UNO News

Update: Head of UNMC, NE Med Facilities to Stay On in Current Role

In January 2019, Ken Hansen, associate vice chancellor of facilities at UNMC and vice president of facilities at Nebraska Medicine, had announced he would be stepping down and UNO's John Amend would be taking over his responsibilities in the interim.

Meet Lauren Allpress: Computer Science alumni

A Colorado native, Lauren found a love for programming at her local community college. After earning her associate's degree, she transferred to IS&T where she quickly earned valuable internships and her degree.

Stop the Bleed Training Available at UNO

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) has joined the “Stop the Bleed” campaign,  a national awareness program designed to train, equip and empower people to help in mass casualty events through use of tourniquets.

Hank Bounds to Step Down as NU President

After nearly four years leading NU through a period of transformational collaboration and momentum, Bounds is stepping away from administration to transition to other educational and consulting work.

A Message from Chancellor Gold on President Bounds' Announcement

Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., shares a message following Monday's announcement that President Hank Bounds will be leaving the University of Nebraska.

RESPECT Engagement Survey Open to Faculty, Staff

Your input makes a difference.

Update: Road Closures Impacting Campus Now Open

Two road closures impacting campus have re-opened after repairs.

Flood Relief Donation Management Center to Open

The recent flooding has impacted many of our colleagues, students and communities. To meet immediate needs, the University of Nebraska at Omaha, University of Nebraska Medical Center and Nebraska Medicine will open a Flood Relief Donation Management Center.

NBDC to Assist Nebraska Businesses Impacted by 2019 Floods with Free Counseling Services

NBDC to Assist Nebraska Businesses with FEMA Contracting as a Result of Recent Flooding

NBDC to Assist Nebraska Businesses Impacted by 2019 Floods with Free Counseling Services

NBDC to Assist Nebraska Businesses with FEMA Contracting as a Result of Recent Flooding

ULOP Program Aims to Meet State's Growing Legal Needs

In its second year, a partnership between UNO and the University of Nebraska College of Law aims to encourage more students in underrepresented communities to purse a legal education; deadline April 5.

Innovation Unbound: Dr. Diamond’s Upcoming Book Defends Innovative Dynamism

UNO CBA Professor of Economics Dr. Art Diamond explores entrepreneurial capitalism – or what he terms “innovative dynamism” – in his upcoming book to be published June 2019.

UNO CBA’s Dr. Yanhui Zhao Quoted by BBC News

The UNO CBA Assistant Professor of Marketing recently wrote about the Weight Watchers rebranding, with his insightful comments picked up by BBC News.

The UNO EMBA Program Is Different – And Gets Results

UNO EMBA Alumnus Justin Rediger reflects on his time in the program and how the capstone’s real-world experiences differentiate it from all the rest.

The Capstone Cup: UNO CBA’s Unparalleled Senior Experience

The UNO CBA Capstone Cup, a mandatory semester-long competition for all graduating seniors, is a unique critical thinking opportunity unequaled by other area business colleges.

New Late-Night Shuttle Option Begins March 25

UNO Parking will now offer a shuttle option that runs until midnight between the Dodge and Scott Campuses

Password Expiration Requirement to End Thanks to Two-Factor Authentication

Changes will take place on March 24 but users should not have to change anything.

Flag Lowering for Charles Barrett

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO student Charles Barrett who recently passed away.

Honors Convocation

You are invited to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions made by the outstanding faculty and students of UNO at this year’s Faculty and Student Honors Convocations; RSVP by April 3.

Flag Lowering for Matthew Fenner

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Matthew Fenner who recently passed away.

Section of University Drive North Closed for Repairs

From Monday, March 18, through Sunday, March 24, a section of University Drive North, between University Drive West and Parking Lot F, on the Dodge Campus will be closed for road repairs.

UNO Supports Those Affected by New Zealand Attacks

The UNO community stands in solidarity with those impacted by the Christchurch attacks.

Help with Flood Relief Efforts

Share your Maverick Spirit by helping support those impacted by flooding.

Campus Resources For Those Impacted by Flooding

We are here to provide support and ensure you are taken care of as part of our Maverick Family.

CPACS hosts the Economic Impact of Transportation Conference | April 5

The College of Public Affairs and Community Service is hosting a half-day exploration into the economic role that transportation plays across the state of Nebraska on April 5. The event is a kickoff event to Nebraska Public Transit Week.

Goodrich faculty member receives Alumni Outstanding Teaching Award

Todd Richardson, an associate professor in the Goodrich Scholarship Program, was a recipient of a 2019 Alumni Outstanding Teaching Award. 

Aviation Institute welcomes naval aviator to instructional staff

Research Highlights: Student Research and Creative Activity Fair

More than 200 students from each of UNO's six colleges had the opportunity last week to showcase their hard work at the 2019 Student Research and Creative Activity Fair.

Flag Lowering for Diane Andrew

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Diane Andrew who recently passed away.

