The Road Ahead

The past few weeks have brought uncertainty as we navigate budget discussions and federal actions as a university. These conversations impact all of us, and we know the uncertainty they bring can be challenging.

Being part of a university community means embracing curiosity, seeking answers, and developing solutions. It’s in our nature to ask tough questions and work toward clarity.

That’s why moments of uncertainty like this, when not all the answers are clear, can feel particularly difficult.

There are many unknowns that we are navigating as an institution, but know this: Your work matters. You are valued. You make a difference in countless lives on our campus, in our community, and across the state.

And remember: Support is available. The Faculty and Staff Employee Assistance Program (FSEAP) offers confidential resources to help during difficult times.

These discussions will continue to evolve, so we encourage you to follow updates directly from UNO’s Office of the Chancellor and the NU System’s Office of the President. These will always be the most accurate and up-to-date sources of information. We will provide information and updates when appropriate.

This is a resilient community, so we have no doubt that we will get stronger on the road ahead.

Keep looking out for one another. Keep bringing your passion, your ideas, and your dedication to our mission. And most of all, keep showing up for our students. We’ll get through this together, and I’m grateful to be on this journey with you.

Sincerely,

Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA

Chancellor

Phil He, Ph.D.

Senior Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs

Gaylene Armstrong, Ph.D.

Dean, College of Public Affairs and Community Service

Melanie Bloom, Ph.D.

Dean, College of Arts and Sciences

Juan Casas, Ph.D.

Dean, Graduate Studies

Neal Grandgenett, Ph.D.

Dean, College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences

Martha Garcia-Murillo, Ph.D.

Dean, College of Information Science & Technology

Michael Hilt, Ph.D.

Dean, College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media

Dave Richards, M.A., M.L.I.S.

Dean, Library Services

Steve Schulz, Ph.D.

Interim Dean, College of Business Administration