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The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) celebrated the remarkable achievements of 11 distinguished alumni at the UNO Alumni Honors Brunch on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, at the Thompson Alumni Center. This annual celebration, presented by the UNO Alumni Association and Omaha Athletics, highlights outstanding alumni who have made significant contributions in their fields and to the university community. Two notable honorees from the College of Public Affairs and Community Service (CPACS) stood out this year: Jared Hall and Zach Miller.

This accolade, bestowed by the Commission for Distance Learning and Technology (CDLT), highlights Paschall’s transformative work in developing innovative online education practices that serve adult learners.

Over the past five years, four professors have been named Fellows of the Gerontological Society of America (GSA), one of the most prestigious honors in the field. This recognition highlights their individual accomplishments and underscores the department’s broader impact on advancing research, education, and practice related to aging.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha Flight Team, known as the Flying Mavs, secured a commendable 10th place at the 2024 National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) National Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference (SAFECON). The event, held in Janesville, WI, during the week of May 13, marked the 15th consecutive year that the Mavericks qualified for this prestigious national competition.

The School of Criminology and Criminal Justice's second annual Field Day event, held April 1 on the Lincoln campus, provided an immersive introduction to the world of justice, tailored for those pursuing careers in criminal justice. Students engaged with many different law enforcement agencies and departments, delving into various aspects of criminal justice and gaining valuable insights and experiences essential for their future careers.

In the latest release from U.S. News & World Report, the UNO College of Public Affairs and Community Service has once again showcased its excellence in graduate program rankings.

These individuals, celebrated for their dedication to both everyday acts of service and significant accomplishments, embody the core values of integrity, stewardship, volunteerism, leadership, and a commitment to social justice and human dignity.

In a recent update of U.S. News & World Report rankings, the UNO School of Criminology and Criminal Justice has demonstrated its commitment to excellence in online education, with several programs achieving top ten national rankings. Notably, the Online Master’s in Criminal Justice Program has secured a position in the top 10 nationally for the seventh consecutive year, jumping from #10 to an impressive #7. Additionally, the Online Criminal Justice Program for Veterans has been recognized at #4 in the country.

In response to prison crowding concerns, the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) initiated a project in August 2021, supported by Legislative Bill 380 (LB380). Partnering with the Nebraska Center for Justice Research (NCJR), the NDCS aimed to assess the classification and progression of individuals within the prison system. This legislatively funded project sought to identify inefficiencies within the NDCS system, particularly focusing on classification, and propose areas for improvement.

In 2011, recognizing the significant gap in mentorship opportunities for delinquent youth, particularly those who have committed serious law violations and are detained, the Juvenile Justice Institute (JJI) at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) took proactive steps. Understanding the need, the JJI initiated a course dedicated to mentoring delinquent youth, aiming to match university undergraduates with youth transitioning back into the community.