November 2018 News Release Archive
The Maverick Minute | STEM TRAIL Center
November 30, 2018Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D. sits down with Dr. Christine Cutucache to discuss the STEM TRAIL Center.
UNO Magazine: All Nebraska's a Stage
November 29, 2018Thanks to Nebraska Shakespeare and UNO alumni, communities across the state get to know the Bard.
The Maverick Minute | UNO Television Studio Upgrade
November 29, 2018Chris Allen, professor in the UNO School of Communication and General Manager of UNO Television, discusses UNO Television's 4K upgrade with Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D.
Christensens to be Honored With Naming of Concert Hall in UNO Strauss Performing Arts Center
November 29, 2018The newly renovated concert hall within UNO's Janet A. and Willis S. Strauss Performing Arts Center will be named in honor of Chancellor Emeritus John Christensen and his wife, Jan Christensen.
UNO Magazine: Agents of Change
November 28, 2018UNO Master of Public Administration graduates are the 'movers and shakers' leading cities across the state of Nebraska
UNO Magazine: Tweet. Post. Snap.
November 26, 2018UNO students are helping engage Nebraskans through social media.
Academic Affairs Announces New Faculty Awards
November 26, 2018Three new awards have been created to recognize the outstanding work being done by UNO faculty.
UNO Magazine: High School Students Get a Head Start in Athletic Training
November 25, 2018Each year, UNO helps high school students from across Nebraska explore a career path in Athletic Training
Students, Alumni Help Feed Those in Need Over Thanksgiving Holiday
November 24, 2018Representatives from UNO Students Against Hunger and TRIO Project Achieve helped prepare meals for Omahans in need.
UNO Magazine: Spacing Out Across Nebraska
November 23, 2018As home to the NASA Nebraska Space Grant Consortium, UNO provides countless opportunities for aerospace-related activities to students across the state.
UNO Magazine: State of Discovery
November 21, 2018Whether it's bats, birds, cows or crops - UNO students and alumni are digging into research across Nebraska
Parking Services Recognized Nationally for Customer Service Efforts
November 21, 2018In November, UNO Parking Services was recognized with the T2 Systems Impact Award.
Legislative, Administrative Aides Tour UNO
November 21, 2018While on campus, they toured the Biomechanics Research Building and learned about the Office of Military and Veterans Services.
How to Run a Good Meeting, Proven By Science
November 19, 2018UNO researchers Joseph Mroz and Joseph Allen were recently featured in Association for Psychological Science for "Psychological Science Can Make Your Meetings Better."
Partial Walkway Closure Between Arts and Sciences Hall and East Garage
November 15, 2018Beginning Monday, Nov. 19, through Fall 2020, a portion of the walkway south of Arts and Sciences Hall, adjacent to the top level of the East Parking Garage, will be fenced off due to construction.
UNO Professor Finds Donated Blood Went Unused After Mass Shooting
November 14, 2018A new study shows a spike in blood donations after the 2017 Las Vegas mass shooting was more than hospitals needed – so much so that 17 percent of the blood went unused.
McMorris to Lead University Communications
November 14, 2018Makayla McMorris has been named the next executive director of the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) Office of University Communications.
Hiring Process for UNO, UNMC Assistant Vice Chancellor for Inclusion Under Way
November 13, 2018The search will fill a role that will oversee current and future inclusivity activities on both campuses
Flag Lowering for Jacquelyn Christenham
November 12, 2018The UNO flag will be lowered for UNO retiree Jacquelyn Christenham who recently passed away.
Gift Card Scams Could Ruin the Holiday Season
November 09, 2018Gift cards are a great way to give a gift. But did you know they are also a scammer’s favorite way to steal money? According to the FTC they are the #1 payment method asked for by imposter scams.
Flag Lowering for Victims of Thousand Oaks, CA Shooting
November 08, 2018Flags will be lowered in honor of the victims of the Thousand Oaks, CA shooting.
Online Learning an Asset for Students, Faculty
November 07, 2018Since the mid-1990s, UNO has made advances in how it delivers high-quality education in an online setting. Today, those efforts are making a significant impact on students and faculty alike.
Profile Page Enhancements Help Faculty Showcase Publications, Research and More
November 06, 2018The Web Teams (A combination of Information Technology Services and University Communications Digital Communications teams) collaborated with Academic Affairs and the Colleges to work with faculty on improving integrations and design of the Profile Page templates on unomaha.edu.
New Scholarship to Benefit New Generations of IT Professionals
November 05, 2018The SharePoint Saturday–Omaha Community Educational Scholarship Fund was established with a gift commitment to the University of Nebraska Foundation.
Dr. Gold Named Priority Candidate for UNO Chancellor
November 05, 2018President Bounds: Dr. Gold’s continued leadership of UNO, UNMC through 2021-22 brings opportunities ‘to grow our impact’
A Message from President Bounds | UNO & UNMC Leadership
November 05, 2018Following a public feedback period, I will bring the Board of Regents a recommendation to approve Dr. Gold’s appointment as chancellor through June 30, 2022.
UNO Names Chloé Smith Employee of the Month
November 01, 2018Chloé was nominated by her peers for her hard work and her ability to adapt to challenges.
University of Nebraska Foundation Among America’s 100 Favorite Charities
November 01, 2018The University of Nebraska Foundation, the charitable arm of the University of Nebraska and its affiliates, is among America’s top 100 favorite charities for 2017.
Buffett Scholars, Supporters Celebrate 10 Years of Being a 'Family'
November 01, 2018Thousands of students and alumni have called themselves members of the Thompson Learning Community, which was formed in 2008 to assist recipients of the Susan T. Buffett Scholarship.