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College World Series of Omaha, Inc. Announces 75th Anniversary
UNO will serve as a co-host of the Men’s College World Series.
UNO’s $1 Billion Boost to Nebraska: New Report Highlights Economic Impact
A new study reveals UNO’s massive $1 billion economic impact on Nebraska, reinforcing the university’s role as a key driver of jobs, innovation, and community growth.
National Guard Soldier and UNO Point Guard Ja Harvey Leads On and Off the Court
Fresh from the transfer portal, Harvey didn’t just bring her basketball skills to UNO—she brought her discipline, leadership, and commitment to service. Between commanding the court and serving in the National Guard, she’s proving that dedication knows no limits.
UNO Debuts High-Energy ‘You Are a Maverick’ Commercial Celebrating the Spirit of Omaha
Hockey fans got a first look at the commercial at Baxter Arena during the Omaha vs. St. Cloud State game Friday night.
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An Update on the Office of Diversity, Equity, Access, and Inclusion
A message from Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA.
Get in the Game!
With 16 Division-I sports teams, the Omaha Mavericks are hitting the ice, the court, the field, the pitch, the track, the pool, and the green throughout the year. Learn how you can cheer on the Mavs in person this season!
Department of Education Guidance Update
A message from Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA.
Sophia Potter Earns Board of Regents KUDOS Award
Potter was recognized by her colleagues for her outstanding leadership and commitment to supporting research and creative activity at UNO.
Common Senses Festival Brings Arts and Innovation to UNO This Spring
UNO will take center stage in an extraordinary celebration of art, science, and disability acceptance as the 2025 Common Senses Festival arrives this spring.
How Generative AI is Transforming Education and Work at UNO
Through its partnership with OpenAI, UNO’s Open AI Challenge empowered faculty and staff to enhance learning and work with access to ChatGPT Enterprise.
Campus Rolls Out New Emergency Preparedness Guides, Alert App
The resources provide critical information on how to respond to numerous emergency situations.
UNO Expert Explains the Improbability of Winning the Powerball Jackpot
Fox Los Angeles features UNO’s Andrew Swift, who breaks down the odds of hitting the Powerball jackpot.
UNO’s Nebraska Deterrence Lab Partners with NATO for Space Wargames
Silicon Prairie News highlights UNO’s collaboration with NATO in space deterrence simulations.
UNO Graduate Students Earn Prestigious Recognition at Top AI Conference
Two College of Information Science & Technology (CIST) graduate students will present their groundbreaking research at the 39th Annual AAAI Conference on Artificial Intelligence — an honor achieved by less than 5% of submissions.
UNO Expert Highlights the Health Risks of Extreme Heat for Young People
NPR cites UNO's Dan Vecellio, Ph.D., in a report about the varying impacts of extreme heat on different age groups.
Call for Nominations: Academic Advisor of the Year
This award recognizes professional academic advisors for their exceptional service to students, their colleagues, and the university; nominations due by March 14.
An Update From President Gold on Federal Funding (Feb. 17)
In an email sent Monday, Feb. 17, University of Nebraska (NU) System President Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., wrote to students, faculty, and staff about federal funding.
Our Summer in Türkiye: UNO's 2024 Nene Field Ambassadors
The 2024 recipients of the Nene Field Ambassador Scholarship share their photos and feelings on spending their summer in Türkiye.
An Update from President Gold on Strategic Planning
In an email sent Friday, Feb. 14, University of Nebraska (NU) System President Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., wrote to students, faculty, and staff about the system's strategic planning process.
Chancellor Li Reappointed to Federal Reserve’s Omaha Board for Three-Year Term
UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA, will continue her service on the Omaha Branch Board of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, contributing expertise in higher education and economic development.
Nebraska Schools Partner with the Center for Afghanistan and Regional Studies to Better Serve Newcomers from Afghanistan and Beyond
In mid-January, a group of 13 educators from the school districts of Gretna and Elkhorn completed the 3-month Afghan Refugee School Impact course. The course was developed to support school districts as they work closely with students and families from Afghanistan and other countries.
Transforming Teaching and Learning with Generative AI
UNO's integration of generative AI enhances learning, boosts creativity, and teaches ethical AI use, preparing students with future-ready skills.
Flag Lowering for Barry Ray
The UNO flag will be lowered on Friday, Feb. 14, in memory of retiree Barry Ray.
College World Series of Omaha, Inc. Announces 75th Anniversary
UNO will serve as a co-host of the Men’s College World Series.
UNO’s $1 Billion Boost to Nebraska: New Report Highlights Economic Impact
A new study reveals UNO’s massive $1 billion economic impact on Nebraska, reinforcing the university’s role as a key driver of jobs, innovation, and community growth.
National Guard Soldier and UNO Point Guard Ja Harvey Leads On and Off the Court
Fresh from the transfer portal, Harvey didn’t just bring her basketball skills to UNO—she brought her discipline, leadership, and commitment to service. Between commanding the court and serving in the National Guard, she’s proving that dedication knows no limits.
How Should Nations Weigh Their Military, Diplomatic, and Economic Power?
UNO’s Nebraska Deterrence Lab received a grant from the Air Force Office of Scientific Research to tackle a complex challenge: how nations quantify power and influence in global competition.
Nebraska by the Numbers: CPAR’S Data Series Delivers In-Demand Insights
UNO Center for Public Affairs Research Director Josie Schafer, Ph.D., leveraged data to answer some of Nebraska’s most pressing questions.
UNO, UNMC Launch Dual Degree to Equip Future Dentists with Business Skills
The collaborative effort will give dentists the skills they need to lead their own practices as demand for dentists increases.
An Update From President Gold on Federal Funding (Feb. 8)
In an email sent Saturday, Feb. 8, University of Nebraska (NU) System President Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., wrote to students, faculty, and staff about federal funding.
UNO Boosts Social Media Presence with Student Ambassadors
The new effort to highlight campus life bolstered UNO’s standing in Rival IQ’s annual Higher Education Social Media Engagement Report rankings.
UNO Launches Enhanced Dining Dollars Program for On-Campus Residents and Off-Campus Students
The program will kick off with the start of the Fall 2025 semester.
International Love Data Week at Criss Library
International Love Data Week, held each year during the week of Valentine's Day, is an annual event that celebrates data and promotes good data practices.
UNO’s 3D Printing Program Provides Cost-Effective Prosthetics for Children
News outlets around the country cover UNO’s initiative to provide affordable prosthetics, changing lives across Nebraska.
UNO’s Kwangsung Oh Earns Prestigious NSF CAREER Award Grant
The National Science Foundation (NSF) award recognizes early career faculty who show potential to be academic role models and advance their fields of study.
UNO Human Resources: Supervisor Feedback Tool
It’s that time of year again—annual performance appraisals are coming up! Once again, UNO Human Resources (HR) is giving employees the opportunity to provide feedback on their supervisors.
NCITE Insights No. 23 – Business Training for the Homeland Security Enterprise
On the latest episode of the podcast, host Blake Ursch sits down with UNO MBA students Karlie Chonis and Jacylan Doering to discuss NCITE's work exposing business students to the homeland security mission.
Call for Moderators: Student Research and Creative Activity Fair
You're invited to sign up to be a moderator for the 17th Annual Student Research and Creative Activity Fair on April 11.
YSEALI Alumni Summit: Empowering Leaders for Impact
The Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Institute on Civic Engagement at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), and partners at ASU and PSU, hosted a YSEALI Alumni Summit in Phnom Penh, Cambodia from Jan. 9 to 12, 2025.
UNO Names Natsumi Avedissian Employee of the Month, January 2025
Avedissian was praised for her dedication to connecting students with career opportunities, her strategic employer engagement, and her leadership in organizing successful career events.
Criss Library Hosting a Canned Food Drive for Canned Food Month
February is National Canned Food Month and to celebrate Criss Library is hosting a canned food drive to benefit the Maverick Food Pantry.
The Key to a Secure Retirement is to Plan Ahead
UNO offers opportunities to meet with representatives from TIAA and Fidelity throughout the year.
John F. Kirby to Headline 2025 Chuck Hagel Forum in Global Leadership April 2
Kirby served as National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications at the White House from 2022 to 2025.
Finding the Foundation for Success
With the support of the Goodrich Scholarship and UNO’s resources, Jerry Brito-Mendoza navigated his college journey, overcoming challenges and discovering his passion for human resources.
UNO College of Business Administration Launches Master’s Program in Healthcare Logistics and Supply Chain Management
UNO is proud to announce the approval of a new Master of Science in Healthcare Logistics and Supply Chain Management, an innovative graduate program designed to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in the healthcare and supply chain industries.
NCITE Insights No. 22 – The Psychology of Terrorists
On the latest episode of the podcast, Erin sits down with John Horgan, Ph.D., distinguished professor of psychology at Georgia State University, to discuss the psychology behind terrorism, specifically deradicalization versus disengagement and the importance of in-depth interviews.
Journal of Religion and Film now indexed by the DOAJ
The Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) is a leading online directory that indexes and provides access to high-quality, peer-reviewed, open-access journals.
UNO’s AI-Powered INSIGHTS Program Could Revolutionize College Classrooms
WOWT covers UNO’s new INSIGHTS program, which integrates artificial intelligence to boost higher-order thinking skills.
A Message From President Gold on Federal Funding (Jan. 28)
In an email sent Tuesday, Jan. 28, University of Nebraska (NU) System President Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., wrote to students, faculty, and staff about federal funding.
American Civics Exhibit Opens in Criss Library
The exhibit, American Civics: Could you pass the test?, is open through May 16, 2025, on the first floor of Criss Library.
UNO Softball History Exhibit Opens in Criss Library
The exhibit, A More Equal Playing Field: Celebrating More than 50 Years of UNO Softball, is open through May 19, 2025.
UNO School of Accounting Engages Nebraska High Schools to Strengthen the Accounting Pipeline
The UNO College of Business Administration School of Accounting (SOA) is addressing the national shortage of accountants with an innovative High School Initiative.
UNO Accounting Faculty Introduce Innovative Solution to Improve Student Success
New zero-credit lab embedded in Principles of Accounting I aims to boost retention and support.
Try Out the New Big Interview Résumé AI Tool from Career Services
This new tool allows students to have their resumes reviewed, free of charge, and get instant feedback.
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Nia Martinez Advisor of the Month
Martinez was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.
UNO Debuts High-Energy ‘You Are a Maverick’ Commercial Celebrating the Spirit of Omaha
Hockey fans got a first look at the commercial at Baxter Arena during the Omaha vs. St. Cloud State game Friday night.
NEW RESEARCH: A Case Study of Atomwaffen Division
In a new report, NCITE researcher Seamus Hughes and his team examine how a series of federal prosecutions have largely dismantled the neo-Nazi group Atomwaffen. Read the report and listen to Hughes on the NCITE Insights podcast.
Young Professionals Weigh in on Living and Working in Omaha
A survey conducted by UNO’s Center for Public Affairs Research and the Greater Omaha Chamber highlights young professionals' concerns about pay, career growth, and community development in Greater Omaha.
Flag Lowering for Hugh Cowdin
The UNO flag will be lowered on Friday, Jan. 24, in memory of retiree Hugh Cowdin.