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The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) takes the health and safety of our campus community very seriously. UNO leadership encourages students, faculty, and staff to follow the latest CDC guidance and be mindful of their health and wellness by utilizing local health department resources.

Health Department Resources

Douglas County Health Department 

Information about COVID-19 guidance and resources can be found on the Douglas County Health Department website or by calling 402.444.3400.

Members of the campus community are encouraged to regularly monitor the Douglas County Health Department website.

  • Douglas County Health Department Website

Outside of Douglas County 

Those who reside outside of Douglas County should check with their local health department for COVID-19 guidance and resources.

  • Nebraska Public Health Departments or Agencies
  • Iowa Public Health Departments or Agencies

Contact Tracing

Potential COVID-19 Exposure or a Positive COVID-19 Test Result 

Have you been in contact with someone who may have COVID-19, believe you may have contracted the virus, or have tested positive?

Please contact the Douglas County Health Department at 402.444.3400.

Residents outside Douglas County should contact their local public health department.

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Vaccine Distribution

Vaccination Locations 

All students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to take advantage of COVID-19 vaccination opportunities, including boosters.

If you are 18 and under, you will need parental/guardian consent and a guardian present with you in order to get the vaccine.

Those who reside outside of Douglas County should check with their area health department for the latest vaccination information.

Current COVID-19 vaccination locations that may offer vaccines include:

  • Douglas County Community Clinic Locations
  • OneWorld Community Health Center
  • Charles Drew Health Center
  • Fred Leroy Health Center
  • Baker's Locations
  • CVS Locations
  • Hy-Vee Locations
  • Kubat Health Care
  • Kohll's Pharmacy Locations
  • Walmart Locations

Travel Guidance

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidance 

Please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest domestic and international travel information, including any restrictions or requirements for passengers.

  • Review the latest CDC travel guidance

International Travel by Faculty, Staff, and Students 

UNO follows travel policy based on Executive Memorandum No. 25. This policy is a University of Nebraska system-wide policy that affects student, staff, and faculty travel. The policy governs international travel to countries based on their US Department of State Travel Advisory level, and/or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Travel Health Notice levels. 

  • Faculty/Staff Travel Guidance
  • Student Education Abroad Guidance
  • International Travel Guidance and Request Forms

Working Off Campus

Alternative Work Arrangements (AWA) 

A remote or alternative worksite arrangement (AWA) is an option that allows an employee to work at home or another alternative off-site location, for a specified number of hours per week, month, etc. Those who would like to enter into an AWA should complete the following form.

Questions can be directed to UNO Human Resources at unoemployment@unomaha.edu. 

  • Alternative Work Arrangement Agreement Form (PDF)

UNO Public Safety

Non-Emergency Calls: 402.554.2648

Non-Emergency Calls (Backup): 402.559.5111

Emergency Calls: 402.554.2911

Emergency Calls (Backup): 402.559.5555

Public Safety Website

The Nebraska Medicine UNO Health Center

Students can call the UNO Health Center at 402.554.2374 to schedule an appointment.

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