March 2025 News Archive
UNO Biomechanics Director Nick Stergiou Named AAAS Fellow
March 27, 2025Nikolaos Stergiou, Ph.D., has received one of the top honors in science for shaping how the world understands human movement and biomechanics.
UNO Names Joe Hobza Employee of the Month, March 2025
March 27, 2025Hobza was praised for his adaptability, strong work ethic, and positive influence within the custodial team.
UNO Launches New Experts Website to Connect Public with Faculty Experts
March 25, 2025The website connects journalists with faculty experts across a wide array of fields, providing fast, easy access to credible sources.
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Spencer French Advisor of the Month
March 25, 2025French was nominated by his peers for his dedication to student success.
Increasing Digital Accessibility at UNO
March 25, 2025With newly revised federal regulations under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we must take immediate steps to meet accessibility requirements and remove digital barriers for all users. All UNO digital content must meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA by April 24, 2026.
Former TRAC Participant and UNO Student Finds Success and Support as a Paralegal
March 23, 2025Benji Frith’s path from incarceration to a full-time student working in the community highlights the transformative power of education and the support he received at UNO.
#15 Mavericks Fall to #2 St. John's in NCAA Tournament First Round
March 21, 2025The game capped a historic season for Omaha that included winning a program-best 22 games and capturing both the Summit League regular season and tournament championships.
Durango Takes Center Court: Meet UNO's Mascot
March 19, 2025As UNO’s mascot, I’ve been bringing the Maverick spirit for decades. Now, with the Omaha basketball team heading to March Madness, I’m ready to show off my moves and celebrate alongside the team!
From Trash Cans to March Madness: 10 Things to Know About UNO
March 18, 2025Omaha Basketball took college hoops by storm as a trash can smashing Cinderella story, but UNO is also making noise off the court.
UNO Expert Jane Liu Weighs in on New Nebraska Legislation to Strengthen Consumer Protections in Crypto
March 18, 2025KETV features insights from UNO’s Jane Liu, Ph.D., on new legislation aimed at enhancing consumer protections against fraud in the cryptocurrency industry.
UNO Chancellor Joanne Li Highlights University Achievements on KMTV’s Morning Lift
March 18, 2025KMTV’s Morning Lift segment features a campus tour with UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA.
Let's Dance! #15 Omaha's First-Ever March Madness Matchup Set
March 16, 2025#15 Omaha to face #2 St. John's in Providence, Rhode Island.
UNO to Test Emergency Notification System During Statewide Tornado Drill March 26
March 14, 2025During this test, all faculty, staff, and students will receive a tornado warning test alert, and participate in a mock tornado drill.
UNO Leverages NCAA Tournament Spotlight to Boost National Profile
March 13, 2025KETV highlights UNO’s efforts to capitalize on the Men's Basketball team’s historic season and upcoming NCAA tournament appearance.
The Road Ahead
March 11, 2025A message to UNO faculty and staff from Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Phil He, Ph.D.
Can Doulas Help Prevent Postpartum Depression?
March 11, 2025Postpartum depression affects millions, yet access to mental health care is limited. A new UNO study is exploring if doulas could help bridge the gap.
UNO and Princeton Researchers Develop AI Tool to Advance Cancer Immunotherapy
March 11, 2025The new computational tool “MHCGlobe” and its companion process “MHCPerf” uses machine learning to make cancer immunotherapies more precise and effective.
Omaha Men's Basketball Wins First-Ever Summit League Tournament Title
March 09, 2025The "Champ Champs" await their NCAA tournament matchup as the Mavericks head to March Madness for the first time in the Division I era.
Empowering Change: Claire Ramacciotti's Journey in Psychology and Advocacy
March 09, 2025UNO junior Claire Ramacciotti is making an impact in the field of mental health through her studies and internship at Project Harmony, where she's applying her knowledge to support children and families affected by trauma.
Omaha Hockey Clinches Home Series With Rout of No. 18 North Dakota in Regular Season Finale
March 09, 2025Omaha clinched home ice for the 2025 NCHC Tournament's Quarterfinal Round and will face North Dakota again on Friday, March 14, Saturday, March 15, and Sunday, March 16, if necessary.
UNO’s Lowell ‘Skip’ Bailey Shares Expertise Nationally on Southwest Airlines Close Call
March 06, 2025Bailey's insights were syndicated nationally through CNN newswire on a Southwest Airlines flight incident at Chicago Midway International Airport after departing from Omaha’s Eppley Airfield.
UNO Study Highlights International Migration Driving Nebraska’s Population Growth
March 03, 2025Nebraska Examiner covers UNO’s CPAR study on the role of international migration in the state’s population surge.