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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.
UNO Students Graduate as Community Engaged Scholars
Students who earn and receive this designation connect their academic endeavors with our community.
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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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
NCITE's Austin Doctor shares his perspective on the year ahead. "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," he writes.
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.
"Beyond Words: Using Photovoice to Explore College Student Experiences of the COVID-19 Pandemic" Exhibit Opens
"Beyond Words: Using Photovoice to Explore College Student Experiences of the COVID-19 Pandemic" exhibit will be on show in the Osborne Family Gallery from Wednesday, February 15 through Friday, April 28, 2023.
Under the hood of a UNO Pitching Lab Evaluation
Under the hood of a UNO Pitching Lab Evaluation
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.
New Dining Services Contract to Bring National Brands to UNO
Queso burritos, Frappuccinos, waffle fries, and expanded dietary options will be served on campus at UNO through a new dining services contract with Sodexo, which was approved in early December by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents.
UNO's College of Public Affairs and Community Service Offers Nationally Recognized Certificates to Enhance Your Leadership and Management Skills
Working professionals with careers in the public sector and graduate students in a related field of study can expand their educational background and enhance their knowledge in the area of public management or expand their educational background and strengthen their knowledge in the area of nonprofit management.
Li: Solving the Workforce Crisis Will Require a Culture Shift in Higher Education
UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA has authored a new op-ed demonstrating how UNO and higher education as an industry have both an opportunity and a responsibility to respond to community needs and increase the social mobility of all learners.
NCITE Year 4 Request for Proposals Now Open
The National Counterterrorism Innovation, Technology, and Education Center (NCITE) is accepting proposals for Year 4 research projects.
How to benefit from Winter Sessions as a Graduate Student
The 3-Week January Session at UNO (Jan. 3 - Jan. 20) offers graduate students the academic opportunity to get ahead.