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Chancellor’s Leadership Academy Celebrates Third Cohort Graduation

Chancellor’s Leadership Academy graduates pose for a photo.

Graduates who attended the ceremony.

The Chancellor’s Leadership Academy at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is proud to announce that its third cohort of emerging campus leaders has successfully completed the 18-month professional development program. The cohort was recognized during a graduation ceremony held on May 27.

Designed to prepare leaders from across the university for expanded roles in a dynamic higher education environment, the academy engages participants in monthly sessions featuring expert speakers, facilitated discussions, practical case studies, and opportunities to deepen understanding of complex institutional topics. Through this immersive experience, participants strengthen their leadership capacity, foster cross-unit collaboration, and broaden their strategic impact at UNO.

Participating leaders represented a broad cross-section of university departments, and we congratulate the following graduates of the third cohort:

  • Ashley Ostransky (Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications)
  • Bethany Hughes (College of Business Administration Scholars Academy)
  • Cristina Lamas (Project Achieve)
  • Jodi Kreiling (College of Arts and Sciences)
  • John Kerins (Division of Innovative and Learning-Centric Initiatives)
  • Julie Blaskewicz Boron (Graduate Studies)
  • Kate Bard (Financial Support and Scholarships)
  • Katie Hansen (College of Public Affairs and Community Service)
  • Katrina (Kati) Cox (Colllege of Communication, Fine Arts and Media)
  • Marshall Kole (Residence Life)
  • Michael Smith (Baxter Arena and Omaha Athletics)
  • Parvathi Chundi (College of Information Science & Technology)
  • Rachel Bachle (Office of Research and Creative Activity)
  • Rachel Radel (Human Resources)
  • Rosey Higgs (Office of Engagement and Service Learning Academy)
  • Sam Peshek (Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications)
  • Scott Seeba (Compliance)
  • Sherry Weber (Client Services ITS)

Please join us in celebrating these outstanding Mavericks whose commitment to growth and service reflects UNO’s dedication to leadership excellence.

About the University of Nebraska at Omaha

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is Nebraska’s premier metropolitan university, committed to innovating for the public good, advancing social mobility, powering workforce development, and serving as a hub for community engagement. Nearly 15,000 Mavericks choose UNO for its hands-on education experiences, nationally ranked online and graduate programs, military-connected student support, and innovative approaches to supporting lifelong learning. UNO holds the Carnegie Research Activity “R2” designation, securing more than $40 million annually in external research funding and counts its faculty among the world’s most cited scholars. Sixteen Omaha Athletics programs compete in NCAA Division I as members of the Summit League and National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC). 

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