Deterrence, Assurance Conference Highlights Excellence in National Security

More than 200 attendees traveled to the UNO campus on March 7 and 8 to take part in the Fourth Annual Deterrence and Assurance Academic Alliance Conference

UNO Graduate Programs Ranked Among Best in Field

Students looking for exceptional education in public affairs will find just that at the UNO College of Public Affairs and Community Service according to the new 2020 “Best Graduate Schools Rankings” from U.S. News & World Report.

NBDC Announces 2018 Nebraska Business Honors Winners

Maverick Food Pantry Providing Boxes Over Break

The Maverick Food Pantry will be closed the week of Spring Break but students can still put in requests for items to get them through the break.

UNO Names Ricardo Sanchez Employee of the Month

Ricardo was nominated by his peers for hard work and willingness to help others.

Grad Programs Ranked Among Best in Field

Students looking for exceptional education in public affairs will find just that at the University of Nebraska at Omaha according to the new 2020 “Best Graduate Schools Rankings” from U.S. News and World Report.

Mavericks Reach Summit League Final

Omaha will play in its second Summit League Championship Final in three years on March 12.

Staff Advisory Council Elections

Staff Advisory Council is looking for nine staff members to join the team; vote by March 28.

Maverick Presence Strong In 2019 WCA Tribute to Women

Five UNO alumni will be honored at the 32nd annual Tribute to Women Awards.

Stationery Refresh Puts "O" Front and Center

As part of a University of Nebraska systemwide refresh, UNO letterhead, business cards and envelopes now have a new look.

UNO Student Honored As Newman Civic Fellow

Maria L. Perez, a junior in the Business Administration Economics and Management program, has been honored for the selfless service she gives to her community and UNO.

Alumni Spotlight: Sara Tangdall Works for Google

Sara Tangdall, M.A. was once an English graduate student who had never taken a computer course before, but now she is working with Google. In her work as a Responsible Innovation Program Manager, she uses her critical thinking skills to answer questions of ethical ambiguity. Studying English gave her the tools she needs to tackle the problem of making AI ethical.

Giving Students the Tools to Arm Companies Against Cyber Attacks

UNO’s cybersecurity program is like few others. It’s one of just 20 other institutions designated by the National Security Agency (NSA) as a national Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations. It’s not easy for universities to meet the rigorous criteria for the honor, but UNO made it happen.

This Maverick Developed New Technology That Breaks from the Herd

You don’t have to be a Silicon Valley insider to launch the next great idea. Students at the University of Nebraska have the drive and resources to make a big impact on the state. Students like Rachel Ostrander Brownlee.

Women in Omaha Project

Oral history interviews from the Women in Omaha exhibit have been added to Omaha Stories project.

Finalists Announced for UNO Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Position

Four finalists have been named as candidates to serve as UNO's Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. The candidates will visit campus in the coming weeks.

Request for Applications | Sciences, Engineering and Medicine Initiative

Conducting research of the sciences, engineering or medicine? Apply now for the SEM Initiative; deadline is April 29.

Be A Champion for Engagement

Find out how you can encourage fellow faculty and staff to improve engagement on campus.

Call for Proposals: Spring 2019 Inclusive Excellence Development Grants

The University of Nebraska's Office of Diversity, Access and Inclusion offers system-level support for implementing or strengthening sustainable initiatives that advance diversity, access and inclusion.

UNO Students Design Next-Gen 3D Prosthetic Device

Biomechanics students James Pierce and Keaton Young are already impacting the lives of children across Nebraska thanks to a new, low-cost 3D-printed upper-arm prosthetic device

Inaugural Hagel Global Leadership Forum features Joe Biden

The first Chuck Hagel Global Leadership Forum, featuring former Vice President Joe Biden, was held on February 28 at UNO's Strauss Center. Working closely with former Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel, the forum was organized by a team of administrators, faculty and staff from the Political Science Department and the College of Arts & Sciences.

Reminder of Total Compensation Benefits

UNO Human Resources would like to remind all eligible employees to stay informed, take advantage and get support regarding their benefits.

State Department Launches U.S.-India Higher Education Research Collaboration Initiative

"Partnership 2020" is an initiative to build research partnerships between U.S. and Indian institutions in key 21st century academic fields.

UNO Featured by American Airlines

American Way, American Airline’s in-flight magazine, featured the Omaha metro in its March 2019 issue, including UNO.

Flag Lowering for Philip Vogel

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Philip Vogel who recently passed away.

Affordable Content Grants: OER@UNO Applications

Summer deadlines for grant applications are quickly approaching. Full and part-time faculty who are interested in converting their courses from traditionally published materials to low or no cost materials are invited to apply.

Student Spotlight: Erin Wiebe & Amanda Shurtliff

On Friday March 8, UNO English Majors Erin Wiebe and Amanda Shurtliff will be presenting at the 2019 No Limits Student Conference. The two students, encouraged by their professors, chose to share their research on sociolinguistics and patriarchy. In this article, Wiebe explores her motivation for studying the use of ‘like’ in academic register, and Shurtliff explains her desire to analyze the patriarchal forces in Virginia Woolf’s novel Mrs. Dalloway.

