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UNO News

Thursday, July 23, 2026
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Large illuminated marquee letters spelling "OMAHAXAI" are displayed indoors, surrounded by clusters of blue, purple, and silver balloons and metallic star-shaped balloons.

UNO’s OMA x AI Emphasizes Experimentation, Innovation, and Understanding

UNO’s second annual AI conference challenged its sold-out audience to experiment with the technology and discover new ways of ideating, thinking, learning, and creating.

Four young children wearing yellow, blue, and green mesh scarves over their heads walk in a line across a room during a movement or sensory activity. A UNO student intern stands in the background, smiling as they observe.

Building Stronger Bodies and Minds Through Inclusive Play

The program hosted by UNO is laying the groundwork for the athletes and health professionals of tomorrow.

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Why Do Some People Thrive on Caffeine, but Others Feel Nothing? Zebrafish Have Some Clues

New UNO research suggests caffeine doesn't affect everyone the same way, at least if you're a zebrafish. The findings could help scientists better understand anxiety and stress in humans.

UNO's Jennifer Lemke stands in a classroom holding an open book and smiling toward the camera.

UNO’s First Presidential Chair Working to Improve Statewide Literacy

Jennifer Lemke, Ed.D., the inaugural recipient of the Lozier Endowed Presidential Chair in Literacy, seeks to build a better generation of readers in Nebraska.

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Omaha Swimming and Diving

Omaha Swimming and Diving Announces 2026-27 Schedule

Omaha Hockey

13 Omaha Hockey Newcomers Earn NCHC Academic Honors

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Men's Basketball earns 2025-26 NABC academic recognition

Meet These Mavericks

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Gio Gomez: Becoming Someone

When Gio Gomez arrived at UNO, he wasn’t entirely sure what he wanted to do with his future.

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Mavericks Set to Move Into On-Campus Housing

We can't wait to welcome Mavericks "home" to their new residences on campus this fall! Check out this guide for what you need to know as you move-in.

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Parking and Transit Services Updates

Read about updates to parking and shuttle services for the end of the summer sessions through the start of the fall semester.

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Update Regarding State Budget Directives

A message from Chancellor Li to faculty and staff on recent state budget directives.

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YSALI Alumni Impact: Festival Brings Visibility for Entrepreneurs

Zahra Kamal Khan participated in the YSALI November 2025 regional workshop in Dhaka, Bangladesh. She returned to her local community with more motivation to continue strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem by inspiring new startups and giving them a vibrant platform to grow.

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The Vine Plants New Roots in Downtown North Platte

After an unexpected career shift, Jennifer Prince turned her love of plants into The Vine, a thriving specialty plant shop that's helping grow community in downtown North Platte.

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UNO Centralizes Military and VA Education Benefit Services

Military-connected students now have one central office for VA education benefit certification, support, and resources.

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Watch “Built Here: Inside Omaha Baseball” Part 6: “Enjoy The Moment”

In the sixth and final installment of the mini-documentary series “Built Here: Inside Omaha Baseball,” Jackson Trout’s bittersweet goodbye to his college baseball career.

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Textbook Mavericks Honorees for 2026: The Faculty of the Grace Abbott School of Social Work

The Textbook Mavericks initiative spotlights UNO faculty, staff, students, and donors who take significant actions to advocate for textbook affordability.

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Affordable Content at UNO: Demonstrable Impact on Student Success, Retention, and Graduation

Learn more about the positive impact affordable content has on our students and campus

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A Message from President Gold on Recent State Budget Directives

In a message to faculty and staff, University of Nebraska (NU) System President Gold provided an update on recent state budget directives.

Natalie Henson

From First Flight to Future Pilot: Natalie Henson

From first flight to future airline pilot, Natalie Henson is turning her passion for aviation into a career at the UNO Aviation Institute.

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Emerging Education Leaders Conclude Professional Exchange in Omaha 

The inaugural cohort of the Sieu Mei Tu Professional Fellows Program (PFP) welcomed three emerging education leaders from Thailand, Cambodia, and Malaysia for a four-week exchange focused on leadership, education, community engagement, and cross-cultural collaboration.

