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The “YMCA of Greater Omaha: 150 Years of Providing First” exhibit will be at the Durham Museum through January 8, 2017.

Due to the impending winter weather, HPER will be closed on Monday, December 28.

Providing wellness opportunities for those who have served our country

Alumni staff to join foundation staff in integrated advancement model

Due to the low number of expected attendance, the student entrance will not be open for the hockey exhibition game January 2.

More than 1,100 become Maverick alumni

Three UNO students have been awarded a prestigious State Department scholarship

Faculty members are eligible for a free home delivery of the New York Times.

The Journal of Latino/Latin American Studies (JOLLAS) has recently published an issue online that focuses on the experiences of Latino college students in the U.S.

Innovative new ideas from faculty and students

UNO's impact stretches across the globe

UNO professor Raj Dasgupta talks about technologies depicted in the classic sci-fi series.

Celebrating the 100th anniversary of Harry Duncan’s birth – a nationally recognized letterpress printer who taught at UNO

New study provides insight into changing face of the metro area

Join in welcoming David to UNO!

Now through Dec. 31, win a free road trip with Zipcar!

The Teaching and Technology Center (TTC) will be closed Dec. 21-23.

Your MavCARD is your bus pass

This spring, the Academic Partnership for Instruction is offering a series of development opportunities for faculty and staff.

Celebrating the newest Maverick alumni

Providing support to the Learning Community of Douglas and Sarpy Counties

Educating those who to serve the state of Nebraska

Leadership in engagement and outreach

An Honors Program poster presentation will detail the final projects of a special service-learning project

Tickets for TEDxUNO 2016 are now sold out. Stay tuned for updates about TEDxUNO 2017.

Celebrating the largest incoming class in history

A new home for Maverick Athletics

These Mavericks earned national recognition

The next generation of business leaders

Engaging Mavericks from the past, present, and future

In February, ten creative minds came to campus for the inaugural TEDxUNO

Recognized for outstanding support of all our military-affiliated students

The free symposium is set for Wednesday, Dec. 9

The victory comes just a month after the team’s very first invitational win

The industry leader's talk is set for Monday, Nov. 30

UNO researchers explore the ways music helps us heal

UNO researchers explore the ways music helps us heal

A civil engineering student from the Peter Kiewit Institute will travel to Turkey this fall thanks to funding from the U.S. Department of State

Blazing new trails on Omaha's vibrant startup scene

The National Science Foundation awarded more than half-a-million dollars to UNO researchers

Thursday, March 12 marks the third session in the series “PROCESS: How Creative Thinking Gets Work Done” with a focus on project completion

University experts will tackle hot topics during this fall's first Middle East Forum

Creative solutions for food production

Hands-on experiences in STEM

Performances April 13-16 and 20-23 in the Weber Fine Arts Building

Kick-start your summer at UNO with fun on and off campus activities

On Wednesday, April 15, the Mayor of New York City, Bill de Blasio will speak to campus and members of the public as the guest speaker for the 2015 Peter J. Hoagland lecture

UNO's chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America will host the midwest regional conference on campus. The theme is "Building Blocks of a Brand."

There are many parking options throughout the Baxter Arena area

For the third time in school history, and the first time in the last two years, UNO's MavForensics was named the No. 5 team in the country at this years American Forensics Association tournament

A university where more than 75 percent of incoming freshmen expect and seek community service opportunities

At this year's Nebraska Intercollegiate Forensics Association tournament, MavForensics was named best in the state, besting three other nationally-ranked teams

#1 for military and veteran students

Now in its second year, Kiewit Teacher Day is bringing Nebraska educators together with the world's best engineers

The Aksarben Innovation Initiative has named nine start ups as members of its Summer 2015 Lean LaunchPad cohort

A study from UNO Assistant Professor Joe Schwartz and Florida State Professor Kevin Beaver challenges the current belief that more television viewing as a child will lead to antisocial behavior later in life

