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UNO News

Friday, January 30, 2026
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UNO Online Master’s in Criminal Justice Named Top 5 Nationally by U.S. News

UNO climbs higher in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs rankings landing No. 3 for veterans and No. 5 overall in the U.S.

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UNO Earns Prestigious Carnegie Community Engagement Designation

The Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement continues two decades of excellence in public service and partnership.

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More Than 5,000 Students Named to Fall 2025 UNO Dean’s and Chancellor’s Lists

UNO celebrates Maverick academic excellence across Nebraska, the nation, and the world.

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Campus Budget Update

An update on UNO's budget planning process and gratitude for university faculty and staff.

Omaha Athletics

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Regents Approve $67.5M Privately Funded Capital Projects at UNO for Omaha Athletics

Track and Field

Track and Field to compete in Washburn Open

Katelynn Kock | Nina Wiese

Women’s Tennis falls to UIC

Meet These Mavericks

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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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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.

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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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Call for Moderators and Judges: Student Research and Creative Activity Fair

You're invited to sign up to be a moderator or judge for the 18th Annual Student Research and Creative Activity Fair on March 27.

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UNO CPAR Collaborates with City of Omaha for Citywide Survey

UNO’s Center for Public Affairs Research is collaborating with the City of Omaha to design, administer, and analyze a citywide survey using a random-sample approach, widely considered the gold standard in survey research.

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Campus Budget Update

An update on UNO's budget planning process and gratitude for university faculty and staff.

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Chancellor’s Leadership Academy Celebrates Second Cohort Graduation

Fourteen emerging campus leaders have successfully completed the 18-month professional development program. The cohort was recognized during a graduation ceremony held on Jan. 20.

Exterior photo of the CPACS building at UNO.

UNO Online Master’s in Criminal Justice Named Top 5 Nationally by U.S. News

UNO climbs higher in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs rankings landing No. 3 for veterans and No. 5 overall in the U.S.

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Flyover Demographics Creates Space for Creativity, Technology, and Community in Northeast Nebraska

For Jeremy Wynia, Flyover Demographics began with a long-held love of storytelling and a belief that creative talent doesn’t need to leave rural Nebraska to thrive.

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UNO Names Anita Lee Employee of the Month

Lee was praised for her leadership, adaptability, and commitment to creating meaningful experiences for students.

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Coleman Elected President of National Public Health Accrediting Body

Jason D. Coleman, PhD, MSPH, associate dean in UNO’s College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences, has been elected president of the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), the national accreditor for public health schools and programs.

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Is ChatGPT EDU right for you? A Q&A With Craig Maher: How He Adopted AI In His Work

UNO faculty use AI to enhance research, teaching and student learning.

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Criss Library Celebrates Love Data Week

Learn about Love Data Week (February 9 - 13) and how Criss Library is celebrating.

A group of graduates in black caps and gowns pose for a group photo at commencement

More Than 5,000 Students Named to Fall 2025 UNO Dean’s and Chancellor’s Lists

UNO celebrates Maverick academic excellence across Nebraska, the nation, and the world.

A figure stands in front of a desert vista of rock formations and a cactus.

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.

The official seal of the Carnegie Foundation Elective Classifications for Community Engagement.

UNO Earns Prestigious Carnegie Community Engagement Designation

The Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement continues two decades of excellence in public service and partnership.

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Leaders Celebrate 25th Anniversary of the Health Care Cash Fund

Creation of support fund has changed health care in Nebraska.

UNO Chancellor Joanne Li poses for a photo. She is wearing a black blazer and leaning against a railing with light fixtures in the background.

UNO Chancellor Li Appointed Federal Reserve Omaha Branch Board Chair

UNO Chancellor Li Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, is serving her second three-year term on the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City’s Omaha Branch Board of Directors.

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Criss Library Update

A message was sent to UNO students, faculty, and staff to provide an update on the Jan. 12 evacuation of Criss Library.

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UNO Academic Advising Council Names Nellie S. Beyan-Olabige Advisor of the Month for Dec. 2025

Beyan-Olabige was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.

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Faculty Asked to Complete Higher Education Research Institute Survey

The 2026 UCLA HERI faculty survey is currently underway. Please complete the survey before it closes on Friday, March 13.

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Parking and Transit Services Updates

Read about updates to parking and shuttle services for the start of the spring semester.

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The New Semester Guide

A resource for all Mavericks enrolled in spring classes.

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An Update on Holiday Break Leave Entries

New information about floating holiday hours to be used by June 1, and how to enter time if you did not do so before Holiday Closedown.

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Learn About the New Services that the Creative Production Lab Has to Offer

The Creative Production Lab is proud to announce two major updates for Spring 2026, made possible by your support: New die-cut stickers and lower-priced 3D printing.

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Building More Than Businesses in Downtown North Platte

In North Platte, a family of entrepreneurs is transforming passion into progress. Through multiple locally owned businesses, downtown investment, and a deep commitment to community, their story highlights how grit, creativity, and leadership are helping revitalize Main Street while building opportunity for the next generation in west-central Nebraska.

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How Microcredential Courses Answer the Call for a New Way to Learn

How Microcredential Courses Answer the Call for a New Way to Learn

The “Dirtier Dozen” flag football team gathers for a photo after clinching their third straight NIRSA regional championship.

UNO’s “Dirtier Dozen” Flag Football Team Earns Third Straight Regional Title

Four members of the intramural squad were named to the NIRSA all-tournament team.


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