2021 News Release Archive
UNO Executive MBA Program Recognizes 2021 Graduates and Award Winners
December 16, 2021The Executive MBA Class of 2021 graduated on December 10, with several students recognized for exceptional achievement in the classroom and beyond.
2021 BigIdea! Pitch contest
November 09, 2021The Center for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Franchising (CIEF) wrapped up the 12th annual BigIdea! Pitch Contest on October 12th. The contest had a preliminary and final round that brought together students of various majors from the University of Nebraska Omaha. The students pitched their innovative and original business ideas to receive funding. Students were given 90 seconds to pitch their idea followed by a short Q & A from the panel of judges.
CBA Ranked Among Best by U.S. News and World Report
October 21, 2021The UNO College of Business Administration Reaches New Highs in U.S. News & World Report Rankings
J-Session in Austin, TX
October 12, 2021Learn about Entrepreneurship In Austin, Texas while seeing the cultural vibrancy the city offers.
Wear Black, Give Back 2021
October 04, 2021Wear Black, Give Back, UNO’s annual day of giving, returns Oct. 13-14, noon to noon. On this day, we encourage all CBA alumni and supporters to show their pride and appreciation of UNO.
MBA Student Spotlight: Marco Alonso Castro Salcedo
September 28, 2021When Marco Alonso Castro Salcedo set out to find an MBA program that would complement both his educational and professional experience, as well as career goals, little did he know he would end up in the middle of the United States at the University of Nebraska Omaha College of Business (UNO CBA).
Brooke Weisheit is UNO CBA’s Fourth Consecutive CREW Scholarship Winner
September 22, 2021Weisheit was one of only 25 women selected across the country for the prestigious real estate award.
UNO CBA’s Beta Alpha Psi Recognized as 2021’s Superior Chapter
September 22, 2021Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Gamma Kappa – UNO’s chapter of Beta Alpha Psi – has succeeded through virtual collaboration and a sense of social responsibility.
CBA's Rod Rhoden Business Innovation Center Opens 44,000 Square Foot Addition
September 08, 2021The Rod Rhoden Business Innovation Center further distinguishes the College of Business Administration (CBA) by enhancing the delivery of knowledge to its students and expanding the vibrant relationships between the college, the community and the region’s businesses.
Dr. Susan Eldridge profile
September 08, 2021The wall of Susan Eldridge’s office at Mammel Hall could be filled with the hats she wears. Professor, researcher, Certified Public Accountant, mentor, auditor, planner, innovator, decision-maker, writer, motivator, relationship-builder. She does them all, and if you ask her fellow administrators, faculty and students, she does them very well.
MBA Fall Leadership Seminar
September 08, 2021The MBA Fall Leadership Seminar, featuring WorldCom whistle-blower Cynthia Cooper, will be held on Thursday, September 16th at 6:00 pm CST in Mammel Hall 162, which is the new activity center in the Rhoden building.
Dean Michelle Trawick profile
September 01, 2021Dean Trawick, Ph.D., brings her life lessons and a wealth of experience in higher education to her dual role as John Becker Dean and professor of economics at the College of Business Administration (CBA).
CBA Professional Selling Students Team Up with TAGG and Give Back
August 03, 2021Students worked with local businesses and encouraged them to partner with TAGG’s platform, allowing the Omaha community to give back where it matters most – at home.
CBA Faculty Research Highlights
June 17, 2021Learn more about recent research and publications from the University of Nebraska at Omaha - College of Business.
UNO Announces Next Generation Service Program
June 08, 2021The UNO College of Business Administration and the College of Public Affairs and Community Service launch new Next Generation Service Program on campus.
Graduate Highlight: Austin Voigtman
May 26, 2021Recent graduate, Austin Voigtman shares his experience as a UNO student and his goals for his future career as an accountant.
UNO One of Four Campuses Launching Innovative Public Service Program
May 12, 2021UNO One of Four Campuses Launching Innovative Public Service Program
Katie Moragues Wins Charlie Hoff CBA Outstanding Student of the Year
May 11, 2021Katie Moragues has been awarded the Charlie Hoff Outstanding Student of the Year award at the 56th Honors & Awards Ceremony.
CBA Scholars Academy Welcomes Seventh Cohort
May 10, 2021Twenty high-achieving business students will begin their college careers in Omaha this fall.
UNO MBA students collaborate with No More Empty Pots during Spring 2021 to increase their efforts in providing equitable access to local food within the Omaha metro area.
May 10, 2021Working toward a goal to become more self-sufficient, No More Empty Pots (NMEP) Community Harvest program, collaborated with University of Nebraska – Omaha (UNO) Master of Business Administration (MBA) students to develop a plan that will increase their number of paying participants.
