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August 2025 News Archive

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UNO Academic Advising Council Names Alyssa Askeland Advisor of the Month

August 27, 2025

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

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This UNO and UNMC Project Could Revolutionize How Nutrition Advice is Delivered to Expectant Mothers

August 27, 2025

A new UNO-UNMC collaboration is harnessing AI to turn meal photos into personalized nutrition advice, aiming to improve care for women with gestational diabetes.

Dr. Laura Planells Bolant (right) presents University of Nebraska at Omaha Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, (left) with a custom Real Madrid CF jersey at UNO’s Caniglia Field to celebrate a new collaboration agreement with Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea.

Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea and UNO Launch Dual Degree in Sports Management

August 27, 2025

The program aims to provide students with a 360º view of the sports industry.

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When Hail Meets High Finance: Nebraska's Insurance Crisis Points to America's Climate Future

August 26, 2025

UNO Economics Associate Professor Zhigang Feng warns that hurricane-force storms in the Midwest are reshaping insurance markets and the American middle class.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha Poverty Elimination Action Plan evaluation team and graduate student volunteers.

UNO Researchers Advance Omaha’s First-Ever Poverty Elimination Plan

August 26, 2025

Backed by new legislation and community voices, the Omaha City Council recently adopted a groundbreaking action plan drafted by UNO experts.

Rebecca Atkins is director of the CBA Prep Academy.

UNO Names Rebecca Atkins Employee of the Month, August 2025

August 26, 2025

Atkins was praised for her leadership, teamwork, and commitment to student success.

UNO graduates received their degrees from the University of Nebraska at Omaha during the Spring Commencement Ceremony at Baxter Arena on Friday, May 16, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska.

UNO Celebrates Over 400 August Graduates

August 26, 2025

Discover the stats and honors from UNO’s Summer 2025 graduates.

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Start Strong, Mavericks!

August 25, 2025

UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, shared a message with UNO students, faculty, and staff on Aug. 25.

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“Momentum: An MCC & UNO Partnership” to Transform the Transfer Student Experience

August 22, 2025

UNO and Metropolitan Community College have launched a joint initiative aimed at creating a seamless, frictionless student transfer experience across the two institutions.

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UNO Architects, Partners for Livable Omaha Prototype Adaptive Homes for Nebraska

August 22, 2025

Jessica Scheuerman from Partners for Livable Omaha and Jeffrey L. Day, FAIA, from the UNL College of Architecture unveil new affordable, aging-accessible home prototypes in the latest episode of Consider This.

Pictured: Tarika Burton, executive director of the Office of Student Leadership and Involvement (SLI); UNO student body president/regent Drew Leisy; Sierra Roseby, recipient; Rayna Roseby, family member; NU System President Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D.; Cornelius Levering, Outreach Coordinator for SLI; Ja-Waun Moore, family member; UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA.

Sierra Roseby Earns Board of Regents Kudos Award

August 19, 2025

Roseby was recognized by colleagues for her dedication to student success, collaborative spirit, and commitment to supporting Mavericks.

Young People use Smartphones and Surfing in Social Media.

The Marian Smart Ambassador Program: Championing Digital Safety in Schools

August 18, 2025

An inside look at how a local nonprofit and Marian High School students are teaming up to create safe spaces for conversation about social media’s impact on youth in the latest episode of Consider This.

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A New Offering for Faculty and Staff: Fidelity Medicare Services

August 18, 2025

This benefit is available to all university employees, regardless of if you have a Fidelity retirement account or not.

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UNO’s I/O Psychology Program Opens Doors for Averie Linnell at Roblox

August 15, 2025

Averie Linnell, a Ph.D. student in Industrial-Organizational Psychology at UNO, is applying her classroom knowledge to real-world challenges at Roblox, where she’s transforming the hiring process for engineers.

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UNO’s Gina Ligon and Goodrich Program Earn Top Honors

August 15, 2025

UNO’s Gina Ligon and the Goodrich Scholarship Program received top recognition in the University of Nebraska’s 2025 President’s Excellence Awards.

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Chatbots: Benefits, Boundaries, and Balancing AI Use

August 15, 2025

Chun‑Hua Tsai, Ph.D., a computer science expert at UNO, and Justin Weeks, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist at UNMC, explore the promise, and pitfalls, of chatbots in everyday life on the latest episode of Consider This.

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UNO Sees Significant Summer Enrollment Growth in 2025

August 13, 2025

A 5.8% jump in students and a 7.1% increase in credit hours show Mavericks are staying on track toward their degree year-round.

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Flag Lowering for Beth James

August 11, 2025

The UNO flag will be lowered on Aug. 12 in memory of retiree Beth James.

Amber Johnson, a 2019 University of Nebraska at Omaha Graduate and Goodrich Scholar, traveling to Viscri, Transylvania, with the 2024-2025 Fulbright Romania Cohort. Photo: Courtesy, Amber Johnson

Bringing the World to Nebraska, and Nebraska to the World

August 11, 2025

UNO alum Amber Johnson is using her Fulbright English Teaching Assistant role in Romania to foster international understanding and proudly share Nebraska’s story with the world.

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9 Classes at UNO That’ll Actually Make You Want to Go to Class

August 10, 2025

Scuba diving. Superhero movies. Camping. Art therapy. Add something surprising to your schedule.

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This Boot Could Help Soldiers Heal Faster and Stay in the Fight

August 08, 2025

UNO researchers are reinventing combat footwear with the “FlyBand ExoBoot” designed to prevent ankle injuries and speed recovery.

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Omaha Mavericks Earn Summit League Academic Honors

August 07, 2025

203 Mavericks recently earned Summit League Academic Honor Roll status, and 94 Mavericks were named to the Summit League Commissioner’s List of Academic Excellence.

Racquel Henderson has her photos taken at the University of Nebraska at Omaha on July 29, 2025 in Omaha, Nebraska.

From Adversity to Advocacy: Racquel Henderson’s Journey

August 07, 2025

UNO alumna Racquel Henderson turned adversity into advocacy. Now a professor and civic leader, she empowers others to thrive through education and service.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), in partnership with KANEKO, will host OMA x AI the afternoon of Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, at KANEKO in Downtown Omaha.

OMA x AI to Explore the Practical Power of Artificial Intelligence

August 07, 2025

Whether you're a curious newcomer or an AI early adopter, the OMA x AI event on Oct. 7 hosted in partnership with KANEKO in Downtown Omaha is your invitation to plug into the future.

Podcast cover for "Heart to Heart with Dr. Jeff Gold," Episode 13 titled “Maverick Leadership.” Features photos of Dr. Jeff Gold and guest Chancellor Joanne Li, with podcast graphics including microphones, hearts, and arrows.

"Heart to Heart" Podcast Series with NU System President Gold Features UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA

August 03, 2025

On the episode, they discuss why UNO’s physical location matters, overview initiatives that are helping to build Nebraska’s workforce and explore the impact of a positive culture both on campus and in the broader community.

The Omaha Mavericks compete against St. Thomas.

Mavericks to Commence 2025-26 Campaign With Field of 68 Opening Day Marathon

August 01, 2025

The 2025-26 Field of 68 Opening Day Marathon features six men's basketball showcase games at two sites on Nov. 3 with three games being held at each venue.

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