September 2017 News Release Archive
Lutte Earns Aviation Honor
September 29, 2017Rebecca Lutte, assistant professor with UNO's Aviation Institute, was honored for her contributions to aerospace education
Eikenberry Elected President of Nonprofit Research Organization
September 29, 2017Angela Eikenberry, associate professor of public administration, was recently named president of the Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action (ARNOVA)
Cross-Cultural Adjustment Support Group
September 29, 2017A time of relaxation and discussion, every Friday.
Beyond Blue Offers Monday Sessions to Help Students
September 29, 2017A support group for students who are dealing with depression and/or anxiety.
Toman Named Faculty Human Resources Officer
September 28, 2017On Wednesday, Oct. 11, Gina Toman will join the Office of Academic Affairs as Faculty Human Resources Officer and Assistant to the Senior Vice Chancellor
Flag Lowering for Chase Kruse
September 28, 2017The UNO flag will be lowered on Thursday, Sept. 28, in memory of UNO student Chase Kruse
Prepare for Your Next Interview with 'Big Interview'
September 26, 2017Utilize this new and free training system that features an innovative way to help you prepare more effectively for a job interview.
Flag Lowering for Alexandra Farley
September 26, 2017The UNO flag will be lowered on Tuesday, Sept. 26, in memory of UNO student Alexandra Farley
Chancellor Emeritus Christensen Receives Award for Community Leadership
September 25, 2017The Anchor Institution Task Force has announced Christensen will receive the Anchor Institution Community Partnership Award
Flag Lowering for Arleen Michael
September 22, 2017The UNO flag will be lowered on Friday, Sept. 22, in memory of retiree Arleen Michael
UNO Contest Seeks Spanish Language Creative Writing Submissions
September 18, 2017The eighth Creative Writing Contest in Spanish is seeking submissions from students grades five through 12
ILUNO Program Earns CEA Accreditation
September 18, 2017The Intensive English Language at UNO (ILUNO) Program is now accredited by Commission on English Language Program Accreditation for the maximum duration of five years.
A Message from UNO Facilities
September 18, 2017A message from UNO Facilities regarding reports about the possibility of bed bugs in the Strauss Performing Arts Center. So far, no bed bugs or evidence of bed bugs has been found.
Elmwood Parking Reminder
September 15, 2017A reminder to follow stall and lot restrictions in Elmwood park
Flag Lowering for George Cardenas
September 14, 2017The UNO flag is lowered today, Thursday, Sept. 14, in memory of UNO employee George Cardenas
UNO Names Sarah Kole Employee of the Month
September 12, 2017Members of the Celebration Committee surprised Sarah with the news on Sept. 12. Congratulations, Sarah!
Additional Budget Response Team Strategies Finalized
September 12, 2017The University of Nebraska has finalized additional cost-reduction strategies identified by the Budget Response Teams as part of a university-wide effort to close a $49 million shortfall. The shortfall is brought on by cuts in state funding combined with the university’s rising costs.
UNO-Led Team Earns National Award to Promote Diversity in STEM Fields
September 11, 2017Assistant Professors DeeDee Bennett and Hans Louis Charles are leading one of 27 research teams selected for a two-year, $300,000 grant from the National Science Foundation
The Maverick Minute: Re-Imagining U
September 11, 2017The Maverick Minute is a new video series featuring Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., interviewing members of the UNO community.
Flag Lowering for Mary Adams Thompson
September 11, 2017The flags are lowered today, Tuesday, Sept. 12, in honor of UNO retiree Mary Adams
UNO, UNMC Join US Army to Create New Bioinformatics Pipeline Program
September 08, 2017The Bioinformatics Research Education Pipeline (BREP) will provide students an opportunity to combat and prevent infectious disease on a global scale
Goeman Honored for Service Member Support
September 08, 2017Information Technology Services’ Bob Goeman earned the Patriot Award for his outstanding support of a team member who is serving in the Iowa National Guard.
Faculty Focus: Jeremy Baguyos
September 07, 2017"Friday Faculty Focus with Brandon McDermott” airs each Friday at 7 A.M. and noon on all-classical 90.7 KVNO, a broadcast service of the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO). This week, he sat down with Dr. Jeremy Baguyos.
UNO Continues Maverick Momentum With Record-Breaking Incoming Class
September 06, 2017UNO is continuing its ‘Maverick Momentum’ into the 2017-2018 academic year, achieving a record-breaking incoming freshman class for the third straight year and enrolling the second-largest graduate class in the school’s history.
Sierra Club Names UNO a 2017 Cool School
September 06, 2017UNO earned its top scores in the categories of Sustainability Planning, Co-Curricular Activities, Waste Management, and Sustainable Transportation.
Karen Ressegieu Retirement Reception
September 21, 2017The University community is cordially invited to celebrate Karen Ressegieu's 53 years of service to UNO at a retirement reception on September 21.
Employment and Phishing Scam Notice
September 05, 2017Remember to be cautious of job and phishing scams as we start a new academic year.
Electronic Recycling and Paper Shredding Event
September 28, 2017Free electronic recycling and paper shredding event open to UNO students, faculty, and staff.
Cap and Gown Now Available for Purchase
September 05, 2017The UNO Bookstore is making cap and gown purchasing even easier.
A Message from Chancellor Gold on DACA
September 05, 2017A message from Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., on the U.S. Attorney General's announcement regarding the future of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
Faculty Focus: Sofia Jawed-Wessel
September 01, 2017"Friday Faculty Focus with Brandon McDermott” airs each Friday at 7 a.m. and noon on all-classical 90.7 KVNO, a broadcast service of the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO). This week he sat down with Dr. Sofia Jawed-Wessel.