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#NUforNE: Keeping Nebraska Communities Healthy
Marcia Adler, Ph.D., is passionate about her community. She’s also passionate about keeping her community healthy.

Social Mobility, Experiential Learning Focus of Interview with UNO Chancellor Li
Increasing social mobility and providing inclusive access to higher education and experiential learning opportunities were the highlights of a recent interview with UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA.

More Than 4,800 UNO Students Named to Dean's, Chancellor's Lists in Fall 2022
These students are being recognized for their academic achievements during the Fall 2022 semester at UNO with inclusion on the Chancellor's and/or Dean's List.
Access the Experts

Access the Experts: Adrian Dowell
In this installment, Dowell answers: "What is NIL and how will it impact the future of Division I athletics?"

Access the Experts: Zhigang Feng
In this installment, Feng answers: "Why has there been an increase in the price of gas and other goods in the US economy?"

Access the Experts: William Kramer
In this installment, Kramer answers: "What can teams do now to improve virtual teamwork?"
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UNO Retrospective Photograph Exhibit now open in UNO Libraries’ Archives and Special Collections
This exhibit is composed of 28 matted photographs depicting the University of Nebraska at Omaha campus as it appeared in 1987 compared with earlier decades. The exhibit is up through June 1, 2023 in the Archives and Special Collections on the first floor of Criss Library.
Flag Lowering for Bruce Ruhge
The UNO flag will be lowered on Tuesday, Feb. 7, in memory of Baxter Arena employee Bruce Glenn Ruhge.
Benefits and Affordability Options for Undergraduate Students Considering Graduate School
Undergrad student considering graduate school? Here are a few benefits and affordability options to help get started on achieving a graduate degree at UNO.
The Big Ten Academic Alliance Renews Wiley Open Access Publishing Agreement
The Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) has renewed and expanded the Open Access (OA) publishing agreement with Wiley from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2025.
UNO Concert Choir to Perform at Carnegie Hall
In March, the UNO Concert Choir will perform at Carnegie Hall, one of the most renowned performance venues in the world.
UNO Discount Available for 2023 YP Summit Tickets
Want to attend the 2023 YP Summit sponsored by UNO Office of Graduate Studies? Take advantage of a special discount code before Friday, March 17.
University of Nebraska (NU) System Board of Regents Meeting
The Board provides strategic leadership to the University, promoting and advocating for the advancement of the University's mission of education, research and outreach.
Call for Presenters: DEAI Symposium at UNO
Mavericks passionate about diversity, equity, access, and inclusion (DEAI) will present information that allows students, faculty, staff, and community members to engage in conversations that propel DEAI forward.
#NUforNE: Keeping Nebraska Communities Healthy
Marcia Adler, Ph.D., is passionate about her community. She’s also passionate about keeping her community healthy.
2022 Nene Field Ambassador Shares Story of Summer in Ireland, and Applications Open for 2023 Program
Hear from Kirk Henningsen, the 2022 UNO Nene Field Ambassador, about his time in Ireland this summer. Kirk studied at one of UNO's newest partner universities, University of Galway. You'll also find the announcement about the 2023 Nene Field Ambassador Scholarship, with details where this year's program will take place and how to apply.
UNO’s Aviation Institute Adds Boeing 737 Flight Simulator
The University of Nebraska at Omaha’s (UNO) Aviation Institute is home to a new Boeing 737 Flight Training Device from Flightdeck Solutions (FDS).
Josie Nelson shines in Political Science Graduate Program at UNO
Student experiences at online masters program in Political Science Program.
Rashonda Austin to Serve as Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Austin, a UNO graduate, will be responsible for leading recruitment and admissions at the undergraduate level.
Mark Martinez Understands the Significance of Alumni Volunteering at UNO
Alumni volunteering time and talents provides resources for current students, faculty and staff to help ensure future success. It is also a great way to strengthen relationships between alumni, current students and faculty.
This Month in Service Learning
Read about all of the service learning activities happening across campus each month.
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Anthony Roberson
Anthony Roberson's education in I-O psychology has given him the tools to serve in a leadership role with NCITE’s STEM Innovation Fellows program.
N-SIGHTS: 2023 Terrorism Outlook
"In 2023, much of the U.S. prevention and counterterrorism workforce will be expected to do more with less as they hold the line against a low-resolution, but high-impact threat," writes NCITE's Austin Doctor.
Grispos: Awareness Needed for Cyber Threats Facing Agriculture
With the agriculture industry moving more towards technology, farmers young and old need to be aware of how cyber-attacks can affect the farms.
Celebrate Black History Month
The Office of Multicultural Affairs provides cultural programs that engage and educate our diverse student body and the UNO community.
"Beyond Words: Using Photovoice to Explore College Student Experiences of the COVID-19 Pandemic" Exhibit Opens
This exhibit explores how UNO undergraduate students returned back to campus following the remote learning of the pandemic. It uses photovoice — a participatory research approach that uses photo-journaling to communicate lived experiences that may be difficult to express in words alone; on display Feb. 15 to April 28.
Under the Hood of a UNO Pitching Lab Evaluation
The UNO Pitching Lab provides the most accurate and sophisticated analysis of pitching mechanics, rivaling the best in the world.
UNO Collaboration Awarded Prestigious Mellon Grant
Four faculty members from UNO’s College of Arts and Sciences will highlight the role of the literary imagination in making and remaking worlds and societies with the support of a grant from the Mellon Foundation.
Social Mobility, Experiential Learning Focus of Interview with UNO Chancellor Li
Increasing social mobility and providing inclusive access to higher education and experiential learning opportunities were the highlights of a recent interview with UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA.
Online Programs at the University of Nebraska at Omaha Receive National Recognition
