNO School of Accounting lecturer Steven Nath.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City announced today that University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, has been appointed to serve a three-year term on its Omaha Branch Board of Directors.

An ongoing Stanford University study examining the impact and citations of all researchers has identified eight current and former UNO faculty who rank among the top two percent of researchers in the world in their fields.

Queso burritos, Frappuccinos, waffle fries, and expanded dietary options will be served on campus at UNO through a new dining services contract with Sodexo, which was approved in early December by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents.

UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA has authored a new op-ed demonstrating how UNO and higher education as an industry have both an opportunity and a responsibility to respond to community needs and increase the social mobility of all learners.