October 2026 News Archive
UNO Awarded Record-Breaking $42 Million in Research Funding in 2025-2026
October 30, 2026UNO exceeded $40 million in external research funding for the fourth consecutive year and broke the previous record set in FY 2022-2023.
More than A Language
October 29, 2026UNO Allies in Sign spread awareness of language and Deaf culture at a campus that houses Nebraska’s sole ASL interpreting program.
More than Just a Paycheck: How UNO Student Employment Sets Students Up For Success
October 29, 2026As the largest on-campus employer, UNO's Campus Recreation and Wellness offers students a place to not only gain work experience but also essential soft skills.
Why Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District Captures National Attention
October 29, 2026UNO Political Science Assistant Professor Huchen Liu, Ph.D., explains why Nebraska’s 2nd District attracts national attention and how its elections could shape statewide politics.
Omaha Athletics to Retire Jake Guentzel's Jersey in Historic First
October 27, 2026Former Maverick standout, captain of Omaha's 2015 Frozen Four team, Stanley Cup champion and 2026 Olympic gold medalist Jake Guentzel becomes the first player in Omaha Athletics history to have his jersey retired.
Snapshots: 2026 Hagel Symposium Introduces Omaha Area Students to Public Service
October 27, 2026Hundreds of area high school students were invited to explore civic engagement, leadership, and public service through the annual symposium.
Jesse McBee Earns Board of Regents Kudos Award
October 23, 2026He was recognized for his commitment, collaboration, and providing positive experiences for the UNO community and its visitors.
Flag Lowering for Mark Wingate
October 22, 2026The UNO flag will be lowered in his honor on Oct. 23.
UNO Biomechanics and Kinesiology Doctoral Program Ranked in Nation’s Top 10
October 21, 2026The National Academy of Kinesiology ranked UNO’s doctoral program No. 10 nationally, highlighting the program's momentum in biomechanics and kinesiology research, funding, and graduate education.
10 Instagram-Worthy Locations on UNO's Campus
October 20, 2026Trying to get that perfect college life snapshot? We've got you covered.
Flag Lowering for Alice Noonan
October 16, 2026The UNO flag will be lowered in her honor on Oct. 19.
The Quiet Work of UNO Student Archivists
October 16, 2026How on-campus employment at Criss Library and the Samuel Bak Museum: The Learning Center is pointing students to their future careers.
Flag Lowering for William Kvasnicka
October 15, 2026The UNO flag will be lowered in his honor on Oct. 16.
Scienmag: 30-Year Review on Great Plains Bats Exposes Research Gap
October 13, 2026The limited amount of research on North American bat species is hindering conservation efforts.
What IBM, Toyota, and the NFL Can Teach Us About Making More Money by Inviting Competition
October 09, 2026Conventional wisdom says businesses should keep rivals out. A new study from two UNO economists found that in some industries, inviting competition may be the smarter strategy for boosting the bottom line.
UNO Wear Black, Give Back Raises Record $2.3 Million
October 08, 2026More than 5,000 individual donors made a record 8,139 gifts toward the 2026 campaign passing the event’s goal of 7,000 gifts of $5 or more.
Yahoo Health: How The Effects of Caffeine are More Personal Than You May Think
October 06, 2026A UNO study on Zebrafish helps explain how caffeine effects vary from person to person.
UNO Launches First International Degree Program in Ghana
October 06, 2026A new Executive MBA partnership with Radford University College connects working professionals in Accra with UNO.
Fox News: UNO Students Highlight the Dangers of “Jailbroken” AI in Washington, D.C.
October 06, 2026NCITE held a workshop to educate lawmakers on uncensored AI models and future prevention efforts.
Thompson Learning Community: More Than Just a Scholarship Program
October 01, 2026When Buffett Scholars join UNO, they’re greeted with much more than just academic support. They’re part of a built-in community.