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UNO Celebrates a New Class of Mavericks at December 2025 Commencement
This semester’s graduating class included 920 Nebraska natives and 401 first-generation students.
UNO-Led Team Pioneers First Catheter-Based Treatment to Eliminate Arterial Calcium
A $2.7 million NIH grant is supporting the development of the first therapy that can directly remove arterial calcification and improve blood flow in patients with peripheral artery disease.
Regents Approve $67.5M Privately Funded Capital Projects at UNO for Omaha Athletics
A $55 million training facility and a $12.5 million baseball/softball clubhouse project will modernize Omaha Athletics facilities and rival NCAA Division I power programs.
UNO Launches Nebraska Cyber Matrix: Students Work With Local Firms to Combat Cyber Threats
The Nebraska Cyber Matrix pairs students with local businesses to fight real cybersecurity attacks, building home-grown talent with job-ready skills while protecting Nebraska's digital infrastructure.
Meet These Mavericks
From Student to Mentor at UNO
UNO alum Fabio Gbetanou returned to his alma mater with purpose as an admissions representative. Today, he proudly shares the university experience that shaped his life with future Mavericks.
How Dylan Clute Designed His Legacy at UNO
From the graphic design lab to campus leadership, UNO’s Dylan Clute shows how education, opportunity, and support help every student find their voice.
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
Chancellor Li: Reflecting on 2025, Looking Ahead to 2026
This email message was sent by Chancellor Li to the campus community ahead of the Holiday Closedown.
UNO Names Elizabeth Schwartz Employee of the Month, December 2025
Schwartz was praised for her dedication to supporting students and her Maverick spirit.
Parking and Transit Services Updates
Read about updates to parking and shuttle services for the end of the fall semester, the Holiday Closedown, and the start of the spring semester.
UNO Celebrates a New Class of Mavericks at December 2025 Commencement
This semester’s graduating class included 920 Nebraska natives and 401 first-generation students.
Fall 2025 Commencement: Meet the CAS Grads
Get to know the newest Maverick alumni!
Teaching Excellence, Lasting Impact
How TEA Alumni Are Transforming Classrooms Across Pakistan
CPAR Uses UNO’s ChatGPT EDU Access to Explore Practical, Ethical Ways to Use AI in Community-Engaged Research
UNO’s Center for Public Affairs Research (CPAR) leverages ChatGPT EDU access to study practical and ethical AI uses in community-engaged research.
UNO-Led Team Pioneers First Catheter-Based Treatment to Eliminate Arterial Calcium
A $2.7 million NIH grant is supporting the development of the first therapy that can directly remove arterial calcification and improve blood flow in patients with peripheral artery disease.
Three UNO Accounting Students Selected for National IMA Student Leadership Conference
Glenda Bricko, Matt Nourie, and Logan Groesser represented UNO at a national gathering of future accounting leaders, thanks to the IMA MEF (Memorial Education Funds) grant awarded to the School of Accounting.
UNO to Opt In to House Settlement Terms
The move reinforces the strategic plan set more than a year ago to position the Mavericks to succeed in the new era of college athletics.
Instructions for Logging Hours the During Holiday Closedown
Faculty and staff should submit floating holiday and vacation time by Dec. 16.
Campus Recreation and Wellness Winter Break Hours
Make your wellness a priority this winter at Campus Recreation and Wellness!
Dr. Craig S. Maher Wins Best Book Award for Research on Municipal Fiscal Health
Maher and his co-authors Sungho Park, Bruce McDonald III, and Steven Deller, received the award for Maher's book "Understanding Municipal Fiscal Health: A Model for Local Governments in the USA."
Call for Experts: UNO FAST Workshops
UNO Human Resources is seeking subject matter experts to lead spring workshops for the UNO Faculty and Staff Training program (UNO FAST); proposals are due Jan. 20.
Taricka Burton Earns Board of Regents Kudos Award
Burton was recognized by colleagues for her leadership and unwavering commitment to student success.
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Corbyn Ayer Advisor of the Month
Ayer was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.
Upcoming Seasonal Changes to the Maverick Daily and the Bullseye
Both publications will have adjusted schedules ahead of the spring semester.
Coming Home to Creativity: How UNO’s MFA in Writing Helped Christine Nessler Rediscover Her Spark
UNO’s MFA in Writing helped Christine Nessler reconnect with her creativity, rebuild confidence, and rediscover the joy of storytelling.
UNO Capstone Cup Crowns Fall 2025 Champions
Student teams go head-to-head in UNO’s premier business pitch competition, bringing big ideas, bold strategy, and Maverick spirit to the finals.
Regents Approve $67.5M Privately Funded Capital Projects at UNO for Omaha Athletics
A $55 million training facility and a $12.5 million baseball/softball clubhouse project will modernize Omaha Athletics facilities and rival NCAA Division I power programs.
Canvas Convergence Project to Launch in Fall 2026
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.
The IS&T Experience Episode 1: Inside the Tech Careers Seminar
Meet Jayla Gilbert, a UNO student who discovered that getting started in the technology industry isn't about knowing everything—it's about taking the first step.
Student Success Stories at Criss Library: Compassion in Crisis
Jen Riedl, a Medical Humanities major, combined research, art, and technology to create Compassion in Crisis: Unveiling the Dangers of AI in Healthcare Settings—an award-winning multimedia exhibition exploring how artificial intelligence shapes patient care and empathy.
Gurpreet S. Dhillon Named College of Business Administration Dean
The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) has named Gurpreet S. Dhillon, Ph.D., the next dean of the College of Business Administration (CBA), effective Jan. 12, 2026, pending approval by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents.
Service Learning Project Gives Fall Fest to Students
Communication students used their capstone project to give back to the university community by organizing Fall Fest, while giving them firsthand experience at event planning and community relations.
UNO Names Taricka Burton Employee of the Month, November 2025
Burton was praised for her leadership, positive attitude, and commitment to enhancing the student experience.
UNOTheatre Presents: "Jesus Christ Superstar"
UNOTheatre presents a modern retelling of the most shared story in human history, complete with guitar solos and graffiti.
Young South Asian Leaders Initiative (YSALI) Regional Workshop
YSALI regional workshops gather emerging leaders from across South Asia alongside local experts for an inspiring three-day program of training, dialogue, collaboration, and networking.
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Sean Treacy Advisor of the Month
Treacy was nominated by his peers for his dedication to student success.
Ways to Support at December 2025 Commencement
Looking for a way to be involved in December 2025 Commencement? We have some great opportunities for you. Sign up to volunteer by Dec. 12.
