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UNO Students Graduate as Engaged Scholars

Congratulations to the UNO students who graduated as engaged scholars! Students who earn and receive this designation connect their academic endeavors with our community.

most recent graduates with engaged scholar designation
Students earning the Community Engaged Scholarship Transcript Designation (CESTD) designation connect academic work with the community through service learning, community-based learning, and volunteerism.

Spring 2024 Engaged Scholars

Zoe Miller

College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences

"Engagement in academics is a hidden win; you get to be a part of something much bigger while taking skills from the classroom and applying it in real time. I am so honored to be a Community Engaged Scholar and take the skills I have learned beyond graduation."

Kelsie Premer

College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences

"Being an engaged student has changed my college experience from typical and exceptional. I was hands-on throughout the entirety of my time at UNO and it has pushed me to learn more and has put me ahead in my career."

Hailey Bixler

College of Information Science & Technology

"It has also been extremely rewarding to see the impact of my hard work, and this motivates me to find ways to continue to serve my community in the next stage of my life. I am very glad that I found out about the community engaged scholars’ program and would highly recommend it to anyone at UNO."

Jessica Broveak

College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences

"I am much more familiar with the city that I live in and the people who are a part of it. I have strengthened my confidence and leadership skills, and I’ve acquired a variety of community partners in the city that are serving children and their families."

About this Designation

Requirements include one community-based learning experience, 6 hours of service learning coursework, 135 service hours, and written reflections. This designation showcases students' community engagement at the University of Nebraska Omaha to future employers.

UNO Students can self-enroll by scanning the QR code below or using the CESTD Canvas page. UNO faculty can also nominate a student.

What are the benefits for UNO students?

  • Opportunities to network and develop references
  • Experiences that build your resume
  • Connecting your career goals with your community
  • Strengthen your competitive advantage with employers
  • Strengthen communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
  • Find new strengths and interests
  • Learn about the importance of community issues

Connect with Us

UNO students who are interested in learning more about this designation can email us at unoengagement@unomaha.edu.