Unleashing the creative spirit and expanding the imagination

A collection of CEOs from Omaha's biggest companies will take part in a forum on the UNO campus on Wednesday, Sept. 9

Shaping the future of crime prevention

The first reading is set for Thursday, Sept. 17

Bring your imagination to life

Omaha is our campus and our classroom

A new major with a focus on inclusive early childhood education will be available at UNO beginning Fall 2016

UNO Sr. Vice Chancellor B.J. Reed and UNO Archivist Les Valentine discuss UNO in 1985, 2015, and 2045

The adaptation builds on the classic novel's theme

Wired for the STEM revolution

The spooky summit is set for Friday, Oct. 23

Beginning June 1, 2015, UNO Campus Security will be known as Public Safety and be led by Charlotte Evans

The University of Nebraska's National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) has announced the hiring of Dr. William Charlton as its first research director

A group of 29 graduating seniors from the Department of Art and Art History will showcase their work beginning April 12

A report from members of UNO's Center for Public Affairs Research has found strong differences in confidence in the future between urban and rural areas

Members of the UNO flight team competed nationally for the sixth straight year

Mayor Stothert and Gov. Ricketts have ordered flags at half staff until 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26

Four former U.S. Ambassadors will speak at the UNO campus at a free, public forum on topic of Russia and its recent actions

Ordinary people, extraordinary stories

The UNO Sustainability Committee will discuss the future of UNO's policies regarding material use, recycling and waste disposal on Wednesday, Feb. 18

The visit celebrates UNO’s sister university relationship with Lithuania's Siauliai University

Creative learning and working spaces

The screening is set for Tuesday, Oct. 27

Innovative on-campus wellness center

Explore UNO's unique connections to global water conservation

A story about a turn-of-the-century traveling freak show will be the UNO Theatre Department's first show of 2015

Amelia Squires, UNO's STEM Outreach Coordinator, recently got the chance to learn about NASA operations at the Johnson Space Center

A new home for Maverick Athletics

Baxter Arena's first concert, Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Musical, will take place Tuesday, Oct. 27

UNO's Matt Morton and other experts share tips on how to say safe online

After a successful premiere, the INTRODUCING reading series will continue Nov. 5

Be The Match On Campus encourages students to join the bone marrow registry

"Mavs move to big time"

Matthew Hansen from the Omaha World-Herald and freelance writer Leo Adam Biga have been named this year's winners

During the week of May 18, ribbons will be visible on ash trees across campus as a way to raise awareness of the emerald ash borer

Strong ties to a vibrant city

Music Mentors takes place Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Strauss Performing Arts Center

Watch the Mavs' very first hockey game with other fans

The family reading program promotes literacy & early-language learning

UNO researchers have found that metropolitan residents and rural residents across the state agree on major concerns for their population areas

Sustainable resources and philanthropy

A new home for Maverick Athletics

Climbing the Summit and Division I

Fall 2015 application deadline Aug. 1

Julissa Arce's story has made international headlines

On Tuesday, Feb. 17, UNO will host Sybrina Fulton, the mother of Trayvon Martin, who will speak about the importance of social change

Discover local social issues, nonprofit organizations, and volunteer opportunities.

For the 12th year in a row, members of the UNO Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity is partnering with the Salvation Army to help stock the shelves at area food pantries

A creative space unlike any other

On Wednesday, Feb. 11, the campus community is invited to discuss how to improve UNO's water usage efforts to be more sustainable

STEM education under the sea

Global engagement and community service

A globally oriented university with strong partnerships around the world

Twelve UNO ROTC cadets were honored with commissions, or will soon receive commissions, and placement in the U.S. Air Force and Army

Graduating senior Rachel Ostrander was named the top student entrepreneur in the University of Nebraska system on May 8

Before they take on national competition, MavForensics is hosting a showcase of their talents that is free and open to the public

