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Friday, August 12, 2022

More Than 550 Mavericks Graduating in August 2022

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) alumni network is growing. More than 550 Mavericks will graduate this August.

Construction to Impact University Drive North by Durham Science Center

From Wednesday, Aug. 17, through Friday, Aug. 19, commuters who use University Drive North should plan alternate routes if they normally drive through the section located adjacent to Durham Science Center.

Ways to Support at August 2022 Commencement

Looking for a way to be involved in August 2022 Commencement? We have some great opportunities for you.

Purchase Parking Permits for 2022-2023

Permits for 2022-2023 will go on sale beginning Monday, Aug. 1. Open parking will be in effect Aug. 1-21.

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Jonathan Acosta

Jonathan Acosta Earns Board of Regents KUDOS Award

Acosta, director of advising for the UNO Academic and Career Development Center, was recognized for his leadership and responsiveness to the needs of students as well as his peers.

A graduate at UNO's May 2022 commencement ceremony wears a mortar board that reads "history has its eyes on me, Class of 22," playing on lyrics from the musical "Hamilton."

More Than 550 Mavericks Graduating in August 2022

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) alumni network is growing. More than 550 Mavericks will graduate this August.

on the left there is a drawing of a building with a window near the top and the bottom is surrounded by figures in hoods. On the right side, the text reads 'The Ghost of Landscape and Memory' by Byron Anway

The Ghost of Landscape and Memory Exhibit Opens

The Ghost of Landscape and Memory by Byron Anway is the newest exhibit to be shown in Criss Library's Osborne Family Gallery. The exhibit will run from August 22 - November 7, 2022.

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Current and Updated Issues Regarding SAM.gov Renewals/Registrations

Learn more about current issues that are occurring with the transition from the DUNS number and SAM.gov renewal/registration and how to troubleshoot them.

6 students are lined up in a row and smiling, and hold an award between them. They stand in front of a backdrop that says American Marketing Association Omaha.

UNO CBA Students Win Gold Marketing the Inaugural Omaha Freedom Festival

UNO College of Business Administration (CBA) students in Principles of Marketing were honored for their marketing efforts for the Omaha Freedom Festival, which commemorates Juneteenth and educates the community about North Omaha culture.

Sammi Kaiser

Kaiser Named Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Success

The Division of Institutional Effectiveness and Student Success has named Sammi Kaiser, Ph.D., as assistant vice chancellor for student success after most recently serving as senior director of academic advising, overseeing UNO's Academic and Career Development Center.

A photo of a student with a decorated graduation cap that reads "History has its eyes on me. Class of 22"

Once a Maverick, Always a Maverick: August 2022 Commencement Stories

We will be celebrating the successes of nearly 600 Mavericks on Friday, Aug. 12, during our August 2022 ceremonies. These are just some of the stories of our soon-to-be alumni and their Maverick Spirit.

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Construction to Impact University Drive North by Durham Science Center

From Wednesday, Aug. 17, through Friday, Aug. 19, commuters who use University Drive North should plan alternate routes if they normally drive through the section located adjacent to Durham Science Center.

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New Retirement Investment Options Available for Employees

Earlier this year the University of Nebraska System announced upcoming enhancements to employee retirement plans. UNO employees can schedule an on-campus consult or learn about these changes during an upcoming educational session; Aug. 17-18.

Durango move in

Volunteers Needed for Maverick Move-In

Sign up to help during Maverick Move-In on the Dodge Campus; Aug. 18-20.

Durango Days, discover opportunities, connect, learn, laugh, reflect, and grow.

Durango Days

Durango Days is UNO's official welcome week. It is packed full of involvement opportunities, activities, food, and entertainment. Enjoy the fun the first week of classes each August and January.

UNO residence hall move-in

Maverick Move-In: Welcome Home, Mavericks!

We're excited to welcome Mavericks to campus! On-campus housing at UNO provides students with first-class amenities, services, access to campus resources, and more.

Laura Thayer-Mencke

UNO Academic Advising Council Names Laura Thayer-Mencke Advisor of the Month

Thayer-Mencke was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.

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August Commencement Photo Opportunities

Looking for places to take your graduation photos in coming weeks? Take advantage of these great locations!

