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UNO Debuts High-Energy ‘You Are a Maverick’ Commercial Celebrating the Spirit of Omaha
Hockey fans got a first look at the commercial at Baxter Arena during the Omaha vs. St. Cloud State game Friday night.
2025 U.S. News Online Ranking: UNO Criminal Justice Programs Among the Nation’s Best
UNO earned top spots in five categories in the U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Online Programs rankings.
Nearly 5,000 UNO Students Named to Dean’s, Chancellor’s Lists for Fall 2024
UNO celebrates the academic excellence of Mavericks across Nebraska, the nation, and the world.
Preparing Air Traffic Controllers for a Drone-Integrated Future
The UNO Aviation Institute’s Victor Huang received a Federal Aviation Administration grant to help pave the way for safer skies as more uncrewed aircraft populate the national airspace.
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Get in the Game!
With 16 Division-I sports teams, the Omaha Mavericks are hitting the ice, the court, the field, the pitch, the track, the pool, and the green throughout the year. Learn how you can cheer on the Mavs in person this season!
YSEALI Alumni Summit: Empowering Leaders for Impact
The Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Institute on Civic Engagement at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), and partners at ASU and PSU, hosted a YSEALI Alumni Summit in Phnom Penh, Cambodia from Jan. 9 to 12, 2025.
UNO Names Natsumi Avedissian Employee of the Month, January 2025
Avedissian was praised for her dedication to connecting students with career opportunities, her strategic employer engagement, and her leadership in organizing successful career events.
Criss Library Hosting a Canned Food Drive for Canned Food Month
February is National Canned Food Month and to celebrate Criss Library is hosting a canned food drive to benefit the Maverick Food Pantry.
The Key to a Secure Retirement is to Plan Ahead
UNO offers opportunities to meet with representatives from TIAA and Fidelity throughout the year.
John F. Kirby to Headline 2025 Chuck Hagel Forum in Global Leadership April 2
Kirby served as National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications at the White House from 2022 to 2025.
Finding the Foundation for Success
With the support of the Goodrich Scholarship and UNO’s resources, Jerry Brito-Mendoza navigated his college journey, overcoming challenges and discovering his passion for human resources.
UNO College of Business Administration Launches Master’s Program in Healthcare Logistics and Supply Chain Management
UNO is proud to announce the approval of a new Master of Science in Healthcare Logistics and Supply Chain Management, an innovative graduate program designed to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in the healthcare and supply chain industries.
NCITE Insights No. 22 – The Psychology of Terrorists
On the latest episode of the podcast, Erin sits down with John Horgan, Ph.D., distinguished professor of psychology at Georgia State University, to discuss the psychology behind terrorism, specifically deradicalization versus disengagement and the importance of in-depth interviews.
Journal of Religion and Film now indexed by the DOAJ
The Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) is a leading online directory that indexes and provides access to high-quality, peer-reviewed, open-access journals.
UNO’s AI-Powered INSIGHTS Program Could Revolutionize College Classrooms
WOWT covers UNO’s new INSIGHTS program, which integrates artificial intelligence to boost higher-order thinking skills.
A Message From President Gold on Federal Funding
In an email sent Tuesday, Jan. 28, University of Nebraska (NU) System President Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., wrote to students, faculty, and staff about federal funding.
American Civics Exhibit Opens in Criss Library
The exhibit, American Civics: Could you pass the test?, is open through May 16, 2025, on the first floor of Criss Library.
UNO Softball History Exhibit Opens in Criss Library
The exhibit, A More Equal Playing Field: Celebrating More than 50 Years of UNO Softball, is open through May 19, 2025.
UNO School of Accounting Engages Nebraska High Schools to Strengthen the Accounting Pipeline
The UNO College of Business Administration School of Accounting (SOA) is addressing the national shortage of accountants with an innovative High School Initiative.
UNO Accounting Faculty Introduce Innovative Solution to Improve Student Success
New zero-credit lab embedded in Principles of Accounting I aims to boost retention and support.
Try Out the New Big Interview Résumé AI Tool from Career Services
This new tool allows students to have their resumes reviewed, free of charge, and get instant feedback.
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Nia Martinez Advisor of the Month
Martinez was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.
UNO Debuts High-Energy ‘You Are a Maverick’ Commercial Celebrating the Spirit of Omaha
Hockey fans got a first look at the commercial at Baxter Arena during the Omaha vs. St. Cloud State game Friday night.
NEW RESEARCH: A Case Study of Atomwaffen Division
In a new report, NCITE researcher Seamus Hughes and his team examine how a series of federal prosecutions have largely dismantled the neo-Nazi group Atomwaffen. Read the report and listen to Hughes on the NCITE Insights podcast.
