University of Nebraska at Omaha

University of Nebraska at Omaha
Name	University of Nebraska at Omaha
Established	1908
Type	Public research university
Endowment	$250 million (2022)
Chancellor	Joanne Li
City	Omaha
State	Nebraska
Country	United States
Campus	Urban, 153 acres
Students	15,328 (Fall 2022)
Faculty	1,100
Affiliations	University of Nebraska system
Mascot	Durango
Website	www.unomaha.edu

University of Nebraska at Omaha is a public research university and a member of the University of Nebraska system. Founded in 1908, it is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity" and is Nebraska's premier metropolitan university. The institution is known for its strong programs in public administration, criminal justice, and information science and technology.

History

The institution was founded in 1908 by the Reverend Daniel E. Jenkins as the University of Omaha, a private Presbyterian college. It faced significant financial challenges during the Great Depression and was subsequently gifted to the city of Omaha in 1930. In 1968, the university was merged into the University of Nebraska system by an act of the Nebraska Legislature, gaining its current name. Key historical developments include the 1971 merger with the Municipal University of Omaha and the 2015 announcement of its membership in the Summit League.

Academics

The university is organized into several colleges, including the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business Administration, the College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media, the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences, the College of Information Science and Technology, and the College of Public Affairs and Community Service. It offers over 200 programs of study, including notable doctoral programs in criminal justice, public administration, and biomechanics. The university is home to prominent research centers like the National Counterterrorism Innovation, Technology, and Education (NCITE) Center and the Peter Kiewit Institute.

Campus

The main campus is located in the Aksarben neighborhood of Omaha, anchored by the landmark Milo Bail Student Center. The 153-acre urban campus features modern facilities such as the Criss Library, the Mammel Hall for business, and the Scott Technology Center. The university also operates the University of Nebraska at Omaha Scott Campus, which houses the College of Information Science and Technology, and maintains the University of Nebraska at Omaha Aviation Institute at Eppley Airfield.

Athletics

The university's athletic teams, known as the Omaha Mavericks, compete in NCAA Division I as a member of the Summit League. The men's ice hockey team competes in the National Collegiate Hockey Conference. The primary athletic venues are the Baxter Arena for hockey and basketball and the Al F. Caniglia Field for baseball. The program has produced numerous professional athletes and has made multiple appearances in the NCAA Division I Men's Ice Hockey Tournament.

Student life

Student life is centered around the Milo Bail Student Center and includes over 200 student organizations, including fraternities and sororities affiliated with the North American Interfraternity Conference and the National Panhellenic Conference. The university hosts major events like the annual Maverick Productions concert and the Shakespeare on the Green festival. Student media includes the newspaper The Gateway and the radio station MavRadio.fm.

Notable alumni and faculty

Notable alumni include former United States Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel, NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson, and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Matthew Hansen. Distinguished faculty have included National Academy of Sciences member James R. Sweeney and renowned biomechanics researcher Nick Stergiou. Other prominent graduates are Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Rodgers and Emmy Award-winning television producer Michele R. Wells.

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