UNO News

We're Hiring! Associate/Full Professor Biomedical Informatics

The School of Interdisciplinary Informatics is looking for a tenure track Associate/Full Professor position in Biomedical Informatics with an emphasis in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology.

Diversity & Inclusion at NU

Diversity and inclusion are central to the mission and pursuit of excellence across the University of Nebraska, including at UNO.

NoyceSCIENCE Summer Internships Available

Science and/or Education majors are encouraged to apply for the NoyceSCIENCE Internships; Deadline is March 9.

Campus Closed - Wednesday, Feb. 20

Due to weather, all on campus classes and activities are canceled for Feb. 20.

CCSW Awards Luncheon Winners

These women were honored for giving their time and talents to our organization, UNO, and the surrounding community.

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.

Service Learning 101 Trainings

Are you a UNO Faculty who is interested in using service learning as a method of teaching? The UNO Service Learning Academy invites you to check out this unique series of trainings that introduce service learning.

NU Providing Faculty Support to Enhance Global Engagement Experiences in the Classroom

Faculty should submit application materials by Thursday, Feb. 28

Faculty Spotlight: Sarah Osborn, Ph.D

This article profiles new English faculty member, Dr. Sarah Osborn. It explains her role in the party. It also details why she decided to return to the English department.

Fundraisers Across Campus

Help those in need by supporting one of these fundraisers organized by the UNO community.

UNO PRSSA Helps Raise $17,000 for Alzheimer’s

This year, PRSSA members chose to volunteer social media efforts and fitting room expertise to benefit the Ultra Chic Boutique.

SPA Hosts Open House | March 14

The UNO School of Public Administration invites you to an open house on Thursday, March 14. This event provides an opportunity for prospective students to learn about the School of Public Administration, alumni to reconnect with the School, and for current students to connect with alumni who are professionals in the community.

Tommy Young-Dennis

Tommy Young-Dennis interview by Luke Wegener for LGBTQ+ Voices: The Queer Omaha Archives Oral History Project now available in UNO Libraries' Archives and Special Collections.

UNO Experts Agree This Year's Super Bowl Ads Missed The Mark

University Communications asked experts in marketing and public relations about their thoughts on this year's Super Bowl commercials.

Curious People

Are you an inquisitive person? What makes you curious? The Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center invites you to a free series that highlights an array of curious thinkers from UNO --- both emerging and established faculty scholars --- as they connect with curious minds in the community.

Provider Continuity of Care Requests Due by Feb. 28

UMR is accepting applications to allow out-of-network providers to be considered as in-network for a sixth-month period.

Event Spotlight: Issues in Classroom Writing Assessment

This article gives an overview of the content Dr. Paul Kei Matsuda presented during this workshop in the Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center on Thursday, February 7 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. In his presentation, Dr. Matsuda primarily discussed how to assess second language writing fairly and equitably.

Participation Requested for Campus Sustainability Engagement Survey

UNO's Office of Sustainability and the Chancellor's Sustainability Committee want to know what sustainability means to you.

UNO Magazine: Prose and Poetry and Panacea

Arts & Sciences Dean David Boocker found healing through writing. Thanks to UNO programs and graduates, others are discovering the same.

UNO Magazine: Crisis Mode

UNO graduates and faculty are working toward solutions for the nation's opioid crisis, including an alum developing a promising alternative to morphine.

UNO Magazine: A Healthy Dose of Art

How creativity and art can impact healing.

UNO Magazine: Campus Clinics

UNO's Speech-Language and Community Counseling Clinics boast decades of service to campus, community.

UNO Magazine: Picking a Profession

UNO center helps students find their way into a health care career.

Call for Nominations | Spirit of Service Award

This award recognizes outstanding Office/Service individuals who provide services that strengthen the community and improves the lives of others; deadline March 15.

Call for Nominations | Staff Advisory Council Award

University Faculty and Staff are invited to submit nominations for the SAC Recognition Award; deadline March 15.

