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2021: A Year in Review

Take a look at some of the biggest stories of the year, as we look forward to a great 2022.

Students get together in the Pep Bowl as UNO launches the 2021-2022 school year

This past year was one of change, new beginnings, and amazing accomplishments. See you in 2022, Mavericks!

A return to the classroom and welcoming new leadership.

Seeing old friends and making new ones.

Celebrating championships and supporting our community.

This past year was one that we won't soon forget and, through it all, your Maverick Spirit shone through. Congratulations to completing another semester and finishing another year, especially our Class of 2021 and newest Maverick alumni.

We couldn't have made this year as amazing as it was without you and before we look ahead to 2022, take a chance to explore the year that was.

Here are just a few of the big stories, events, and changes that shaped the year that was 2021:


The Year in Photos


News and Announcements

These are the news items and celebrations that made the world take notice that the Maverick family is always on the move and always pushing forward with new and exciting ideas.


Campus Events

While this year was certainly different than normal, you each found ways to be involved and celebrate what it means to be a Maverick.


Leadership Updates

This past year marked significant change as we said farewell to one chancellor and welcomed another. We also welcomed a number of new faces, as well as celebrated lifelong Mavericks advancing in their careers. Whether they are new to campus or moving on to new challenges, these individuals are true Mavericks.


Maverick Innovations

There are many different ways to define innovation, but above all else it is the willingness to think creatively and pursue ideas that will help change the world. Mavericks change the world every day, from the classroom to the laboratory to the city of Omaha and beyond.


Campus Recognitions

Mavericks are leaders. Leaders on campus, leaders in the community, and leaders in research.


Everyone For Omaha

While the pandemic impacted athletics around the world for much of 2021, our student athletes, coaches, and staff didn't rest. Instead, they trained, planned, and innovated to ensure that once we could get back on the court, on the field, or on the ice we would be ready to fight, fight, fight for our Mavericks.


Community Connections

Staying connected to our community both on and off campus was made tougher this year, but our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and partners rose to the challenge. Our Maverick family is always growing and the connections we share continue to get stronger each day.

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.

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