Large illuminated marquee letters spelling "OMAHAXAI" are displayed indoors, surrounded by clusters of blue, purple, and silver balloons and metallic star-shaped balloons.

UNO’s OMA x AI Emphasizes Experimentation, Innovation, and Understanding

UNO’s second annual AI conference challenged its sold-out audience to experiment with the technology and discover new ways of ideating, thinking, learning, and creating.

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On-the-Job Degree Program Elevates Early Childhood Professionals in Omaha

A new, unique partnership between UNO and Educare of Omaha, Inc. allows working childcare professionals to fulfill their practicum and student teaching hours directly within their existing full-time workplaces.

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Breakthrough Nebraska Entrepreneurship Dashboard Supports Economic Growth at the State Level

Out-of-date and inaccurate workforce data hinders key decision-making for small business entrepreneurs and early-stage startup founders, who drive job creation nationwide, and civic planners focused on economic growth.

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Danielle Battisti Announced as New Associate Dean of Social Sciences, Humanities, and Academic Affairs

Battisti previously served as chair and associate professor in the Department of History.

Nate Otten

Taking Flight: Nate Otten's Aviation Journey

Inspired by his father's military service, Nate Otten is turning his passion for aviation into a career while breaking barriers and giving back.

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Share Your Internship Story: Celebrate National Intern Day With UNO Career Services

Help Career Services showcase the incredible work Mavericks are doing through internships and practicums.

Four young children wearing yellow, blue, and green mesh scarves over their heads walk in a line across a room during a movement or sensory activity. A UNO student intern stands in the background, smiling as they observe.

Building Stronger Bodies and Minds Through Inclusive Play

The program hosted by UNO is laying the groundwork for the athletes and health professionals of tomorrow.

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Project BEST Expands Pathways to Addiction Counseling Licensure

As Nebraska's need for substance use treatment professionals grows, Project BEST is offering three summer intensive courses. One final course is still accepting registrations.

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UNO’s Space Cowboy

How UNO helped alumnus Takeaki Ando turn his dream of working with professional athletes into reality.

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UNO Academic Advising Council Names Hanna Wanzenried Solberg Advisor of the Month

Wanzenried Solberg was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.

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UNO Names Michael Pacholski Employee of the Month

He was praised for his exceptional leadership, dedication to student success, and commitment to excellence in broadcasting.

Denzel Woods

Denzel Woods: Leading Beyond the Flight Deck

A childhood fascination with airplanes over Trinidad and Tobago turned into a career in aviation leadership. Now, UNO Aviation alum Denzel Woods is helping lead Jet Card Sales at Jet Linx.

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Flag Lowering for Peggy Blake

The UNO flag will be lowered in Blake's honor on June 30.

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Nebraska Is Facing a Spanish Educator Shortage — And a New UNO Concentration Seeks to Address It

UNO's new Spanish Education concentration hopes to close state’s Spanish educator gap.

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“Build Relationships in the Daylight”: NCITE-NIAC Law Enforcement Summit Brings Practitioners and Researchers Together

The inaugural NCITE-NIAC Law Enforcement Summit brought together law enforcement leaders, researchers, intelligence analysts, and community partners for two days of conversation focused on preventing terrorism and targeted violence in the U.S.

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CBA Accounting Students Win $15K PCAOB Accounting Scholarships

Students in the UNO College of Business Administration School of Accounting have been selected as the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), Scholars.

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How All of Omaha Can Navigate the AI Era Together

Omaha Mayor John W. Ewing, Jr., UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA., and Omaha Chamber President and CEO Heath Mello outline three guiding principles for positioning Omaha for success.

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Office Spaces in UNO's Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center

The CEC fosters a warm and inviting office environment, encouraging collaboration, capacity-building, and valuable partnerships with UNO and the community. Our adaptable office spaces cater to diverse needs at affordable rates and with flexible lease terms.


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