July 2020 News Release Archive
Nebraska Leads with Third Highest Census Response Rate in the U.S.
July 30, 2020Nebraska residents have bested all states but Minnesota and Wisconsin with a 68.6% response rate in the 2020 Census data collection efforts, according to information released this week shared by UNO's Center for Public Affairs Research.
NCITE Featured on "Leading Nebraska" Podcast
July 30, 2020Gina Ligon discusses how her team of expert researchers—both here in Nebraska and across the world—are keeping our country safe.
New Information for International Students in F-1 Status
July 29, 2020The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) issued clarifying questions on July 24 for the Fall 2020 semester. International Programs will continue keep the campus community up to date as any future changes are made.
Remembering Gerry Machado
July 28, 2020Machado, an adjunct Spanish instructor, recently passed away.
College Degree Within Reach for Union Pacific Employees
July 28, 2020An innovative corporate partnership will allow Union Pacific employees to register for fall courses without out-of-pocket tuition costs, differing from traditional employer reimbursement programs requiring students to pay for classes up-front.
Remembering Margaret Zion
July 27, 2020Zion, an accountant within the Controller’s Office, has recently passed away.
COVID-19 Informational Signs Available to Print, Download
July 27, 2020Help spread the word on how to keep campus safe and protected from COVID-19.
UNO Choral Director Helping Music Educators Nationwide Keep the Music Alive in the Midst of a Pandemic
July 24, 2020What started as a simple social media post about the future of music education during and after a pandemic has transformed into a nationwide effort to keep the music playing.
Digital Learning at UNO: Supporting Student Success
July 24, 2020More than 15,000 students from across the world are part of the Maverick family with each and every member supported by UNO's faculty and staff as we navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by the Fall 2020 semester.
Taricka Burton Named Office of Multicultural Affairs Director
July 21, 2020The UNO Division of Student Success announced that Taricka Burton has been named director of the Office of Multicultural Affairs. Burton has served as the office’s interim director since July 2019.
Remembering Lucille Brawner
July 20, 2020Brawner, a retired employee within the Office of the University Registrar, has recently passed away.
Online Data Dashboard Shows COVID-19 Impact on Local Economy, Workers
July 16, 2020The Dashboard, a project of UNO's Center for Public Affairs Research, provides data visualizations and key insights on the state’s economic health through the COVID-19 pandemic and into recovery.
UNO, NU Respond to Rescinding of SEVP Guidance
July 15, 2020A recent policy directive requiring international students to take some in-person classes to remain in the country was rescinded on July 14.
Open Source Community Health Project Expands Private Funding with UNO and MU
July 15, 2020Researchers at UNO and the University of Missouri (MU) are collectively receiving over $1.6M in private funding to advance research and practice regarding open source community health and sustainability.
The Maverick Minute: Sarah Edwards
July 14, 2020Sarah Edwards, UNO Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, joins Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold to discuss how UNO faculty and staff worked with students to achieve academic success through the spring and summer.
Gretna Graduate Awarded ‘Maverick in the Making’ Scholarship
July 13, 2020With a passion for community service and academics, Gretna's Cole Dostal is ready to fly high - literally - as an incoming Aviation student.
Digital Learning at UNO: Succeeding Through a Continuum of Instruction
July 13, 2020Posed with unforeseen challenges due to COVID-19 this spring, faculty at UNO found opportunity and success in leveraging digital learning tools and pedagogies that are ensuring a stable foundation for Fall 2020.
Student Government Survey on Academic Calendar Changes
July 11, 2020UNO Student Government is seeking student feedback regarding the proposed idea of adding a term to the academic calendar. Complete the anonymous survey by July 19.
CBA Faculty Member Recognized Twice for Efforts in Accounting
July 08, 2020Roopa Venkatesh, Ph.D., CMA, was awarded the 2020 R. Lee Brummet Distinguished Award for Educators as well as the 2020 Champion Award from the Institute of Management Accountants.
A Message from Chancellor Gold: Updates to Budget Process and Timeline
July 08, 2020UNO Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., provides details on how and when UNO will approach budget challenges.
Remembering William Petrowski
July 07, 2020Petrowski, a retired professor within the Department of History, has recently passed away.
STEM TRAIL Center Outreach Programs
July 06, 2020The STEM TRAIL Center supports UNO’s broad array of outreach programs for STEM activities.
NBDC Seeks to Lessen the Impact of COVID-19 On Businesses
July 06, 2020As the COVID-19 pandemic impacts Nebraska businesses, the Nebraska Business Development Center has been offering assistance.
Remote Service Learning Provides Unique Experiences, Opportunities
July 01, 2020As faculty and staff look ahead to Fall 2020, the UNO Service Learning Academy is using the successes of this past spring as a blueprint.
National Counterterrorism, Innovation, Technology, and Education Center (NCITE) Launches at UNO
July 01, 2020This national research hub, funded by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as a Center of Excellence, launched at UNO on July 1.