We would like to thank our private and corporate donors for their support of our military and veteran students.
During the 2023 - 2024 academic year, OMAVS received over $37,000 from private and corporate donors.
Students may apply for many of these scholarships through MavLink. The Office of Military and Veterans Services also supports students with hardship scholarships on a case by case basis when funds are available.
Robert Swanson Memorial
Robert "Bob" Swanson served in the Navy, 1959-1965. Born in Wausa, a small Nebraska town, Bob served as a machinist on the USS Piedmont, a destroyer tender built during World War II. Bob's plan to obtain his bachelors degree after completing his Navy service did not come to be, life got in the way. Enjoying his role as a devoted father and grandfather, Bob worked his way up through the ranks for 37 1/2 years at Physicians Mutual Insurance Company until he retired as Vice President.
Once retired, Bob devoted his time to any and all ways in support of Veterans and active duty service men and women through numerous endeavors such as:
- Being an integral part of working with legislators to get a law passed in 2006 prohibiting funeral protestors from being within 500 yards of the service, one hour prior and two hours after
- Designing, raising funds and working with state officials to install the "Nebraska Honors Our Troops - Thank You for Your Service" signs at every rest area along I-80 across the state
- Raising over $15,000 for a new flagpole and plaque in Pilger, NE after the town was struck by a tornado and left without a town flag
- Organizing volunteers to ring bells for the Salvation Army at the local Harley dealership for over 12 years
- Facilitating the installation of a POW/MIA seat at Werner Park baseball stadium
- Fundraising to secure funds for the purchase of the 236-acre Omaha National Cemetery
- and much much more
Bob's undying passion for Veterans was summarized in his frequent declaration that "sacrifice is meaningless without remembrance." The intent of the Robert Swanson Memorial Scholarship is that Veterans and active duty military will be honored and remembered for their sacrifices made serving our country.
Fiserv
Fiserv, Inc. is an American multinational Fortune 500 company known for providing financial services, often through Fintech, to banks and related foundations. The company's clients include banks, thrifts, credit unions, securities broker-dealers, leasing and finance companies, and retailers.
Fiserv is a long-time collaborative partner to the Military-Connected Resource Center, enhancing opportunities for military-connected students to gain valuable experience through internships. More recently, Fiserv has created a new opportunity to serve military-connected students via scholarships, technology packs, professional development, and a true pipeline for students to gain internship experience as well as priority interviews for open positions upon graduation from UNO.
Fiserv Salutes promises to be a tremendous support for military-connected students and continues the supportive relationship between UNO and Fiserv.
McCallie Associates, Inc.
McCallie Associates, Inc. is a long-time supporter of the Military-Connected Resource Center and hosted its 13th charity golf tournament – Golf Fore the Troops – raising $10,500 to support military-connected students at UNO.
Over time, the tournament has raised a total of $105,000 that has gone to support military and veteran services, and other charities in the greater Omaha metro area. McCallie Associates, Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiary, OxBow Data Management LLC comprise “The McCallie Group.” Both are subsidiaries of Alutiiq LLC, an Alaska Native Corporation.
While McCallie and OxBow have capabilities with differing focus, both extend the same core beliefs of integrity, dedication, and delivery. McCallie specializes in developing dynamic, customer-oriented data management solutions and is based in Bellevue, NE.
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Northrop Grumman Corporation is an American global aerospace and defense technology company. With 90,000 employees and an annual revenue in excess of $30 billion, it is one of the world's largest weapons manufacturers and military technology providers.
Recently, Northrop Grumman made a generous donation to support military-connected students through the Military-Connected Resource Center. Knowing what a great employer Northrop Grumman is, MCRC hopes to facilitate a bridge between students and the firm for both internships and careers post-graduation.
WoodmenLife
WoodmenLife was founded in 1890 as a not-for-profit. The organization gives back to its members across the country, who join together in a shared commitment to family, community and country. With a legacy of financial stability, WoodmenLife offers quality life insurance and retirement products. A person becomes a member when they purchase a WoodmenLife product. Members have access to many extras they can use now. To learn more about the organization, visit WoodmenLife.org
Starting in 2023, WoodmenLife began partnering with UNO Hockey for an annual Military Appreciation Hockey Game. In addition to sponsoring the game for military families in the Omaha area, The Mavericks wear specialty camouflage jerseys, purchased by WoodmenLife to be auctioned. Proceeds from the jerseys are then donated to the UNO Military-Connected Resource Center.
To date, WoodmenLife has helped raise over $25,000 for military-connected students at the University of Nebraska Omaha, ensuring we can continue to support our students.