An OLLAS exhibit dedicated Latino/Latin American artists is taking submissions through Aug. 30

UNO's Curtis Hutt and Paul Williams join the top minds in their field for the 2015 World Congress in Germany

Employees offered advice about transitioning into the workforce

UNO alumna Erin Belieu will kick off this year's Writer's Workshop Reading Series

“User Friendly” uses familiar symbolism to address relevant issues

Mild weather and a lot of experience helped the busiest day of move-in go smoothly

There's no better time to be a Maverick

A first-of-its-kind partnership will offer training for tribal leaders

In late April, NASA announced that UNO would receive another three years of research funding

Unleashing the power of the written word

The College of Public Affairs and Community Service is partnering with the UNO Alumni Association to honor 11 of its alumni on Tuesday, March 31

OLLAS will join Council Bluffs' Fuerza y Unión Committee and El Centro Latino in hosting a leadership workshop on Oct. 10 and 11

A reading by Susan Aizenberg is set for Wednesday, Oct. 14

Dr. Theresa Barron-McKeagney will draw on her storytelling experience in a new role

There's no better time to be a Maverick

More than 1,900 students celebrated earning their degrees on Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9

On Tuesday, May 12, representatives from UNO will travel to Washington D.C. to receive an award from the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)

Nebraska's metropolitan university

The event is set for Saturday, Oct. 10

Journalist and author Gregory Feifer spoke in-depth about Russia

The 2015-2016 Masters and Music series begins Sunday, Oct. 11

Shauna Kister is one of only 10 students from across the world to earn an all-expenses paid trip to an international neuroscience conference being held in Munich this month

On Wednesday, Feb. 4, members of UNO's Sustainability Committee will discuss the UNO Sustainability Master Plan and how it lays out ideas for reducing campus energy use

The report was recently released by the UNO Center for Public Affairs Research

Community engagement through athletics

A study from UNO's Nebraska Center for Justice Research analyzes marijuana crime statistics from 2000 to 2013

A UNO analysis of recently-released data shows that race and ethnicity are playing a smaller role in determining fertility rates. In Nebraska, fertility rates remain above the national average.

The exhibition celebrates the work of two recently retired artists/professors

Aging with passion and purpose

New biomedical institute to grow university research, technology transfer enterprise

There's no better time to be a Maverick

Equipping young professionals to launch their own business ventures

NU President Hank Bounds discusses ways to keep college costs down

New traditions and Maverick spirit

Combining the resources of a doctoral research institution with a close-knit community

The paintings of Dr. Richard Stasiak's late wife, Diane, are on display at the Criss Library through Aug. 14

UNO and Humanities Nebraska have named the winners of the 2015 "Through Our Words" contest

Pioneering new ventures in design, from the Silicon Prairie to the Big Apple

Partnership and innovation in Benson

It's a "three-peat"

In the heart of Omaha

Plans include a guest lecture and open house event

­The public is invited to a free event full of fun family activities

New additions on the way

A new initiative from the UNO Honors Program seeks to build community at start of the school year

UNO was proud to host several competitions during the National Veterans Golden Age Games

Bringing together university experts and civilian leaders in national security

For the next 7 weeks, the UNO Sustainability Committee will hold an open campus forum to discuss portions of the Sustainability Master Plan.

The students will study civic engagement and leadership while experiencing US culture

Discover ways to give back

Great entertainment in our backyard

On Wednesday, March 18, the UNO Sustainability Committee will hold its final campus forum

Members of UNO's Nebraska Center for Justice Research have found that taking away earned good time does not deter inmates from reoffending

An Omaha World-Herald article recently covered a visit by public school advocate Diane Ravitch

Writer's Workshop student Britny Cordera Doane will become the youngest published author in the history of UNO with 'Wingmakers'

Students who were successful in the classroom are being recognized today with inclusion on the Dean's or Chancellor's list for the Fall 2014 semester