Showroom that includes ATVs, Utility task vehicles, and motorcycles

Client Story: NBDC Services Keep Flywheels Powersports on Track

Flywheels Powersports is an independent dealer for many brands of ATVs, utility task vehicles (UTVs), extreme terrain vehicles (XTVs), pit-bikes, dirt-bikes, mini-bikes, go-karts, golf carts, scooters, motorcycles, mobility scooters, electric bikes and other sports and recreational machines. Co-Owners Matt Shaw and Matt Ellis worked with the Nebraska Business Development Center to grow his business.

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Third Floor Collection Shift

Stay up-to-date with the third floor shifting and construction project.

UNO "O" flag lowered on campus

Flag Lowering for Daniel Stoysich

The UNO flag will be lowered on Tuesday, Aug. 2, in memory of Daniel Stoysich, a retired staff member who worked for UNO's telecommunications team.

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Client Story: Mitchell Processing Company is a Family Business

The three Rodriguez brothers purchased a Mitchell, Nebraska, meat processing company after working there for many years. The Nebraska Business Development Center was there to help with the business purchase and transition.

NU System Awards Two Mavericks With Graduate Fellowships

The prestigious fellowships are awarded to a select group of NU System graduate students each year on the basis of high academic performance and personal accomplishment.

Image of The Wellbeing Partners in their CEC Office Spaces.

Collaborative Office Spaces: Apply Now

Are you a community or university organization interested in office space? The CEC's collaborative offices are available through two different application processes. Applications are due July 1, September 1, and November 1 of 2022.

This photo shows two UNO students, both women, hugging each other just before a graduation event in May 2022.

NCITE's first alumni describe new paths

Following the first NCITE graduation in May 2022, two UNO graduates describe how their work with the DHS center of excellence shaped their paths.

This photo shows a DHS official shaking hands with a UNO sophomore, Eva Burklund.

DHS Deputy Secretary Visits NCITE

NCITE student has a personal take on meeting the DHS deputy secretary, the second-most powerful person at Homeland Security.

This is a photo of Austin Doctor, a man working at NCITE, standing in front of the Erbil, Iraq, airport.

Visit to Iraq a Reminder of Research Urgency

NCITE researcher Austin Doctor traveled to the Netherlands and Iraq in July with a team studying best practices on repatriating foreign fighter families who remain in detention camps.

Headshots of Von Nebbitt, Laurel Sariscsany, and Heidi Rueda

Grace Abbott School of Social Work welcomes a new director and faculty members

The Grace Abbott School of Social Work is pleased to welcome Von Nebbitt, PhD, as director of their school.

Katelynn Towne, Ph.D., research coordinator for the Nebraska Center for Justice Research (NCJR); Michael Campagna, Ph.D., research associate at NCJR; and Ryan Spohn, Ph.D., director of NCJR conducted this research. Amber Richey, a doctoral candidate in criminal justice at Indiana University Bloomington (not pictured), also co-authored this study.

UNO Study Identifies Strengths, Limitations of Vocational Reentry Programs in Nebraska

A new study by researchers at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is increasing our understanding on how to assist formerly incarcerated persons in Nebraska to transition back into the community and remain crime-free.

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Distinguished Service Award Winners

The UNO Library Friends group hosted their annual Distinguished Service Awards event honoring library employees for exemplary service to UNO Libraries.

The UNO chapter of NSSLHA was awarded 2022 gold chapter honors.

UNO NSSLHA Awarded Gold Chapter Honors

Honors are awarded to National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) chapters that demonstrate an outstanding effort to support National NSSLHA’s mission to inspire, empower, and support students in communication sciences and disorders programs.

students sitting on couch in UNO apartment

Live on Campus This Fall: Submit Your Application

With six apartment-style residence hall complexes located on our Dodge and Scott campuses, you'll be in the center of campus and the city.

Durango with a pad of paper

Celebrate National Intern Day with ACDC

Follow the UNO Academic and Career Development Center (ACDC) on social media to learn more about internships and to read about fellow Mavericks on National Intern Day; July 28.

UNO Bookstore

All About Fall Textbooks

Fall textbooks are available for purchase or rental, in-store and online, beginning Aug. 1. All rented textbooks for the summer session are due back to the UNO Bookstore by the final day of the semester. Textbook buyback is available year-round.

Leah Butler, Ph.D., assistant professor in UNO's School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, led a session on stalking behavior, how technology is used to facilitate stalking, and legal and support options available to stalking victims.

Training Academy Connects Victim Advocates Statewide with Leading Experts, Community Organizations

Nearly thirty victim advocates and allied professionals from across the state of Nebraska built their skills to better serve victim-survivors through a weeklong training academy hosted at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO). 

