Skip to main content

Flag Lowering for Robert Simpson

The UNO flag will be lowered today in memory of Simpson, who passed away on March 17, 2021, at the age of 94.

UNO flag lowered by the Pep Bowl

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) flag will be lowered on Friday, April 2, in memory of Robert Simpson, Ph.D., who passed away on March 17, 2021 at the age of 94.

Robert served as a faculty member in the Department of Sociology for 24 years, joining UNO shortly after it became a part of the University of Nebraska system and retiring in 1993.

The thoughts and condolences of the university community are with Robert’s loved ones during this time.

About the University of Nebraska at Omaha

Located in one of America’s best cities to live, work and learn, the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is Nebraska’s premier metropolitan university. With more than 15,000 students enrolled in 200-plus programs of study, UNO is recognized nationally for its online education, graduate education, military friendliness and community engagement efforts. Founded in 1908, UNO has served learners of all backgrounds for more than 100 years and is dedicated to another century of excellence both in the classroom and in the community.

Follow UNO on Facebook, Twitter (X), Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube.