April Paschall Recognized for Excellence in Distance Learning
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Meeting the critical social needs while staying true to our communities, locally and globally. CPACS students are prepared to be public service leaders. Internationally recognized faculty experts span an array of disciplines that cultivate innovative solutions to pressing issues.
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Flying Mavericks Secure 16th Straight Nationals Spot With Strong Regional Finish
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Choose a career path that will make a lasting impact in our world. Public affairs and community service is so much more than serving; it's about using our unique talents, skills, and perspectives to create positive change in our communities. Through our dedication to public service, we have the opportunity to turn our passions into action, leave a lasting legacy and make this world a better place. Seize this moment to make a difference and shape a brighter future for ourselves and those around us by engaging with one of our nationally ranked programs!
UNO’s Drone Program Secures NSF Grant to Boost Drone Technology for Tribal Communities
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- The Aviation Journey of Ryan Stepp: From UNO to Air Traffic Control
- UNO Researchers Lead In-Depth Study on Labor Trafficking in Nebraska
- Yolanda Nunn: From Goodrich Scholar to Restorative Justice Advocate
- Four UNO Gerontology Professors Have Earned Prestigious Gerontological Society of America Fellow Status
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Elevating Indigenous Voices in AI: A Journey Toward Abundant Intelligence
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Nationally recognized faculty in our highly ranked academic programs conduct impactful, community engaged research often funded through grants or contracts. CPACS is home to several additional research assets and research labs that provide unprecented student learning opportunities:
- The Center for Public Affairs Research provides data and the knowledge to interpret it properly. It does survey research, program evaluation, and makes policy recommendations to state decision-makers.
- The Juvenile Justice Institute assists the Nebraska legislature and state entities on policy and program evaluation related to the Nebraska juvenile justice system.
- The Nebraska Center for Justice Research assists the Nebraska legislature and the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services with correctional program and policy evaluation.
- The Nebraska Space Grant provides students with fellowships and internships to study space and flight.
- The Victimology and Victim Studies Research Lab in the SCCJ conducts high quality research related to crime victims and crime victimization, inform policy and practice, and help shape prevention and intervention efforts
- The Violence Intervention and Policing Research Lab in the SCCJ is an interdisciplinary, collaborative effort that focuses on enhancing public safety by providing research, resources, and training that engages with state agencies, practitioners, and the community.
- The William Brennan Institute for Labor Studies fosters critical thinking about workplace issues and helps working people know their rights.