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2026 U.S. News Report Lists 10 UNO Grad Programs Among Best in the Nation
Three programs were listed in the top 100 for the second year in a row.
2026 UNO Dance Marathon Smashes Previous Fundraising Record, Raising $85K
Since 2015, the Maverick community has raised more than $500,000.
Inaugural Catalyst Conversation Sparks Bold Ideas for UNO’s Future
A panel of national higher education experts discussed how UNO can deliver faster, more impactful pathways from classroom to career.
Watch “Built Here: Inside Omaha Baseball” Part 3: “Brotherhood”
For the third installment of the five-part mini documentary series “Built Here: Inside Omaha Baseball,” shows how brotherhood has established a foundation for team success.
Meet These Mavericks
Meet UNO’s First Co-Op Student
UNO’s first co-op student and Business Admin major Darian Mitchell finished an experience with Werner Enterprises, helping advance her career in the supply chain industry.
How Running Helped a UNO Alum Find His Stride and Launch a Wellness-Inspired Apparel Business
Entrepreneur and UNO alum Dayton Schumacher started running to improve his mental health as a college student. Now, his running-inspired apparel brand supports mental health causes.
UNO Alumna Samantha Pastorino Makes Omaha her Newsroom
From UNO classrooms to Omaha’s top newsroom, alumna Sam Pastorino shares how her education prepared her to tell the city’s stories every day.
Recent News
UNO’s Curling Club Competes at its First National Championship Tournament
The team reached the quarterfinals just three years after the team's founding.
UNO Biomechanics Chair Named to AIMBE College of Fellows
Alexey Kamenskiy, Ph.D., professor and chair of biomechanics at the University of Nebraska Omaha, has been named to the 2026 Class of the AIMBE College of Fellows—one of the highest honors in medical and biological engineering.
Melanie Bloom Named Interim CFAM Dean
Academic Affairs announced three additional appointments meant to guide the College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media during a period of transition.
2026 U.S. News Report Lists 10 UNO Grad Programs Among Best in the Nation
Three programs were listed in the top 100 for the second year in a row.
2026 UNO Dance Marathon Smashes Previous Fundraising Record, Raising $85K
Since 2015, the Maverick community has raised more than $500,000.
From Shy, to Student Leader: How UNO Helped Kiere Find His Footing
Fueled by academic ambition and passion for his community, Phelps now looks to uplift the next generation.
Always Building
Cristian Coreas is building a sales career, a team, and something bigger.
UNO Study Reveals How Students Collaborate with AI and What It Means for the Future Workforce
Workforce readiness increasingly depends on knowing how to collaborate with AI, not just extract answers from it.
From Global Missions to the Classroom: Lt. Col. (Ret.) Lowell “Skip” Bailey Inspires the Next Generation of Aviators
From flying global missions and transporting U.S. Secretaries of Defense aboard the E-4B to leading student pilots at UNO, Lt. Col. (Ret.) Lowell “Skip” Bailey has lived nearly every facet of aviation. Now, he’s channeling 35+ years of experience into shaping the next generation—one student, one flight, and one future career at a time.
UNO CPAR Assistant Director Selected as Strategic Data Project Fellow
Morgan Vogel, Ph.D., has been named a Strategic Data Project Fellow through Harvard University, joining a national network of leaders using data to improve education outcomes.
Cameron and Sydney Hall, Doors Plus, LLC Selected as Small Business Person of the Year for Nebraska by U.S. Small Business Administration
Today the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Nebraska District Office is announcing Nebraska’s Small Business Persons of the Year as it prepares for National Small Business Week, which will take place May 3-9, 2026.
Meet Your Newly Elected SAC Representatives
The Staff Advisory Council (SAC) has officially welcomed 12 new members for the 2026–2029 term. These elected representatives will help serve as key voices for UNO staff across campus.
Ways to Support at May 2026 Commencement
Looking for a way to be involved in May 2026 Commencement? We have some great opportunities for you. Sign up to volunteer by May 1.
Clayton Lab Lets Students Conduct Gutsy Research
Inside the Clayton Lab, researchers are expanding our knowledge of how the gut microbiome works. This work includes undergraduate students who conduct experiments and gain experience in science and medicine.
UNO Aviation Institute Announces 2026 Honors Convocation Scholarship Recipients
From academic excellence to leadership in aviation, these students are taking off in a big way.
Maverick Store Launches New Adoption and Insights Portal for Course Materials
The portal serves as a centralized platform where faculty and department administrators can research, adopt, and review insights on textbooks and course resources.
Matrix Business Systems Builds a Better Way to Manage Print
What began as a leap from corporate to entrepreneurship is now a company redefining how organizations manage print infrastructure.
Inaugural Catalyst Conversation Sparks Bold Ideas for UNO’s Future
A panel of national higher education experts discussed how UNO can deliver faster, more impactful pathways from classroom to career.
MarComm to Offer Group Photo Days
To better serve your needs for professional group photos, the Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications (MarComm) will offer group photo days on April 20 and May 4.
Journal Club Turns Complex Research into Conversation
Journal Club helps students at all levels engage with scientific literature, preparing them for future careers in health and research.
Watch “Built Here: Inside Omaha Baseball” Part 3: “Brotherhood”
For the third installment of the five-part mini documentary series “Built Here: Inside Omaha Baseball,” shows how brotherhood has established a foundation for team success.