Online programs at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) continue to receive national recognition in newly updated rankings from U.S. News & World Report.
Get in the Game: Maverick Athletics Ticketing Information
With 16 Division-I sports teams, the Omaha Mavericks are hitting the ice, the court, the field, the pitch, the track, the pool, and the green throughout the year. Learn how you can cheer on the Mavs in person this season!
Edick to Step Down as Dean of CEHHS
Nancy Edick, Ed.D., Lois G. Roskens Dean of the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS), has announced that she will step down from the position after 14 years of leadership of the college at the conclusion of the Summer 2023 semester.
Protecting Healthcare Workers: A Resource on Doxing
Physicians and other healthcare workers are increasingly becoming targets of doxing. This document includes tips for how they can protect themselves.
UNO Students Graduate as Community Engaged Scholars
Students who earn and receive this designation connect their academic endeavors with our community.
Samuel Bak Museum: The Learning Center Introduces New Team Members
Samuel Bak Museum: The Learning Center would like to introduce two new team members. Alexandra Cardon is the Gallery Manager and Assistant Curator of Samuel Bak Museum: The Learning Center. Beth Stinson is the Administrative Associate for Samuel Bak Museum: The Learning Center.
Alternative Worksite Forms Due Jan. 31
In December 2022, the University of Nebraska leaders announced a new Alternative Worksite Policy that outlines processes for staff seeking remote or hybrid work arrangements; form due by Jan. 31.
Dean Bartle Elected as President-Elect of the American Society for Public Administration
Dean John Bartle, Ph.D., has been elected to a two-year term as president-elect of the 8,000 member American Society for Public Administration (ASPA).
The Conversation: The Origins of Foundations and Controlling Wealth After Death
Nuri Heckler, Ph.D., assistant professor of public administration at UNO, authored an article for The Conversation exploring the origins of foundations used by wealthy individuals to control the spending of their money long after their deaths.
UNO and MCC Collaborate to Offer New Transfer Pathway
Metropolitan Community College students have a new transfer pathway to guide them to completion of a bachelor’s degree at the University of Nebraska Omaha.
#NUforNE: Empowering College Students Through Experiential Learning
UNO is focusing on internships and other experiential learning opportunities that help their students and the community at the same time. Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, is excited about the possibilities—and the way that UNO can serve as a facilitator in meeting workforce needs.
Samuel Bak Museum: The Learning Center Opens to Public Feb. 4
The grand opening day will include tours and an evening event featuring the artist Samuel Bak.
Connect. Take Care. Get Help. A Reminder of Campus Resources
UNO stands ready to assist the Maverick community - at any time - with important resources for students, faculty, and staff because we hear you, we see you, and you are welcome here.
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Andrew Beck Advisor of the Month
Beck was nominated by his peers for his dedication to student success.
UNO’s Pakistan Teaching Excellence and Achievement Alumni Return Home to Make Impacts in their Communities
UNO's TEA Grant teachers returned to Pakistan and are now completing a variety of leadership projects which will greatly impact their communities.
Register Today: NCITE Panel on Terrorist Use of Memes
NCITE will host an expert panel exploring how terrorist organizations weaponize memes to spread ideology and facilitate violence.
Parking and Transit Updates
Information about parking and shuttle services during the spring semester.
The Semester Guide
A resource for all Mavericks enrolled in 2023 classes.
More Than 4,800 UNO Students Named to Dean's, Chancellor's Lists in Fall 2022
These students are being recognized for their academic achievements during the Fall 2022 semester at UNO with inclusion on the Chancellor's and/or Dean's List.
Call for Nominations: Maverick Student Employment Awards
Highlight the great work that is happening in your departments with student employment; nominations due Feb. 3.
Online Course Development Grants Available
These grants have been established to support the development of quality online courses and programs that align with UNO's strategic goals; apply by Feb. 1.
Faculty Leaves of Absence Requests
Over the last year, efforts have been underway to revise the faculty leaves request and approval process.
Nebraska Deterrence Lab Hosts Experiment with Regional FBI Agents
Agents from the FBI joined the Nebraska Deterrence Lab to run an experiment analyzing potential threats to the Nebraska and Iowa agricultural economy.
Flag Lowering for Steven Nath
The UNO flag will be lowered on Tuesday, January 17, in memory of UNO School of Accounting lecturer Steven Nath.
Annual Nominations for Newman Civic Fellowship
Apply to be the next Newman Civic Fellow! Newman Civic Fellows receive training and resources that nurture your assets and passions to help you develop strategies for social change. The year-long program includes virtual learning opportunities and networking as part of a national network of engaged student leaders.
UNO Chancellor Li Appointed to KC Federal Reserve Omaha Branch Board of Directors
The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City announced today that University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, has been appointed to serve a three-year term on its Omaha Branch Board of Directors.
Innovative Rx Fills Unique Needs for Doctors, Patients
The ability to refine, combine, and personally tailor medications to fit a doctor’s orders as well as the needs of individual patients sets Innovative Rx, a compounding pharmacy in Kearney, apart from the services available at a traditional pharmacy.
Prescription Pyro, LLC is Dedicated to Fighting and Preventing Wildfires
The loss of his best friend’s life nearly 30 years ago put Bob Harrold on a career path where he and his company, Prescription Pyro, are dedicated to saving lives and protecting property.
Eight UNO Researchers Among Top Two Percent Cited Worldwide in Their Fields
An ongoing Stanford University study examining the impact and citations of all researchers has identified eight current and former UNO faculty who rank among the top two percent of researchers in the world in their fields.
NBDC’s Procurement Technical Assistance Center Renamed to Nebraska APEX Accelerator
The Procurement Technical Assistance Center will be renamed to Nebraska APEX Accelerator.