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UNO Launches New Experts Website to Connect Public with Faculty Experts

UNO's new experts website connects journalists with faculty experts across a wide array of fields, providing fast, easy access to credible sources.

  • published: 2025/03/26
  • contact: Bella Lockwood-Watson - Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications
  • email: unonews@unomaha.edu
NCITE Director and UNO Expert, Gina Ligon, Ph.D., is seen speaking. Photo: Ryan Soderlin, Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications.

NCITE Director and UNO Expert, Gina Ligon, Ph.D., is seen speaking. Photo: Ryan Soderlin, Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications.

What’s New

Finding a subject matter expert on deadline has never been easier!

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) has launched the UNO Experts Website, a valuable resource that connects journalists with faculty experts across a wide range of disciplines.

This initiative aims to simplify the process of finding credible, reliable, and insightful sources for news stories, providing immediate access to the knowledge and expertise of UNO’s esteemed faculty.

How it Works

The UNO Expert Guide serves as a one-stop shop for media professionals, offering a comprehensive directory of faculty members. With this tool, UNO is streamlining the process of connecting journalists to the right expert for their stories, making it easier to access high-quality commentary and analysis.

Faculty listed on the guide can be contacted directly for their insights and analysis. Filter experts by topic.

Available Topics

  • Government, Politics, and Civic Engagement
  • Business and Economics
  • Education and Teacher Development
  • Immigration and International Affairs
  • Media and Communication
  • National Security
  • Aviation, Infrastructure, and Transportation
  • Technology and Cybersecurity
  • Religion and Ethics
  • Culture and Society
  • Wellness and Human Performance
  • Climate and Environment
  • Criminal Justice

Why It Matters

With the increasing demand for an unbiased expert insight in news coverage, the UNO Experts Website provides an efficient and accessible solution for media professionals. Whether covering breaking news or in-depth stories, the guide ensures that journalists have access to knowledgeable faculty who can provide accurate, timely, and relevant information to enhance their reporting.

Not Seeing an Expert You Need?

  • Contact unonews@unomaha.edu to schedule an interview. Include your available dates and times, as well as preference for an in-person, remote, or phone interview.
  • If you are a UNO faculty member and want to be featured on the Expert Website, contact unonews@unomaha.edu.

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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