Celebrating innovation and creativity

They made a 9,000-mile journey to bring their music to Omaha

Israel's Consul General to the Midwest, Roey Gilad, will participate in a Middle East Forum with UNO faculty on March 19

A Shia cleric will visit UNO to discuss Islamic religion and terrorism

A special summer edition of UNO's popular CodeCrush program will bring local 8th and 9th grade students to campus on June 22 and 23

Barbara Holland, Ph.D., will join UNO to advise the campus in its community engagement efforts

From March 16-20, the UNO College of Business is remembering those who have given their lives in service of the United States since Sept. 11, 2001

The screening is open to the public, and set for Wednesday, Oct. 7

All three will be studying at our sister university, Shizuoka University

Transition to Division I is complete

A message from Chancellor Christensen regarding steps the UNO community can take to help recovery efforts in Nepal

Dr. Ross Greene specializes in the treatment of kids with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges

Military Times: UNO is the best business school in the country for veterans

Raising awareness of World AIDS Day, a global public health campaign

At the forefront of biomechanics

The event is set for Friday, Nov. 20

Faculty and students from IS&T are hosting their third hacking competition for local high schoolers

Dr. Patrick McNamara spoke about water conflict at TEDxOmaha

More than 200 programs of study

UNO is dedicated to maintaining a safe, inclusive campus

UNO's PRSSA chapter has received top honors three times over last seven years

Military Times: UNO is No. 1 university for veterans once again

Home to students from 117 countries

The garden will be installed at Omaha Northwest High School next spring

The art is on display in the UNO Art Gallery and in the Criss Library

The conference runs through Saturday, Nov. 14

Unique voices from a range of disciplines

Contributing to national security policies

Brando Skyhorse's reading is set for Wednesday, Nov. 11

The year was a success for student athletes competitively and academically

Now through January 3, 2016, you will receive a free 12 oz. box of Baxer's Chocolate Meltaways if you purchase a membership at The Durham Museum.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha recently selected Arcides Cabrera as Employee of the Month for December. A Custodian in Facilities Management, Arcides was nominated for his friendliness and strong work ethic.

Sustainable purchasing is making the choice to buy products that are environmentally friendly and healthier.

The campuswide Excellence in Teaching award committee is now accepting nominations for 2016.

Come and enjoy the merriment, camaraderie, and games.

Nick Beaulieu's 1,500 mile journey to Los Angeles paid off in a big way.

All proceeds will go to Hearts United for Animals

UNO Graduate Student Scott Wike recently made UNO history, becoming the first Maverick to receive the Award for Outstanding Master's Thesis (Qualitative-Rhetorical Methodology) from the Master’s Education Division of the National Communication Association.

The honor celebrates NU Regent and UNO alumnus Bob Whitehouse's lifetime of achievements

The Holiday Sale in the UNO Bookstore is here! Now through Dec. 23, enjoy 25 percent off regular priced apparel.

Interested in learning more about the status of the renovation project? Stop by the MBSC Nebraska/Aksarben Room January 20, 2016, for an update!

Prints range from $5-$15, based on size.

MavGrants is a secure electronic research administration system developed for the Office of Research and Creative Activity to help UNO faculty, staff, and administrators manage research projects.

The online event is set for Thursday, Dec. 10

Yusef Salaam was a teenager when he was wrongfully convicted in a high profile case

New and exciting educational opportunities for students

Hosting a spring or summer camp at UNO in 2016? Send us the information!

On Wednesday, December 9, 2015, the University of Nebraska at Omaha will celebrate the life of a former employee by lowering the university flag in his honor.

A commitment to improving the student experience

The UNO flag will be lowered Thursday, December 10, 2015, for Joseph LaVoie, a former Professor in the Psychology Department.

The Office of Research and Creative Activity reminds students of these important spring 2016 application deadlines.

