Jason Browning, Ph.D.
- Vice Chancellor for Institutional Effectiveness and Student Success
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Browning brings to UNO an extensive background in data analytics, institutional research, and strategic planning. He most recently served as chief data officer at Montana State University (MSU), where he directed the Office of University Data and Analytics and led enterprise-wide strategies to improve decision-making through data governance, analytics, and reporting.
“Dr. Browning brings an impressive record of leveraging data to drive results. His expertise in analytics will be instrumental as we refine how we recruit students, support their academic journey, and connect them to high-impact careers right here in Nebraska,” UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, said. “His leadership will help ensure that our student success strategies are not only effective but also aligned with our mission to power workforce development across the state.”
Prior to his tenure at MSU, Browning was senior director of partner technology at the higher education consulting firm EAB, where he helped institutions nationwide use data to drive institutional priorities.
He also held leadership roles in institutional effectiveness and research at Utah Tech University and the Northern Wyoming Community College District.
Browning holds a doctorate in higher education from the University of Wyoming, an MBA from Xavier University, and a bachelor's degree in accounting and economics from Bellarmine University.
“I’m honored to join the University of Nebraska at Omaha, an institution I believe is on the cutting edge of workforce development and deeply connected to one of the region’s most vibrant and dynamic cities,” Browning said. “The opportunity to help lead initiatives that directly impact student success and economic mobility is both exciting and humbling. I want to thank my colleagues at Montana State University for their support and collaboration. I look forward to building on UNO’s momentum as we continue to transform lives through data-informed strategy and community-driven innovation.”
Additional Information
Browning brings to UNO an extensive background in data analytics, institutional research, and strategic planning. He most recently served as chief data officer at Montana State University (MSU), where he directed the Office of University Data and Analytics and led enterprise-wide strategies to improve decision-making through data governance, analytics, and reporting.
“Dr. Browning brings an impressive record of leveraging data to drive results. His expertise in analytics will be instrumental as we refine how we recruit students, support their academic journey, and connect them to high-impact careers right here in Nebraska,” UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, said. “His leadership will help ensure that our student success strategies are not only effective but also aligned with our mission to power workforce development across the state.”
Prior to his tenure at MSU, Browning was senior director of partner technology at the higher education consulting firm EAB, where he helped institutions nationwide use data to drive institutional priorities.
He also held leadership roles in institutional effectiveness and research at Utah Tech University and the Northern Wyoming Community College District.
Browning holds a doctorate in higher education from the University of Wyoming, an MBA from Xavier University, and a bachelor's degree in accounting and economics from Bellarmine University.
“I’m honored to join the University of Nebraska at Omaha, an institution I believe is on the cutting edge of workforce development and deeply connected to one of the region’s most vibrant and dynamic cities,” Browning said. “The opportunity to help lead initiatives that directly impact student success and economic mobility is both exciting and humbling. I want to thank my colleagues at Montana State University for their support and collaboration. I look forward to building on UNO’s momentum as we continue to transform lives through data-informed strategy and community-driven innovation.”