Dates Announced for Senior Vice Chancellor Candidate Forums

Dates have been set for four upcoming public forums to hear from finalists for the position of UNO's Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

Award Recipients Announced for 2019 Student Research and Creative Activity Fair

The UNO Office of Research and Creative Activity have identified 16 students to receive recognition for their oral and poster presentations.

MavRadio Wins 2019 Broadcast Education Association Awards

The Maverick Minute | Re-Imagining U

Chancellor Gold sits down with Laura Wakefield to discuss a collaborative employee training and development program is open to all UNO and UNMC employees.

The Maverick Minute | Maverick Food Pantry

Kristina Cammarano joins Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D. for a discussion about UNO's Maverick Food Pantry.

The Maverick Minute | UNO Health Center

Julie Kalasek discusses student care options with Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D.

The Maverick Minute | Growing UNO's Brand

Makayla McMorris discusses her vision for UNO's brand with Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D.

Campus Encouraged to Report Potholes as Wait for Warmup Continues

If you see a pothole, please report it to the appropriate facilities offices.

Attitude Is Everything

For upcoming CBA graduate Zac Marquess, attitude has allowed him to excel through college, internships, and life transitions.

Out of the Comfort Zone

UNO CBA student Michell Blodgett has enriched her experience and education by committing to a life outside of the comfort zone.

Flag Lowering for Dorothy Patach

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Dorothy Patach who recently passed away.

President Bounds, NU Supporters Testify at Budget Hearing

Joined by students, leaders in business and agriculture, and other supporters, University of Nebraska President Hank Bounds and Board of Regents Chairman Tim Clare asked the Legislature’s Appropriations Committee to invest in the future of the state by supporting affordable, quality education.

Fellowship Program Helps Train and Support Future Mental Health Providers

Through a unique fellowship program, UNMC's BHECN provides Department of Counseling graduate students with stipends, experience at specialized internship sites.

Celebrate Open Education Week

UNO Libraries is celebrating Open Education Week March 4-8, 2019 – an opportunity to raise awareness and showcase the impact of open education across the world.

Buffett Institute Fellowship Supports UNO Student’s Early Childhood Brain Cell Development Research

Doctoral candidate Andrew Riquier is testing drug therapy protocol targeting cells that could lead to future prevention and treatment of disorders such as autism.

MavCARD Services Scheduled Maintenance

MavCARD Services will be undergoing routine maintenance that will affect some services on Thursday, March 21.

Intro to LGBT Studies Class

Oral history interviews from 2016 added to Omaha Stories project.

Call for Nominations | Student Employee of the Year

Nominate a deserving student worker for Student Employee of the Year; deadline is March 29.

Flag Lowering for Ben Steiner

The UNO Flag will be lowered for UNO professor Ben Steiner, who passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 22, after a hard-fought battle with cancer.

UNO Media Mentions

Mavericks are making headlines and now you can find all the links in one convenient place. Click here for the latest batch of stories referencing UNO, updated by 9 A.M. every weekday.

UNO CBA Alumnus James Eldridge: The Professional Leader Mindset

James Eldridge, UNO MBA alumnus and Marine Officer, has used his training to master the mindset of the professional leader.

Well-Deserved Praise for UNO CBA Senior Mitch Hahn

UNO CBA students make the Omaha community proud inside and outside of the classroom. Lately, one UNO CBA student athlete in particular has been making a name for himself in the news.

Gaining Stakeholder Approval: A Winning Strategy

Dr. Erin Bass, Associate Professor of Management, researches how organizations gain social approval from stakeholders and what that means for financial performance.

Service Above Self: The Motto of CBA Alumnus Bob Harling

In January, the United Way board of directors honored UNO CBA alumnus Bob Harling with one of its most prestigious designations.

UNO alumnus receives scholarship for Japanese graduate program

As Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “Life is a journey, not a destination.” For Jorge Nieto, this quote rings particularly true when reflecting on his path to academic success.

State Department Diplomat Visits UNO

UNO’s Center for Afghanistan Studies welcomed Annie Pforzheimer, Acting Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs.

Barron's and Carson Group Partnership Gives CBA Students Competitive Edge

UNO CBA Partners with Barron's and Carson Group

UNO Brings Together Area Students For Open Dialogue on Hate Speech

Approximately 50 students from across the Omaha and Council Bluffs metro areas attended a workshop at the Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center to understand how to curb hate speech through legal and governmental processes.

Dome Repairs Ruled Out, UNO Exploring Options

University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) officials have determined that, following damage to the university's Center Street Dome, repairs are not feasible and alternative options will need to be considered for the future of the space.

Event Spotlight: Madison Larimore at TEDxUNO

TEDxUNO 2019 gathered a variety of voices in the community including English major Madison Larimore. Madison spoke on how her project “HumanKind: A Perspective Collection” deepened her understanding of her peers. For the project she conducted interviews and wrote profiles which helped her realize just how empathetic and resilient UNO students can be. She hopes that by sharing their stories we can expand empathy.

IS&T's Summer High School Internship Program: Apply By March 18th!

Get research experience before you even graduate high school. Our High School Internship Program is designed to help you define what you love about information technology; deadline is March 18.