Students, staff, and faculty are paying it forward this December

Environmentally friendly and socially responsible

An interdisciplinary exploration of historical and current events

Four African masks and one sculpture are on display in the Department of Black Studies

Please take a moment to read these important announcements about parking and shuttle service in the coming weeks.

Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) and AIGA recently presented the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) with a number of awards.

We have had a very exciting year with the formation of the Center for Research in Human Movement Variability and the addition of a Bachelor’s Degree in Biomechanics among many other wonderful things.

If you do not consent to receive your W-2 statement online, you will be provided with a paper statement and you will not have access to the statement online.

Durango, the UNO Mavericks mascot, has become quite the presence at the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) and in the Omaha community.

Shutting off your computer each night when you leave work could save as much as $90 per year.

A Life Cycle Assessment is measuring a product’s energy use, materials used, consumer use, and disposal.

Beginning January 11, 2016, Pacific Campus Lots 5 and 6 will be changed to “all valid permit lots.”

The annual Toys for Tots campaign moves to Baxter Arena Saturday, Nov. 28, during the UNO hockey series finale against Ohio State.

Want to take a dip over the Thanksgiving holiday? If you're planning to go to the HPER pool, make sure you review the hours of operation.

The new program will be known as OmahaWorks and serve students beyond just the summer months

Today UNO's Islamic Studies Program is hosting former Maverick and Fulbright Scholarship recipient Shelby Andersen-Holt.

A panel discussion on Pope Francis' encyclical "Laudato Si"

A man who was wrongfully convicted in a high profile case will share his story

Enjoy watching Dancing with the Stars? Come by the Dance Lab, 228 HPER, on Wednesday, December 2, at 7 P.M., and watch some real stars up close.

Lisa Sandlin is a professor in the Writer’s Workshop.

If you receive an email titled “Important Update for <your name>,” do not click the link.

To help all Mavericks navigate through the Student Center during construction, maps on the MBSC Renovation Project page have been updated.

Order textbooks at unobookstore.com and pick them up in the store.

The first exhibition is set for Thursday, Nov. 5

The second annual UNO Alumni Night of Honor is set for Wednesday, Nov. 4

The team went 8-0 over the two-day tournament

The team has qualified for its seventh straight trip to a national competition

This is the second year of UNO’s partnership with Children’s Hospital & Medical Center

Each event in the series is free and open to the public

NU Pres. Hank Bounds says Nebraska should be proud of UNO's progress

Attendees will hear from past and present female elected officials

Success through research and practice

Using data to improve our lives

Dr. Doug Paterson says the opportunity came out of the blue

UNO will help educate the community about urban ecosystems and watersheds at La Vista’s second annual BioBlitz

Award-winning author and filmmaker Laleh Khadivi will speak on campus

The project will focus on identifying performance problems, and correcting them

Organizers hope the timing of their event allows more people to see the Pope's speech

Some of the world’s most pressing issues will be discussed

Julissa Arce is committed to changing the conversation about immigration

Explore UNO campus recreation options

Bringing outer space closer to home

The research is raising new questions about what motivates social interactions

The exhibit opens Friday, Sept. 18

Hui Zhu is one of more than 400 young educators who has traveled to the US through the program this academic year

The first-ever "Information Exchange" is set for today.

Fifty years ago, Peantus creator Charles Shulz and UNO crossed paths

Ready for another history-making year

UNO's SummerWorks program brings new life to a community center through art

A renowned photographer's work will be on display

The Mavericks since 1971

UNO is proud to host several competitions during the National Veterans Golden Age Games

Internationally respected experts

The STEM outreach program engages kids through high-altitude ballooning

More than 180 clubs and organizations

UNO's SummerWorks program provides skills and lessons for 150 Omaha teens while improving the community

Exploring geography and geology

Findings from the 2014 Nebraska Metro Poll indicate residential location, personal information are key factors in safety concerns

Stacie Tovar pushed her body to the limit

A former librarian and current children's author and illustrator will be guests

Education for the 21st century

Muscular research at the cellular level

Leaders in the classroom

Teens connect with businesses looking to hire

A baby kangaroo and other exotic animals pay a visit to UNO recreational camp

Two UNO graduate students have received NU fellowships for the 2015-2016 academic year

A camp for kids who are blind or visually impaired visits campus

Students who attended the College of IS&T's Techademy recently had a chance to show their families what they learned.