Chancellor Joanne Li

Chancellor Li: Affordability and the Future of Higher Education

In an editorial, Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, explains the role that affordability - through resources like scholarships, online educational resources, and first-day access to materials - is vital to improving student performance and success.

NU President Ted Carter

NU System President: Setting Higher Goals to Benefit Students, Nebraskans

In a recent editorial, NU System President Ted Carter noted that each system campus will be able to build on their pass successes, despite recent challenges, to achieve even more in the future.

Durango in a graduation cap

Ways to Support at August 2022 Commencement

Looking for a way to be involved in August 2022 Commencement? We have some great opportunities for you.

A white slide including Jennifer Hesterman's headshot, and NCITE logo, Hesterman's name, her title as Vice President, Education Services at Watermark Risk Management, and date (July 14, 2022).

Meet the Experts: Jennifer Hesterman on Securing Soft Targets

National security expert Jennifer Hesterman spoke at NCITE on emerging threats and making soft targets like schools, malls, and hospitals safer

ORBT bus near campus

Discover the Many Ways to Get to Campus

Explore your options for getting to and from campus.

Karen Gilsdorf reacts emotionally to being named July 2022 Employee of the Month

UNO Names Karen Gilsdorf Employee of the Month

Gilsdorf was recognized by her colleagues for ensuring the College of Business Administration's undergraduate advising office effectively and efficiently supports students while ensuring a positive and supportive office environment.

Biomechanics Research Building

MOVCENTR E-Newsletter | July 2022

The newsletter features stories from the Junior Investigators, the Pilot Project Awardees, the Research Cores, and COBRE collaborators.

Estimation of the metabolic cost of different phases of the gait cycle from previous musculoskeletal simulation research at the University of Nebraska Omaha. The visualization shows spikes in oxygen cost as the foot taking a step forward plants on the ground and again as it pushes forward.

NSF Funds Machine-Learning Research at UNO and UNL to Study Energy Requirements of Walking in Older Adults

New research led by UNO, in collaboration with UNL, leverages machine-learning to investigate the metabolic cost of different phases of the gait cycle across different age groups.

black and white digitized cover of Black Studies newsletter from March 1972

Charting Our Path: Celebrating 50 Years of Black Studies Online Exhibit Opens

The exhibit celebrates 50 years of Black Studies at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, sharing the history of the department through digitized collections from UNO Libraries.

Kiran Bastola’s food computer at UNO’s College of Information Science and Technology

UNO Magazine: A Different Kind of Silicon Prairie

UNO researchers are imagining a future where you can avoid taking prescriptions just by changing your diet, where diseases can be detected early to avoid loss of livestock, and where computers can help us make enough food to feed the world.

CEPI map highlighting community engagement by UNO across the state

UNO Magazine: UNO Institute Helps Nebraska Diversion Programs Keep Youth Out of Trouble

UNO's Juvenile Justice Institute is working closely with diversion programs across the state of Nebraska to keep young people out of the justice system while other researchers across campus are helping map the impact.

Omaha skyline

UNO Magazine: Home is Where the Future Is

Deciding where to live can dramatically change everything from culture to quality of life to the opportunities you will have.

UNO and UNL researchers stand by a bridge in rural Nebraska

UNO Magazine: Take Me Home, Country Roads

The refrain from the classic John Denver song is more than just an ode to nostalgia. In recent years, it has echoed the importance rural communities are placing on infrastructure.

A tornado funnel cloud touches down in a Nebraska field

UNO Magazine: When Disaster Strikes Farm Country

UNO-trained emergency managers are ready to respond when disaster strikes - any time and any place.

NU Seal

UNO Faculty Selected for Inaugural NU System Leadership Program

Four Mavericks will join 12 other academic leaders from UNL, UNK, and UNMC as part of a new, two-year professional development cohort.

UNO "O" flag lowered on campus

Flag Lowering for Barbara Carter

The UNO flag will be lowered on Thursday, July 21, in memory of Barbara Carter, a member of the University of Nebraska System's accounting team located on the UNO campus.

UNO "O" flag lowered on campus

Flag Lowering for Robert Ruetz

The UNO flag will be lowered on Tuesday, July 19, in memory of retired faculty member Robert Ruetz.

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Purchase Parking Permits for 2022-2023

Permits for 2022-2023 will go on sale beginning Monday, Aug. 1. Open parking will be in effect Aug. 1-21.

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