UNO Academic Advising Council Names Brody Frieden Advisor of the Month
Frieden was nominated by his peers for his dedication to student success.
- published: 2026/09/18
- contact: Academic Advising Council
- email: unoaac@unomaha.edu
Brody Frieden, Academic Advisor in the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) College of Business Administration (CBA) was recently named the “Advisor of the Month” by the Academic Advising Council (AAC) for the month of August.
The award was presented to Frieden at the September Academic Advising Council meeting.
Frieden's nominators said:
“Brody has jumped right into advising at UNO with enthusiasm and commitment to student success. He is a great team member and fun to work with too! UNO is lucky to have him here!”
“Brody has been a fantastic addition to the CBA Advising Team! His insight and fresh take on higher education have provided our team with such depth and we are incredibly grateful for his input. He is a team player at heart and is willing to lend a hand when he has capacity. His personality provides great light and we all love laughing together when Brody cracks a joke, references pop culture (from any generation) and reminds us all to ‘be so brave.’”
"Although Brody has only been with our team for a short time, he has already made a tremendous impact. I continue to be impressed by the way he builds genuine relationships with students while making sure they leave each appointment with the information and confidence they need to move forward. Reading is fundamental, and reading Brody's advising notes tells you everything you need to know about his approach. They're thoughtful, thorough, and student-centered, making it easy for another advisor to understand a student's situation and continue providing seamless support. What stands out most is Brody's empathy. He recognizes that every student's circumstances are different and tailors his conversations to meet them where they are. Whether navigating academic challenges, financial concerns, or family dynamics, he consistently helps students feel heard, supported, and empowered to take their next steps. Congratulations, Brody! Thank you for the care, professionalism, and positivity you bring to our students and our team. I can't think of anyone more deserving of Advisor of the Month.”
For being selected as the AAC Advisor of the Month, Frieden received a certificate and $50 on his MavCARD.
Nominate an Academic Advisor for the "Advisor of the Month Award"
If you know one of your colleagues has gone above and beyond in their exceptional service to students, their colleagues and/or the university, nominate them for the Advisor of the Month Award! Each month, one advisor will be selected at random from the nominations to receive the award at the Academic Advising Council meeting. All nominees will be recognized by AAC for their work.
Nominees must be at least .5 FTE whose primary role is academic advising. Once selected, advisors would not be eligible to receive the award again for one calendar year, although they can still be nominated in recognition of their work.
To nominate an academic advisor, complete the nomination form on the AAC website.
About the Academic Advising Council (AAC)
Monthly forums keep advisors up to date on topics ranging from best practices in advising to technology and program updates. The group, which formally launched in 2011, welcomes not just advisors to its meetings, but also many other professionals on campus who support UNO students.
The Academic Advising Council meets the third Thursday of each month at 1:30 P.M.