UNO Chancellor Awards
The University of Nebraska awards honorary doctoral degrees to individuals with extraordinary and lasting achievements. Eligible candidates include those who have provided distinguished service to the university or the state of Nebraska, alumni, and former affiliates who have achieved distinction, and individuals outside the university with notable records in scholarship, creativity, leadership, or public service.
The Order of the Tower honors individuals whose outstanding service or financial support has greatly contributed to the advancement of the University of Nebraska at Omaha and its mission. Nominees must have significantly impacted the university's growth or exemplified its core values.
The Chancellor's Medal honors a full-time faculty or staff member for extraordinary service to the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Honorees exhibit sustained excellence in scholarship, research, creative activities, or university service. The Chancellor's Medal serves as a distinguished recognition by the UNO community to honor one of its own.