BLUEBARN Production Features Strong UNO Ties

A UNO alum and former UNO student are co-starring in the latest Blue Barn Theatre production: "I and You"

Students, Staff Build Traditions, Take Maverick Spirit on the Road

UNO's Office of Spirit and Tradition celebrates all things Mavericks - at home and on the road - throughout the year

Information on Lactation Spaces for Mothers

UNO provides a number of mother's room options across campus

Staff Advisory Council | Lamarr Womble's Presentation

If you weren't able to attend or are interested in seeing it again, the event recording is now available.

Trailblazers, Old Souls, and Students with Integrity

Theresa Barron-McKeagney recently had the most amazing conversation with the current CPACS student government senators, Ali Reil and Dalton Meister.

No One Left Behind Conference Explores Aging and Inclusivity

The Department of Gerontology and partners will host the 7th biennial Aging with Passion & Purpose Conference: No One Left Behind on March 19.

GASSW hosts Gandhi Symposium | WBILS hosts Promoting the General Welfare Conference

The Grace Abbott School of Social Work will host the 16th Gandhi Symposium on March 6, 2019, with keynote Deborah Ortega, Ph.D. The William Brennan Institute for Labor Studies will host the 20th Annual Promoting the General Welfare Conference on March 23, 2019, with keynote Lonnie Stephenson.

UNO Theatre Students Looking to Take Their Talents to Scotland's Edinburgh Festival Fringe

The 2019 Edinburgh Festival Fringe

FEAP Newsletter: February 2019

Every month, UNO's Faculty Employee Assistance Program (FEAP) publishes a newsletter with important information, tips and guidance on wellness

UNO Professor Among Great Plains IDeA-CTR Newest Pilot Awardees

The goal of the Pilot Program is to provide support to the most promising and novel clinical and translational research projects and help investigators obtain preliminary data necessary for successful investigator-initiated extramural grants.

Andrews Named Pastor of Newman Center

The Rev. Dan Andrews has been named pastor of the St. John Paul II Newman Center, a student housing facility and home for campus ministry programming run by the Archdiocese of Omaha.

Third Annual Accounting Careers Expo Offers Networking, Personal Insight

The Expo welcomed nearly 110 students and 44 business exhibitors to Mammel Hall. The event was open to UNO students, local high schools, and community colleges and aimed to answer questions about the accounting profession while offering networking opportunities.

UNO's Best Are Nebraska's Best

UNO Names Joe Hayes Employee of the Month

Joe was nominated by his peers for his rich experience and dedication to office clients.

New "Block" Membership Option for Campus Recreation

Purchase of one of these membership options grants an individual access to Wellness Center programs and facilities during their selected time block.

New Login Option for MavLINK

A new login option for MavLINK will be introduced soon, allowing you to use your UNO campus credentials (NETID) to access this key system.

‘Nebraska’s Sons and Daughters Deserve Opportunities’: President Bounds Joined By Business, Education Leaders in Supporting H3 Careers Scholarship Act

University of Nebraska President Hank Bounds was joined by some of the state’s most prominent business leaders in testifying for a major investment in student scholarships to retain more top talent and grow Nebraska’s workforce.

The Maverick Minute | TEDxUNO 2019

Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D. sits down with Dr. Jonathan Benjamin-Alvarado to discuss this year's TEDxUNO, "Resilience".

The Maverick Minute | Teacher Scholars Academy

Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D. sits down with Sarah Edwards to discuss the Teacher Scholars Academy.

Spring 2019 Reading Series

Sales Program Gives Students Foundation

The sales program partners with local businesses to present students with real business scenarios, giving them insight into what it’s like to work in the field.

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Lisabeth Buchelt

This is a short profile of Dr. Buchelt, the resident Medievalist of the UNO English Department. In the article, she discusses the importance of studying literature from the past. She describes the courses she is teaching. The profile ends with a discussion of the events ("Ordo in Motion" and "Cosmos and creation") that she will participating in at the end of the month.

Professor Sewell Earns Alumni Award for Excellence

Destynie Sewell, J.D., MBA, and Assistant Professor of Business Law and Ethics was recently named the winner of the 2019 College of Public Affairs and Community Service (CPACS) Alumni Award for Excellence in Public Service.

UNO Students Make Breakthrough In Cancer Research

A pair of University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) graduate students have made a breakthrough that one day could help better the lives of cancer patients.