Young Professionals Weigh in on Living and Working in Omaha
A survey conducted by UNO’s Center for Public Affairs Research and the Greater Omaha Chamber highlights young professionals' concerns about pay, career growth, and community development in Greater Omaha.
Flag Lowering for Hugh Cowdin
The UNO flag will be lowered on Friday, Jan. 24, in memory of retiree Hugh Cowdin.
NCITE Insights No. 21 — Family and Suspicious Activity Reporting
On the latest episode of the podcast, host Erin Grace speaks with NCITE researcher Karyn Sporer, Ph.D., to discuss her research interviewing families of violent extremists to inform prevention.
Omaha's Growing Black Squirrel Population Becomes National Focus
Flatwater Free Press explores UNO professor James Wilson's 15-year study of urban squirrels and its growing impact on wildlife research.
WEBINAR RECAP: Prosecuting Terrorism
NCITE hosted a webinar with Trini Ross, U.S. attorney for the Western District of New York, about the challenges of prosecuting terrorism cases.
2025 U.S. News Online Ranking: UNO Criminal Justice Programs Among the Nation’s Best
UNO earned top spots in five categories in the U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Online Programs rankings.
Health Science Collaborative Nears Completion
The new Health Science Collaborative (HSC), a project of the School of Health & Kinesiology (H&K), is a transformational opportunity not only to advance the school into the future but also to change the way people see and access the UNO campus.
The New Semester Guide
A resource for all Mavericks enrolled in the spring semester.
Parking and Transit Services Updates
Read about updates to parking and shuttle services for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the Spring 2025 semester.
The MavTech Help Center is Moving to Criss Library
Starting Feb. 3, the center will be located on the first floor of the library to assist students, faculty, and staff with their technology needs.
Nearly 5,000 UNO Students Named to Dean’s, Chancellor’s Lists for Fall 2024
UNO celebrates the academic excellence of Mavericks across Nebraska, the nation, and the world.
UNO Arts and Sciences Hall Earns NAFA Clean Air Award
UNO was one of 58 universities nationwide recognized for their commitment to indoor air quality.
Exciting Additions and Changes to Zoom Features for the NU System
NU ITS announces some exciting additions and changes to Zoom accounts for users at UNO, UNK, and UNL. These changes will go into effect on Jan. 14.
Take Control of Your Finances in 2025 With BestCare EAP
The UNO Faculty and Staff Employee Assistance Program (FSEAP) has contracted with Best Care to provide confidential counseling and referral services at no cost to all full-time faculty, all UNO staff, eligible dependents of faculty and staff, and employees of the President’s office. You do not need a referral from a manager or supervisor to use these services.
Preparing Air Traffic Controllers for a Drone-Integrated Future
The UNO Aviation Institute’s Victor Huang received a Federal Aviation Administration grant to help pave the way for safer skies as more uncrewed aircraft populate the national airspace.
NCITE Insights No. 19 – Revisiting Bourbon Street: Meta Glasses
On the latest episode of the podcast, host Erin Grace speaks with Sam Hunter, Ph.D., NCITE senior scientist and director of academic research, to discuss the use of Meta smart glasses by the perpetrator of the New Orleans terror attack on New Year's Day.
Roni Reiter-Palmon Named John Lewis Holland Endowed Chair in Industrial Organizational Psychology
A $1 million investment by The Holland Foundation will create the John Lewis Holland Endowed Chair in Industrial Organizational Psychology in the UNO College of Arts and Sciences.
Call for Nominations: 2025 CCSGE Awards
The Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of Gender Equity (CCSGE) awards will be presented at the Legendary Leaders Awards Luncheon; deadline for nominations is Feb. 1.
Waitlists to Wins: How UNO's Enrollment Days Revolutionized Spring Registration
More students enrolled earlier in Spring 2025 courses than Spring 2024 thanks to the campuswide effort.
Call for Nominations: Maverick Student Employment Awards
Highlight the great work that is happening in your departments with student employment; nominations due Feb. 7.
Check Out the Faculty and Staff Training (FAST) Catalog on Bridge
Find all of the UNO process trainings, wellness sessions, and leadership workshops you’ve come to expect, plus special presentations by UNO faculty and staff members.
Meta’s Glasses, ChatGPT, and the Rise of High-Tech Extremist Violence
NCITE researchers discuss the role of Meta's smart glasses in the New Orleans terrorist attack and how it reflects a broader trend of terrorists embracing emerging technology.
School of Health and Kinesiology Hosts Korean Paralympic Committee for Sports Camp, Builds Global Partnership
UNO's School of Health and Kinesiology recently hosted the Korean Paralympic Committee, launching a partnership to drive adaptive sports research, expand student learning, and inspire global innovation in sports science.