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Parking and Transit Services Updates
Read about updates to parking and shuttle services for the fall semester.
LinkedIn Names Omaha a Top 10 “City on the Rise”
UNO is helping fuel that rise, zooming past metros like Austin, Kansas City, Portland and Raleigh-Durham through strategic academic and workforce development efforts.
Where Flexibility Meets Determination: Kiera Kelly’s Path Through Online Education
Kiera Kelly juggles a lot of different titles, but getting her degree online through UNO has allowed her to prioritize the titles that matter the most to her.
Omaha Police Break Mental Health Stigma with Help from UNO Researchers
Supported by a federal grant, UNO researchers are measuring the impact of OPD’s mandatory mental health check-ins. The initiative could become a national model for law enforcement wellness.
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Parking and Transit Services Updates
Read about updates to parking and shuttle services for the fall semester.
Criss Library Announces Leadership Update
Stay up to date with changes in the library leadership.
Flag Lowering for Charles Raymond Millimet
The UNO flag will be lowered on July 29 in memory of retiree Charles Raymond Millimet.
UNO Budget Update
A message from Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, to UNO faculty and staff.
State Climatologist and UNL Expert Weigh in on Extreme Weather Threats
Deborah Bathke, Ph.D., Nebraska’s state climatologist, and Eric Hunt, Ph.D., an extension educator at UNL, examine the escalating climate risks facing Nebraska in the latest episode of “Consider This.”
NCITE Insights No. 37 — Public Perceptions of Punishment For Mass Violence
Ben sits down with NCITE researcher Erin Kearns, Ph.D., and visiting scholar Adam Ghazi-Tehrani, Ph.D., to discuss their research into public attitudes toward punishment for terrorism, hate crimes, and other forms of mass violence.
UNO Student Chapter Receives Merit Award from SHRM
SHRM (the Society for Human Resource Management), the trusted authority on all things work, workers and the workplace awarded a 2024-2025 Superior Merit Award designation to the UNO SHRM student chapter for providing superior growth and development opportunities to its student members.
AI for Operational Excellence in Campus Services
AI is driving efficiency at UNO, from chatbots in tech support to smarter workflows and content.
Two UNO Accounting Students Win $15K Scholarships
Glenda Bricko and Nichola Otto were recognized by PCAOB for academic excellence and future promise in the accounting profession.
UNO Names Nate Hueber Employee of the Month, July 2025
Hueber was praised for his dedication, commitment to collaboration, and support of students, colleagues, and the broader UNO community.
"Pride and Joy: Nebraska History” Traveling Exhibit
This exhibit shares primary sources and an introduction to LGBTQIA2S+ history in the state of Nebraska.
Chief Justice Role Provides UNO Student with Foundation for Legal Education
UNO Student Court Chief Justice Jannette Castro-Gomez exemplifies how undergraduate leadership and experience can inform professional goals.
Bit by the Travel Bug: International Marketing Program Sends UNO MBA Student on a European Adventure
How study abroad experiences in Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary gave UNO MBA student Anne Thomas fresh career insights.
Snapshots: Omaha High School Students Make a Splash in UNO’s Summer Theatre Academy
"Bikini Bottom" came to life as students from 13 Omaha-area high schools lit up the stage in UNO’s Summer Musical Theatre Academy production of The SpongeBob Musical.
LinkedIn Names Omaha a Top 10 “City on the Rise”
UNO is helping fuel that rise, zooming past metros like Austin, Kansas City, Portland and Raleigh-Durham through strategic academic and workforce development efforts.
UNO Human Resources: New Hiring System, SuccessFactors, to Go Live on Sept. 2
SuccessFactors will replace PeopleAdmin for job postings and applications.
Where Flexibility Meets Determination: Kiera Kelly’s Path Through Online Education
Kiera Kelly juggles a lot of different titles, but getting her degree online through UNO has allowed her to prioritize the titles that matter the most to her.
From the Court to Corporate: How One Maverick is Driving Change at Union Pacific
For one MBA student, mastering supply chain strategy isn’t just a classroom exercise; it’s a daily responsibility.