2021 Maverick Business Plan Competition Top Three Named
April 26, 2021The competition brought together students of various majors to submit a simplified business plan that outlines their idea, the market, the competition, their competitive advantages, and how the business would generate a profit.
CBA Announces Spring 2021 Student Award Winners
April 21, 2021The UNO College of Business Administration is a community of achievers. Here are the students and faculty honored in spring 2021.
NBDC's Lang Chosen for Top NU System Roles
April 15, 2021NU President Ted Carter recently named Cathy Lang, director of the Nebraska Business Development Center at UNO, to serve as Senior Advisor to the President for Economic Development and as University Technology Development Corporation President.
Congratulations to all of the Exceptional MBA Award Winners
April 14, 2021The UNO College of Business Administration is a community of achievers. Here are the students and faculty honored in spring 2021.
Department of Marketing & Entrepreneurship: Congratulations to the 2021 Student Award Winners!
April 13, 2021The UNO College of Business Administration is a community of achievers. We are excited to present the following students with these well-deserved awards.
Department of Management: Congratulations to the 2021 Student Award Winners!
April 13, 2021The UNO College of Business Administration is a community of achievers. We are excited to present the following students with these well-deserved awards.
Department of Finance, Banking and Real Estate: Congratulations to the 2021 Student Award Winners!
April 13, 2021The UNO College of Business Administration is a community of achievers. We are excited to present the following students with these well-deserved awards.
Department of Economics: Congratulations to Haylee Faltin for being honored at the Department of Economy Ceremony
April 13, 2021The UNO College of Business Administration is a community of achievers. We are excited to present the following student with these well-deserved awards.
Department of Accounting: Congratulations to Austin Voigtman for being honored at the Department of Accounting Ceremony
April 13, 2021The UNO College of Business Administration is a community of achievers. Austin Voigtman has been honored by the Department of Accounting for his hard work and successes.
Congratulations to all of the Exceptional Undergraduates Awards Winners
April 13, 2021The UNO College of Business Administration is a community of achievers. Here are the undergraduate students honored in Spring 2021.
Pincurl Girls Spotlight
March 30, 2021Pincurl Girls joined the Maverick Venture Fund portfolio in September 2020 when the Maverick Venture Fund invested $10,000 safe note in Pincurl Girls. Pincurl Girls was founded by Jen Landis, who wanted to use her art to sell products. All of the products that Pincurl Girls sell are around empowering girls to believe in themselves.
Appsky Spotlight Article
March 23, 2021Appsky joined the Maverick Venture Fund’s portfolio in 2020 when the Maverick Venture fund invested $10,000 of convertible debt in Appsky. Appsky was founded in 2016 by UNO Alumni Taylor Korensky with the goal of delivering custom technology solutions that allow you and your audience to lead better, happier, and easier lives. The team of 11 does this by specializing in design, software, & consulting.
UNO CBA Honors Our Heart Heroes
March 03, 2021The month of February is American Heart Month. In recognition, CBA is highlighting two of our own heart heroes.
UNO’s Executive Education Offers Several Programs for Career Advancement
March 03, 2021Take advantage of SAC funds and register for one of the following
CBA Alum and Entrepreneur Alissa McMahon’s Business Soars to New Heights
March 02, 2021When UNO CBA alumna Alissa McMahon launched her boutique clothing business with fellow students Kat Slump and Keegan Mahoney in 2017, it was originally a side hustle while the trio completed school. After Slump and Mahoney graduated on to other adventures, McMahon knew she wanted to hang on to their business, called Mauve, and take it to new heights.
Retail Aware Founder and proud UNO CBA alumnus, Keith Fix was excited for the opportunity to partner with the Maverick Venture Fund.
February 19, 2021Retail Aware joined the Maverick Venture Fund portfolio in December 2019 when the Maverick Venture Fund invested $5,000 in Retail Aware’s pre-seed round. Since then, Retail Aware has gained national attention after being featured on Forbes, WSJ, WWD, The Today Show and Consumer Reports.
CBA Faculty Members Review 2021 Super Bowl Ads
February 09, 2021College of Business Administration Faculty members, Phani Tej Adidam, Ph.D., and Yanhui Zhao, Ph.D., provide reviews on the 2021 Super Bowl Ads.
Student Highlight: Ellie Rizzo
January 14, 2021Ellie Rizzo tells us about her background and what has influenced her to become an MD/MBA student.
CBA Brown Bag Series
October 01, 2020Join us for our weekly Faculty Brown Bag seminars. These seminars are presentations of outstanding research and teaching ideas. They feature local, national, and international speakers invited to address a broad range of business-related topics. Our goal is to stimulate new research ideas, and foster new initiatives and transdisciplinary collaborations.
UNO Business Students Join Beta Gamma Sigma
April 12, 2019The UNO College of Business Administration congratulates the newest members of Beta Gamma Sigma international honor society.