May 2023 News Release Archive
UNO Names Howard Williams Employee of the Month, May 2023
May 31, 2023Williams was recognized by his colleagues for his proactive and engaged approach to ensuring the everyday events, gatherings, and meetings at the Milo Bail Student Center go smoothly.
Carter: Facing Challenges, 'Great Universities Reinvent Themselves'
May 31, 2023With higher education at a crossroads, the University of Nebraska must find ways to reimagine itself in order to become a stronger and more competitive institution even as it navigates new fiscal realities of rising costs and muted revenue growth, President Ted Carter said Wednesday.
Governor Approves 2023-25 University Funding
May 25, 2023NU System President Ted Carter thanked the governor for supporting the funding levels approved by the Appropriations Committee and full Legislature.
Holding Dandelions
May 21, 2023How DérNecia Phillips’ philosophy of holding on to the important things supported her journey to earning a doctorate in educational leadership.
Celebrating Our Newest Alumni
May 20, 2023On Friday, 1,657 students earned degrees from UNO and began the next stages in their professional journey. Family, friends, and the Maverick family cheered them on as they crossed the stage and welcomed them as UNO’s newest alumni.
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Heather Ford Advisor of the Month
May 18, 2023Ford was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.
Legislature Gives Final Approval to State Budget
May 18, 2023The two-year package now moves to Gov. Jim Pillen for consideration.
Partnership 4 Kids Recognizes UNO as Advocate of the Year
May 18, 2023UNO was recognized for its volunteerism and support for the 3,000 students in the organization’s network.
Limited Parking Around Baxter Arena on Friday, May 19
May 18, 2023With two UNO commencement ceremonies and three NSAA State Baseball championships, it will be a busy day at and around Baxter Arena and Maverick Park; May 19.
Flag Lowering for Charles "C.J." Brown
May 17, 2023The UNO flag will be lowered on Thursday, May 18, in memory of retiree Charles "C.J." Brown.
UNO Student Named 2023 Newman Civic Fellow
May 17, 2023Abigail Faris was selected as one of 154 students for the 2023 Newman Civic Fellowship.
UNO Hosts the Spring 2023 Strategic Planning Forum
May 17, 2023A panel of UNO leaders provided an update on strategic planning and receive feedback from the campus community.
Iraqi Refugee Finds Her Calling in Business at UNO
May 17, 2023Growing up in northern Iraq, Maysaa Kalei never expected to graduate from college despite her strong academic performance. Now she finds herself preparing to earn her degree in business administration with concentrations in economics and international business from the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s (UNO) College of Business Administration (CBA).
Felipe Blanco Finds his Voice and Empowerment Through Research at UNO
May 17, 2023Felipe Blanco, Ph.D. came to UNO to study the social dynamics at the heart of public problems and solutions and found a community that supported his passion to better understand issues around equity, identity, and representation.
Over 1,800 to Receive Degrees from UNO in Spring 2023
May 16, 2023The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) will celebrate its newest alumni as graduates receive their degrees at the May 2023 commencement ceremonies to be held on Friday, May 19 at UNO's Baxter Arena.
Omaha Softball Captures Program's First Summit League Title to Advance to NCAA Tournament
May 14, 2023The Mavericks have been selected for the Baton Rouge Regional hosted by LSU, and will open NCAA Tournament play against the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns on Friday, May 19.
Flag Lowering for Rodney Lloyd Oberle
May 11, 2023The UNO flag will be lowered on Friday, May 12, in memory of retiree Rodney Lloyd Oberle.
Omaha Mavericks Recognized for Outstanding Community Service
May 11, 2023Four Omaha Athletics teams earned recognition for going above and beyond in their community service efforts.
Samuel Bak Museum: The Learning Center Announces Inaugural Exhibit Extension
May 08, 2023The "In the Beginning: The Artist Samuel Bak" exhibition has been extended through July 16, 2023.
Donald Neal, Jr. to Serve as Financial Strategy Officer for Auxiliary Operations
May 08, 2023Neal will work with campus units to develop budget plans and financial strategies.
Hakim Lotoro Sworn in as New Student Body President/Regent
May 07, 2023On May 4, President Hakim Lotoro, Vice President Nate Ostdiek, and Chief of Staff Alessandra Garofalo were sworn into office.
Shillingstad Receives Honors Faculty Award
May 05, 2023The UNO University Honors Program features faculty from every college on campus. These faculty members teach Honors-only sections of general education courses and unique Honors colloquia offerings each semester, striving for excellence in and out of the classroom.
Grispos Appointed NSRI Fellow
May 04, 2023George Grispos, Ph.D., brings forward NebraskaCYBR’s cyber operations and cyber defense accredited teaching and research capabilities. Throughout the next decade his primary concern is securing agricultural systems and equipment to avoid such technologies being used in criminal and terrorist activities.
President Carter Releases NU System Sustainability Measures
May 03, 2023University of Nebraska (NU) System President Ted Carter has released a new set of sustainability measures for the system, drawn from input and ideas from an 80-member team of faculty, staff and students from across the campuses.
Chancellor Li Among Six AAPI Leaders Recognized by Congressman Don Bacon
May 03, 2023Nebraska Congressman Don Bacon honored the achievements and contributions of local Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) leaders within the Omaha community at UNO’s Thompson Alumni Center.
Remembering Lou Ann Weber
May 02, 2023The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) Maverick community is mourning the loss of Lou Ann Weber, who passed away on April 26th at the age of 91.