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Hunter Pehrson supports UNO aviation students

Hunter Pehrson supports UNO aviation students

  • University of Nebraska at Omaha

UNO Aviation Institute graduate Hunter Pehrson now supports prospective and current aviation students as recruitment and retention specialist while pursuing his MBA.

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$5 admission after 5 p.m. Tuesdays June through August

$5 admission after 5 p.m. Tuesdays June through August

  • The Durham Museum

The Durham Museum in Omaha offers $5 admission after 5 p.m. on Tuesday nights June–August, including access to its Disney costume exhibition and all galleries.

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Omaha summer festivals with balloons, sunflowers and culture

Omaha summer festivals with balloons, sunflowers and culture

  • Visit Omaha

Plan a summer trip to Omaha with hot air balloon shows, sunflower fields, farm festivals, cider tastings and cultural celebrations showcasing food, music and art.

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Updates to UNO Nebraska Medicine health center visit coverage

Updates to UNO Nebraska Medicine health center visit coverage

  • University of Nebraska at Omaha

Beginning July 1, 2026, UNO’s student health fee will include five covered Nebraska Medicine UNO Health Center office visits per year; standard charges apply afterward.

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Incoming: Your favorite history teacher

Incoming: Your favorite history teacher

  • University of Nebraska at Omaha

Ellie Sanford, a UNO secondary education and history graduate, prepares to teach social studies at Buena Vista High School after impactful practicum experiences.

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UNO names Catherine Link employee of the month

UNO names Catherine Link employee of the month

  • University of Nebraska at Omaha

UNO names Catherine Link May 2026 Employee of the Month, honoring her leadership in Title IX education and civil rights compliance across the campus community.

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UNO researchers advance fair, safe traffic stops in Nebraska

UNO researchers advance fair, safe traffic stops in Nebraska

  • University of Nebraska at Omaha

UNO researchers and state partners analyze traffic stop data and reporting to improve fairness, safety, transparency, and training for Nebraska law enforcement.

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Hunter Pehrson supports UNO aviation students

Hunter Pehrson supports UNO aviation students

    UNO Aviation Institute graduate Hunter Pehrson now supports prospective and current aviation students as recruitment and retention specialist while pursuing his MBA.

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    Updates to UNO Nebraska Medicine health center visit coverage

    Updates to UNO Nebraska Medicine health center visit coverage

      Beginning July 1, 2026, UNO’s student health fee will include five covered Nebraska Medicine UNO Health Center office visits per year; standard charges apply afterward.

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      Incoming: Your favorite history teacher

      Incoming: Your favorite history teacher

        Ellie Sanford, a UNO secondary education and history graduate, prepares to teach social studies at Buena Vista High School after impactful practicum experiences.

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        UNO names Catherine Link employee of the month

        UNO names Catherine Link employee of the month

          UNO names Catherine Link May 2026 Employee of the Month, honoring her leadership in Title IX education and civil rights compliance across the campus community.

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          UNO researchers advance fair, safe traffic stops in Nebraska

          UNO researchers advance fair, safe traffic stops in Nebraska

            UNO researchers and state partners analyze traffic stop data and reporting to improve fairness, safety, transparency, and training for Nebraska law enforcement.

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            Uno launches CFP Board-registered financial planning program

            Uno launches CFP Board-registered financial planning program

              UNO’s new CFP Board-registered financial planning program prepares undergraduates for CFP certification, careers in advising, and access to Omaha-area internships.

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              Soldier, mother and now a UNO grad: Blanca Brownmiller’s persistence

              Soldier, mother and now a UNO grad: Blanca Brownmiller’s persistence

                National Guard soldier and new mother Blanca Brownmiller completed her bachelor’s degree at UNO with support from the Military-Connected Resource Center.

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                Uno employees gain free access to at-home exercise therapy

                Uno employees gain free access to at-home exercise therapy

                  UNO employees and eligible dependents can now access free virtual exercise therapy and personalized support through Hinge Health via Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska.

                  Community Sports

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                  Emma Klein balances track success and elementary teaching

                  Emma Klein balances track success and elementary teaching

                    UNO track standout Emma Klein caps a record-setting jumping career while completing her degree and preparing to teach first grade near her hometown in Missouri.