Alumna making waves in agribusiness

UNO's International Conference on Religion and Film travels to Turkey

The newest graduates of UNO's Midlands Superintendent Academy received certificates on June 12

Nationally-recognized research by students and faculty

Lincoln-based LI-COR Biosciences was one of 23 companies and six individuals to earn the Tibbetts Award

Proud community partner

A new home for UNO and Omaha events

Dr. Lana Obradovic was recognized by an international organization for her book on gender integration in the military.

More than 3,100 students earned a GPA of 3.5 or higher during the Spring 2015 semester

Providing unique, hands-on experience in the fields of science, technology and mathematics

Celebrating the achievements of our students after another historic year

On May 2, UNO students will sell hand-made glazed bowls in order to help fight hunger in Omaha

Research on amputee prosthetics underway at UNO's Center for Research in Human Movement and Variability, the first of its kind in the world.

A fundraiser to cover travel funds for the UNO MavForensics team will be held Thursday, April 30

An MIT instructor and entrepreneurship expert will speak on the UNO campus Tuesday, May 5

Campus efforts to improve the environment through tree planting and care have been recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation

Another stellar performance from the UNO Dance Team, who earned their highest finish ever at the national championships on April 9

Showcasing the creative work of more than 40 studio art majors

University of Virginia's Martin Davidson, Ph.D., will speak to the UNO campus about how to achieve diversity in the workplace

A pair of sustainability brown bags will be held on the UNO campus March 11 and 13

Jessi Hitchens joined UNO in February as the director of the new "Common Ground" center

A presidential task force has included recommendations from UNO professor emeritus Samuel Walker

On Friday, March 6, students from Pontiac, Illinois will visit the UNO campus to meet with members of the Nebraska Watershed Network

Committed to the exchange of ideas for positive change in our community, our country, and the world

The Sustainability Brown Bag on Campus Planning and Mobility scheduled for March 4 has been postpone until a later date

More than 200 student research projects - from undergrad to Ph.D. - will be on display Friday, March 6, in the Criss Library

On Wednesday, March 25, the Peter Kiewit Institute will host a workshop on how to secure federal grants for small business innovation

A decision has been made to move forward on changes to UNO's smoking policy

On Wednesday, Feb. 25, students and other campus members are invited to discuss how to improve the campus culture as it relates to sustainability

A pair of service events will take place the weekend of Feb. 21-22 that shine a light on those in need and cultures we know little about

The UNO MavForensics team recently placed third at one of the nation's toughest speech competitions

On Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 4 p.m. the UNO Criss Library will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to officially dedicate three new or renovated spaces

On Monday, Jan. 12, the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) awarded UNO and its alumni association with awards of excellence for programing and communication materials

To introduce its new Sustainability Masterplan, UNO will host a pair of public forums and a series of campus forums throughout the Spring 2014 semester

Thanks to a grant from the Iowa West Foundation, the UNO Office of Latino and Latin American Studies will continue its work in developing community leadership in Council Bluffs

On Monday, Jan. 12, the University of Nebraska Board of Regents named Hank Bounds, Ph.D., as the next president of the NU system

Criminology and Criminal Justice Professor Emeritus Samuel Walker will speak before a special presidential task force on Tuesday, Jan. 13

Thanks to a grant from Google, UNO's popular CodeCrush IT camp will return in 2015

The Carnegie Foundation has announced that UNO has renewed its Community Engagement Classification through 2020

A report from UNO's Center for Public Affairs Research has found that poverty rates have risen among both African American and Hispanic populations in Omaha