2019 Survey of Assessment Culture

This annual, nation-wide, anonymous survey explores faculty perceptions influencing cultures of assessment within institutions of higher education.

'Krispy Krunchy Chicken' Available In the Maverick Den

If you have not already noticed, Maverick Den is looking a little different these past few days. The new look comes with an exciting announcement.

Flag Lowering for Anna Sommers

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Anna Sommers who recently passed away.

Endangered Data Week 2019

Endangered Data Week is a grassroots effort promoting the care, engagement, and awareness for open access to all endangered collections.

UNO Athletics Corporate Partners

Below is a list of preferred vendors who support UNO Athletics as a corporate sponsor. Connect with the sponsor directly, or contact Omaha Sports Properties for more information.

Service Learning Projects Provide Educational Support for Joslyn Art Museum

In the Fall 2018 semester, two classes helped produce educational material for a new exhibition and public art initiative as part of a service learning partnership with Joslyn Art Museum

Open Access Fund Available to Students

UNO Libraries support students and employees publishing in open access journals.

Head of UNMC, NE Med Facilities to Step Down, Amend to Assume Interim Lead Role

John Amend, assistant vice chancellor and director of Facilities Management and Planning at UNO, will take over responsibility for academic facilities and UNMC/Nebraska Medicine utilities this spring

Alumni Highlight: Nicholas Richman

Meet Nicholas! A 2018 computer science graduate, he has some awesome advice to give any student going through our programs. From joining student organizations to checking out the IS&T career fairs, Nicholas talks about how IS&T set him up for success in his career.

Accessibility Services Center Welcomes New Accessibility Specialist

Nick Oegema will be working directly with students to ensure access to accommodations is in place, and he'll also be collaborating with faculty and staff to provide guidance on the accommodation process.

Meeting Our Needs as English Majors and Minors

Short synopsis of the New English Major Information Meeting that occurred on Friday, January 14 in the Milo Bail Student Center.

Courtney Luxon Earns Regional Award for Academic Advising

The National Academic Advising Association will present Luxon with the award in May.

Military-Affiliated Services at UNO

The Veterans Integration to Academic Leadership program and Nebraska Veterans Affairs will be hosting satellite services in the Office of Military and Veteran Services throughout the Spring 2019 semester.

Great Plains IDeA-CTR Offering Research Studios

The GP IDeA-CTR is pleased to offer Research Studios for early career investigators, to help refine their research.

From the Ivory Coast, Three Brothers Find a Home at UNO

Inspired by their uncle who graduated over a decade ago from UNO, three brothers from the Ivory Coast moved half a world away to major in computer science at IS&T.

Honoring the Fallen

IS&T built software system helps identify the remains of U.S. soldiers in a partnership with the DPAA.

Update from the Chancellor on Cenergistic

In the coming days and weeks, Cenergistic will begin a limited implementation of their recommendations in a select number of buildings.

Flag Lowering for Robert Gates

The university is mourning the passing of the UNO Hall of Fame baseball coach.

UNO Shines at Nebraska Public Relations Awards

Students, faculty and staff took home 16 awards at the 2018 Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Nebraska Paper Anvil Awards.

Staff Advisory Council Survey Results

With over 500 responses, the results of SAC's survey are now available.

Sarah Kole Earns Board of Regents KUDOS Award

The Housing Operations Coordinator accepted the award on Jan. 25.

Nebraska's 2018-2019 Outstanding Music Educator of the Year

UNO alumna Debbie Martinez

President’s Op-Ed: New Year Brings New Opportunities to Strengthen Nebraska Together

President Hank Bounds gives his thoughts on where the University of Nebraska has been and where it's headed next.

Meet Leann, Executive Masters Degree Alumni

At the start of 2019, we know you have some big goals on your list you want to achieve. Our Executive Master of Science in Information Technology is here to help you accomplish your career aspirations. Wondering what our new degree is all about? Check out one recent graduate's story.

Flag Lowering for Julia Derrick

The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO student Julia Derrick who passed away.

Call for Proposals | Women and Public Policy Week

Organize an event or submit an event idea for Women and Public Policy Week; deadline Feb. 1.