UNO Finalizes Email Domain Migration Aug. 1-4
UNO email accounts and Microsoft 365 access will be temporarily interrupted during a scheduled domain cutover starting Friday, Aug. 1, at 6 P.M.
Can We Fix How America Responds to Child Sexual Exploitation?
A team led by UNO’s Teresa Kulig, Ph.D., and Tara Richards, Ph.D., has launched a national review of how police, social workers, and medical providers work together to help exploited children, and where those systems break down.
Omaha Police Break Mental Health Stigma with Help from UNO Researchers
Supported by a federal grant, UNO researchers are measuring the impact of OPD’s mandatory mental health check-ins. The initiative could become a national model for law enforcement wellness.
UNO's Innovative Approach to House Settlement Gains National Attention
CBS Sports, KETV, WOWT, the Omaha World-Herald, and more covered UNO’s decision regarding the House v. NCAA settlement.
Nebraska Immigration Attorney and Organizer Share Insights on “Consider This”
Attorney Allison Heimes, J.D., and community organizer Joe Berg discuss how recent federal actions impact Nebraskans on the latest episode of Consider This.
Updates to UNO Tuition and Course Costs for 2025-2026
A message from Vice Chancellor for Institutional Effectiveness and Student Success Jason Browning and Vice Chancellor for Business and Finance Carol Kirchner.
AI for Accessibility and Inclusion in Education
UNO uses AI to enhance accessibility in labs and student services—advancing support and success for all learners.
Flag Lowering for Robert Gibson
The UNO flag will be lowered on Tuesday, July 15, in memory of retiree Robert "Bob" Gibson.
Shannon Cummins, Ph.D., and Birud Sindhav, Ph.D., Receive Fulbright U.S. Scholar Awards for 2025-2026
Birud Sindhav and Shannon Cummins, professors of marketing at UNO, have received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award in Marketing to Bahrain and Barbados, respectively for the Spring 2026 semester from the U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board.
UNO FBLA-C Returns Victorious from FBLA-C National Competition
Hard work and dedication paid off big as members return from Dallas with 2 national champion titles, distinguished chapter award, and numerous top 10 placements
Office of Civil Rights Compliance Updates and Promotions
These appointments underscore UNO’s ongoing commitment to cultivating a safe and equitable campus community.
UNO Education Student Builds Trust One Name at a Time
Through her practicum experience, UNO education student, Arlene Garcia, is learning that the most powerful thing she can bring to the classroom is herself.
UNO Names Laura Osborn Employee of the Month, June 2025
Osborn was praised for her ability to take on expanding responsibilities with professionalism and grace, all while providing critical support to students, colleagues, and the broader campus community.
WhyArts and UNO Service Learning Students to Unveil Community Visions II Mural at UNO’s Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center
UNO alumnus Hugo Zamorano and WhyArts, a building partner in the CEC, led the creation of a new mural featuring hands-on contributions from UNO art students and Omaha residents. The public unveiling is set for Friday, July 25, 2025, from 6 to 8 P.M.
UNO’s Victor Winter Discusses Growing Threat of AI-Driven Scams on KMTV
KMTV features UNO’s Victor Winter on the rise of AI-driven scams and how to protect yourself.
UNO’s Jaci Lindburg Selected for Leadership Nebraska Class XVII
Jaci Lindburg, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor for Innovative and Learning-Centric Initiatives at UNO, has been selected for Leadership Nebraska Class XVII, a statewide program that develops and connects Nebraska’s top leaders.
UNO’s Pitching Lab Uses Cutting-Edge Technology to Enhance Athlete Performance as Seen on KETV and KMTV
KETV and KMTV highlight UNO’s state-of-the-art Pitching Lab.
UNO Experts Examine Israel-Iran Conflict on Nebraska Public Media’s "Consider This"
UNO’s Curtis Hutt, Ph.D., and James D. Clark, Ph.D., examine the historical and religious factors behind a sudden conflict between Israel and Iran in the latest episode of "Consider This."
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Nazaneen Rahmanzai Advisor of the Month
Rahmanzai was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.