UNO Expands Global Partnerships with Thailand Institutions
New agreements and alumni connections in Bangkok highlight UNO’s growing global impact.
Experiencing Hypoxia: FAA PROTE Chamber Brings Critical Training to Campus
Inside a simulated high-altitude environment, aviation students came face-to-face with one of flying’s most dangerous hidden threats—hypoxia. Through the Federal Aviation Administration’s PROTE chamber, they didn’t just learn the symptoms—they experienced them.
UNO Faculty Named to Inaugural NSF Fellowship Advancing Access to AI Education Nationwide
Chun-Hua Tsai, Ph.D., is among 25 faculty nationwide chosen to lead effort expanding access to AI learning resources.
Preparing the Next Generation of Alcohol and Drug Counselors
With just two additional courses, UNO Counseling students can become eligible for Nebraska’s Provisional Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (PLADC) credential.
Snapshots: The 2026 Chuck Hagel Forum in Global Leadership
Former U.S. Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines and former U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel discussed Iran, public service, and courage in leadership at the eighth annual forum.
Flag Lowering for John W. Hill
The UNO flag will be lowered on April 3, in memory of retiree John W. Hill.
Homegrown Maverick: UNO Celebrates an Omaha Native Earning National Recognition
UNO is thrilled to celebrate another University of Nebraska achievement, with Maverick Zach Venn receiving the system’s only Goldwater scholarship.
UNO and Michigan State Researchers Find Cybersecurity Carries a Convenience Tax, Until Your Data Is Actually at Stake
New research reveals a critical gap in how people approach online safety.
The UNO Future Business Leaders of America Collegiate Chapter showed OUT at the Nebraska State Leadership Conference!
March 28–29, our 8-member team traveled to Kearney, Nebraska to compete at the Nebraska FBLA-C State Leadership Conference alongside 16 other colleges and universities, and the results speak for themselves.
18th Student Research and Creative Activity Fair Showcases Innovation Across UNO
UNO’s annual research celebration filled campus with ideas worth experiencing. View the graduate and graduate award winners.
METGreen Solutions Delivers Mission-Driven IT Support for Federal Agencies
For Brian Moore, founding METGreen Solutions was about more than starting a business—it was about building a company rooted in service, integrity and accountability.
UNO Names Kelly Hughes Employee of the Month
Hughes was praised for her innovative approach, collaborative spirit, and dedication to advancing research initiatives.
Extended Hours for Prep Week and Finals Week
Starting Wednesday, April 29, Criss Library will be open extended hours for prep and finals weeks through Wednesday, May 6.
Meet the Maverick Machine, the Soundtrack to the UNO Experience
How students from all majors and walks of university life come together to be the pulse of Omaha Athletics and build a lasting community.
Meet UNO’s First Co-Op Student
UNO’s first co-op student and Business Admin major Darian Mitchell finished an experience with Werner Enterprises, helping advance her career in the supply chain industry.
Work Wins: The Life of a Omaha Women's Basketball Student-Athlete
"I’m doing something that people dream of doing. That reality keeps pushing me.”
UNO Offutt AFB Testing Center Earns 2026 CLEP Honors Military Achievement Award
The award is based on exams administered in 2025, and honors centers that expand access to college credit while helping students save time and money. The center will be recognized at a reception in June.
International Programs at UNO: Growing Our Global Reach
International Programs at UNO is entering an exciting new chapter — one defined by dedicated leadership, expanded offerings, and a renewed commitment to connecting our campus community with the world.
Vote in the Staff Advisory Council (SAC) General Member Elections
Voting for members will open on March 23 and close on April 3.
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Katelyn Bollich Advisor of the Month
Bollich was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.
YSALI Alumni Impact: Youth-Led Action for Change in South Asia
After attending regional leadership workshops, YSALI alumni are ready to take action and make impacts in their local communities. Months later, classrooms, communities, and crisis-affected areas across South Asia are benefiting from alumni who are resolved to make a difference. Each action plan tells a different story, but together they reflect a shared belief: change begins locally, but its impact can ripple far beyond.
An Important Update on Canvas Convergence: Faculty Access Begins in March
A new initiative is underway to unify the University of Nebraska’s four for-credit Canvas Learning Management System instances into a single, systemwide environment.
Watch “Built Here: Inside Omaha Baseball” Part 2: “The Ramp-Up”
For the second installment of the five-part mini documentary series “Built Here: Inside Omaha Baseball,” Jackson Trout shows the mental and physical preparation that goes into the ramp-up to game day.
Vidya Bommanapally, UNO Ph.D. Candidate, Honored as 2026 Nebraska Tech Innovator of the Year
The award recognizes Bommanapally's cross-domain research and innovation work spanning health AI, education, and materials science.
Personal Transportation Devices (PTD) Policy Reminder
Don't forget the new Personal Transportation Devices policy that took effect in December.
UNO Celebrates 50 Years of the Nebraska Municipal Clerks Institute and Academy
CPACS Continuing Professional Education Programs leads milestone annual training advancing leadership, professional growth, and community impact for municipal clerks across Nebraska.
Nebraska Indie Game Expo Returns to UNO
Play, Create, Celebrate: Discover Local Games and Designers at UNO's Indie Game Expo – May 1