March 2020 News Release Archive
UNO May 2020 Commencement Ceremonies to Recognize Students Through Online Format
March 31, 2020Students graduating in May will be recognized through an online streaming ceremony on May 8. These students will also have the opportunity to participate in the December 2020 commencement ceremony at Baxter Arena.
Revised Credit/No Credit Policy for Spring 2020
March 29, 2020There have been changes to the existing policy for how and when students can request a grade of "Credit" or "No Credit" instead of a letter grade. Deadline is April 10.
Protecting Your Zoom Meetings
March 29, 2020The University of Nebraska has tips on how your Zoom meetings can be secure and protected.
Six Reasons to Use Telehealth Care at the UNO Health Center
March 27, 2020The Nebraska Medicine UNO Health Center’s new telehealth services make it easier than ever to access health care wherever it’s best for you.
Make the Most of the Move to Remote Learning
March 27, 2020Welcome back from Spring Break. Here is what you need to know.
UNO, UNMC Partner for Public Health Mentors Program
March 26, 2020The goal of the program is to strengthen the relationship between UNO and UNMC by providing opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to connect across a diverse set of backgrounds and disciplines.
How to Spot COVID-19 Misinformation Online
March 25, 2020Learn how to be a better, more mindful consumer of many forms of media long after the virus is out of the headlines.
Work-Related COVID-19 FAQs From Human Resources
March 24, 2020The UNO Department of Human Resources has provided the following list of frequently asked questions from UNO faculty and staff about work-related issues due to the university's COVID-19 response.
Four Ways to Support Local Businesses While Social Distancing
March 23, 2020The Nebraska Business Development Center in UNO's College of Business Administration has tips on how you can help small businesses stay afloat while looking after your own health.
Campus Update On UNO Libraries
March 23, 2020During the week of Spring Break, the UNO Libraries are closed. At the moment, the plan is for Criss Library to reopen on Monday, March 30.
UNO to Pause Hiring for State-Aided Positions
March 20, 2020Effective March 27 and until further notice, the University of Nebraska at Omaha will pause on the hiring of all state-aided positions.
Bryan High School Senior Awarded Maverick in the Making Scholarship
March 20, 2020Attending UNO has always been a dream for Yaqueline Cisneros. Thanks to the Maverick in the Making scholarship, that dream is one step closer to becoming a reality.
4 Ways to Keep Your Children Engaged While You Work from Home
March 20, 2020UNO early childhood education professor Debora Basler Wisneski, Ph.D., shares her tips for keeping children active while parents work from home.
UNO Employees Encouraged to Work Remotely if Possible
March 19, 2020University of Nebraska System President Ted Carter is reinforcing existing University of Nebraska at Omaha guidance encouraging university employees – including student workers – who are able to work remotely to do so.
Hannagan Named Director of the Office of Military and Veteran Services
March 18, 2020Hannagan is a proud Maverick, having earned a Master of Science in Political Science at UNO, as well as a double graduate of Nebraska-Lincoln with a Bachelor of Arts and a Ph.D. in Political Science.
Guidance, Resources From CVS on Prescriptions in Response to Coronavirus
March 18, 2020The University of Nebraska's pharmacy provider, CVS Caremark®, is taking steps to protect member access to medication.
Operational Update from Chancellor Gold
March 17, 2020In an email sent Tuesday, March 17, Chancellor Gold provided an operational update to students, faculty and staff.
Maverick Minute: A Message of Support from Chancellor Gold
March 17, 2020Chancellor Gold shares a message of support during UNO's ongoing response to COVID-19.
Guidance for Events and Meetings Through May
March 13, 2020On and off-campus university sponsored events that involve more than 20 people, or use more than one-third of the venue’s capacity, must be postponed or cancelled effective immediately through the end of the Spring 2020 semester.
Connect, Take Care and Get Help During Remote Learning
March 13, 2020A message from UNO Dean of Students Cathy Pettid.
Application Deadline for Graduation Extended to April
March 13, 2020Students who have earned enough credits to graduate should apply no later than Wednesday, April 1.
A Message from UNO Student Body President Aya Yousuf
March 13, 2020Aya Yousuf, student body president at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, shares a message with her peers.
Campus Update on University Operations
March 12, 2020Given that one of the best ways to prevent the spread of viral illness is to limit contact and the associated risk of disease transmission, the following policies are to be implemented immediately: UNO's Spring Break will run Saturday, March 14, through Sunday, March 29, with all classes going to “remote teaching and learning mode” effective Monday, March 30.
Students Produce, Showcase Talents at 2020 Research and Creative Activity Fair
March 06, 2020Research and creative endeavors undertaken by students at UNO were presented to the public at the 12th Annual Student Research and Creative Activity Fair on Friday, March 6. Winners were named across four categories.
Spirit and Tradition Celebrates 50th Spirit Trip
March 06, 2020Dozens of UNO students made the trek to Sioux Falls, S.D., when the men's and women's basketball teams competed in their respective Summit League tournaments.
Women Legislators Kick Off UNO's Women and Public Policy Week
March 03, 2020Senators from Nebraska discussed the importance of representation in the legislature as it addresses some of the state’s challenges.
UNO Names Kirsten Case Employee of the Month
March 03, 2020Kirsten was nominated by her peers for her seamless work and customer service with clients.
National Strategic Research Institute Opens New HQ at Scott Technology Center
March 02, 2020NSRI works with the University of Nebraska to serve and engage with customers throughout the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies pursuing a mission of decisive deterrence and defense.