September 2026 News Archive
UNO Taught Omaha Mayor John Ewing to Embrace
September 30, 2026How UNO, and a little guidance from the universe, helped Ewing navigate careers and life in public service.
5 Tips to Nail a Career Fair
September 30, 2026How to make the most of your career fair. View the tips on Exposure.
Happening @ UNO: ArteLatinX 2026
September 30, 2026Celebrating Hispanic identity through art. View the photo gallery on Exposure.
Live Science: Schoolhouse of Alexander the Great Recently Discovered
September 30, 2026UNO professor Jeanne Reames confirms evidence of 2,400-year-old school in Greece.
UNO Launches Doctor of Social Work Program
September 29, 2026The newly approved doctoral program will prepare experienced social workers to lead clinical practice, organizations, and higher education, without leaving Nebraska.
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Kristen Plowick Advisor of the Month
September 28, 2026Plowick was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.
UNO Names Kolby Brock Employee of the Month
September 28, 2026He was praised for his dedication to student success, collaborative approach, and commitment to supporting student leaders.
UNO Joins Business-Higher Education Forum
September 28, 2026The University of Nebraska at Omaha will join the only national network of higher education presidents and chancellors and business senior executives to develop career pathways for learners and address talent gaps for employers.
Flag Lowering for Sonia Green
September 25, 2026The UNO flag will be lowered in Green's honor on Sept. 28.
UNO Career Connect 2026 Celebrates Internships, Employer Partnerships
September 24, 2026UNO students and more than 200 employer partners built connections that turn classroom learning into paid, real-world experience.
$1 Million Challenge Gift for Wear Black, Give Back
September 24, 2026UNO alumnus John Morgan will give $1 million to support scholarships if 7,000 gifts are made.
5 Reasons Omaha is a Food Lover's Dream
September 23, 2026UNO is smack dab in the middle of food heaven. Become a local and find your favorite spot.
Amber Ruffin Brings Big Laughs and Real Experiences to UNO Students
September 23, 2026The comedian and Omaha native shared advice and personal stories with a full audience at the Strauss Performing Arts Center.
Flag Lowering for Tom Bragg
September 22, 2026The UNO flag will be lowered in Bragg's honor on Sept. 23.
Does a Criminal Record Predict Future Crime Forever? A New Study of 16 Million People Says No
September 22, 2026A team of University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) researchers analyzed 40 years of criminal records and found that the likelihood of a new criminal charge steadily declines over time, with a past charge telling us very little about future risk after about a decade.
5 AI Myths We Need to Stop Believing
September 21, 2026UNO information technology expert Deepak Khazanchi, Ph.D., and UNO postdoctoral researcher Anoop Mishra, Ph.D., break down why AI's promises, threats, and fears are overhyped.
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Brody Frieden Advisor of the Month
September 18, 2026Frieden was nominated by his peers for his dedication to student success.
What Do Omaha Employers Want in the Age of AI? UNO Skills Report Reveals the Top 10
September 18, 2026For the first time, AI decision support, financial analysis, and marketing communications add to the list of skills most sought after by Omaha employers.
UNO Hosts Groundbreaking for $67.5 Million Athletics Project
September 18, 2026The Howard L. Hawks Training Center and Maverick Park Clubhouse will transform the student-athlete experience and strengthen UNO’s connection to the Omaha community.
4 UNO Faculty Selected for NU DEAL Cohort
September 18, 2026Jodi Kreiling, Adam Rosen, Erin Pleggenkuhle-Miles, and Susan Reay will participate in the intensive two-year leadership development program.
From Research to Application: A Maverick’s Internship at Oak Ridge National Lab
September 17, 2026Chemistry student Joe Conner earned a prestigious internship with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
UNO Welcomes New Four-Legged First Responder
September 17, 2026The University of Nebraska Police and Public Safety Department welcomes Ares, the department's first crisis therapy K9, to their team.
Observer: How the Economics of Fashion Week Extend Beyond the Runway
September 17, 2026UNO economics expert Jane Liu, Ph.D., explains why Fashion Week's real payoff is measured in brand value, not immediate sales or social media buzz.
Flag Lowering for Becky Means
September 15, 2026The UNO flag will be lowered in Means' honor on Sept. 16.
UNO Student Research on Jailbroken AI Was So Shocking, Lawmakers Invited Them to Washington, D.C. Twice.
September 15, 2026It’s an experience only UNO students have had the opportunity to be part of.
UNO Transitions 7 Business Concentrations to Majors
September 15, 2026Clearly defined majors in accounting, entrepreneurship, finance, human resources management, logistics, management and leadership, and marketing will enhance how students present skills to employers.
CBS News: Cartel Drone Activity Drops 75%, With UNO NCITE Driving the Research Behind It All
September 15, 2026A CBS News article highlighted how NCITE’s research contributed to U.S. military and law enforcement officials’ understanding the threat posed by cartel drones.
Weitz Innovation and Excellence Funds Pause on Applications
September 11, 2026Applications for the Weitz Innovation and Excellence Funds will reopen in December, while funding awards will continue on the original July timeline.
Fast Company: UNO Expert Highlights the Benefits of Friction in the Workplace
September 11, 2026Fast Company features UNO expert Roni Reiter-Palmon, Ph.D., on how addressing obstacles within your team is valuable to group creativity and inspiration.
UNO Invites Community to Mark 25th Anniversary of 9/11
September 10, 2026UNO will recognize 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks with opportunities for the campus and Omaha communities to remember lives lost and honor service.
UNO Academic Advising Council Elects 2026-2028 Executive Officers
September 09, 2026The Academic Advising Council (AAC) is pleased to announce the new 2026-2028 AAC Executive Officers. Elections were held in July, and the new officers started their two-year terms this August.