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                    Lights knock out Bellevue in Frontier quarterfinal

                    Lights knock out Bellevue in Frontier quarterfinal

                      Montana State University–Northern upset Bellevue 83-74 in the Frontier quarterfinal, shooting 52% and closing strong at the line to advance to Sunday’s semifinal.

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                      Uno curling club reaches first national quarterfinal

                      Uno curling club reaches first national quarterfinal

                        UNO’s three-year-old curling club reached the College Nationals quarterfinals in Schenectady, New York, highlighting the sport’s growth and welcoming team culture.

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                        Bruins complete four-game sweep at No. 25 CMU

                        Bruins complete four-game sweep at No. 25 CMU

                          No. 22 Bellevue scored 26 runs in a doubleheader at No. 25 Central Methodist, taking 15-5 and 11-9 wins to complete a four-game road sweep and move to 12-2.

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                          Borngrebe’s two-hit shutout helps WSC split with MSU Moorhead

                          Borngrebe’s two-hit shutout helps WSC split with MSU Moorhead

                            Sophomore pitcher Kennadi Borngrebe threw a two-hit shutout as Wayne State softball earned a doubleheader split with MSU Moorhead at the Pete Chapman Softball Complex.

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                            Schuyler’s school-record nine RBI leads WSC sweep

                            Schuyler’s school-record nine RBI leads WSC sweep

                              Senior second baseman Paul Schuyler drove in a school-record nine runs as Wayne State beat Bemidji State 19-7 in seven innings to complete a three-game NSIC sweep.

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                              WSC women earn three wins, NCAA provisional mark at Wildcat Classic

                              WSC women earn three wins, NCAA provisional mark at Wildcat Classic

                                Wayne State women earned three event wins and an NCAA provisional discus mark at the Wildcat Outdoor Classic, highlighted by victories in shot put, long jump and hurdles.

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                                WSC men earn five wins, two NCAA marks at outdoor classic

                                WSC men earn five wins, two NCAA marks at outdoor classic

                                  Wayne State College men’s track and field earned five event wins, two NCAA provisional marks and a school discus record at the Wildcat Outdoor Classic.

                                  Community Entertainment

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                                  $5 admission after 5 p.m. Tuesdays June through August

                                  $5 admission after 5 p.m. Tuesdays June through August

                                    The Durham Museum in Omaha offers $5 admission after 5 p.m. on Tuesday nights June–August, including access to its Disney costume exhibition and all galleries.

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                                    Omaha summer festivals with balloons, sunflowers and culture

                                    Omaha summer festivals with balloons, sunflowers and culture

                                      Plan a summer trip to Omaha with hot air balloon shows, sunflower fields, farm festivals, cider tastings and cultural celebrations showcasing food, music and art.

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                                      Omaha’s coolest ice cream shops for every sweet tooth

                                      Omaha’s coolest ice cream shops for every sweet tooth

                                        Explore Omaha ice cream shops, from classic parlors and custard stands to gelato, rolled ice cream, Italian ice and boozy shakes across the metro area.

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                                        From loss to light: Kelsey Golden's story

                                        From loss to light: Kelsey Golden's story

                                          After her son Michael died in 2025, Kelsey Golden pursued psychology and social work at UNO, turning her grief into a commitment to support others in loss.

                                          Experience Disney movie magic at the Durham Museum

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                                          Disney’s Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume brings nearly 70 film-worn costumes and related programs to The Durham Museum starting May 23.

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                                          Unique Omaha playgrounds: indoor and outdoor fun

                                          Unique Omaha playgrounds: indoor and outdoor fun

                                            Discover Omaha’s unique indoor and outdoor playgrounds, from inclusive splash pads and sensory gyms to nature play gardens, libraries and riverfront parks.

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                                            Cinco de Mayo Omaha celebrates food, music and family fun

                                            Cinco de Mayo Omaha celebrates food, music and family fun

                                              Cinco de Mayo Omaha fills South 24th Street with food, music, dance, a parade and family activities, drawing up to 200,000 visitors each May.

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                                              Where to eat and drink on Mondays in downtown Omaha

                                              Where to eat and drink on Mondays in downtown Omaha

                                                Discover where to eat and drink on Mondays in downtown Omaha, from one-cent mimosa refills at breakfast to late-night pubs, cocktail bars and Old Market spots.

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