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UNO Senior Joe Neihart Ready To Pursue Dreams Thanks To Surprise Scholarship

“I just want to give the biggest thank-you to those who supported this fund. It’s more than just financial help. It was so encouraging to see someone support students like me.”

Student Organizations Shapes Tomorrow’s Leaders At UNO Through Donor Support

“To those who have made a gift to support a student organization at UNO, I would like to extend my sincere gratitude. Your support directly impacts students by helping them create meaningful experiences, build community and develop skills that extend beyond the classroom.”

Surprise scholarship provides support at ‘crucial moment’ for UNO senior Elise Gaines

“I just want to thank everyone who supported this fund. Your gift means so much because there are so many students like me that are working hard and just need that little push. Having opportunities like this available is really important for students.”

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Samuel Bak Museum: The Learning Center Inspires Through Art and Dialogue

February 6, 2026
Learn how the Samuel Bak Museum: The Learning Center inspires reflection and dialogue on human rights and history through the power of art.
UNO Student Matthew Norrie

UNO’s School of Accounting provides new passion, career for student

January 13, 2026
“I think the fact that I’m going back and finishing this degree tells you everything you need to know about this program. It’s worth spending that time to come back again.”
UNO Student Logan Groesser

‘It’s what I live and breathe:’ UNO student finds purpose through School of Accounting

December 23, 2025
“I am extremely thankful. To have a school whose donors and alumni are so willing to give back so we can hire these amazing teachers and set up these student organizations for success is just mind-blowing.”
UNO Aviation

The Flying Mavericks: Pilots of Their Own Success

October 27, 2025
“A huge thank-you to all the donors … keep it up. We appreciate it. We need it every year. We really appreciate everything that they have given to us and everything hopefully in the future that they will continue to do.”
UNO Student Loni Mickles

Surprise scholarship an ‘answered prayer’ for UNO graduate student Loni Mickles

October 17, 2025
“The joy that this scholarship has brought me can’t be put into words. It’s a core memory that is locked into my college experience, and I’d just like to thank these donors for their generosity.”
UNO Student Alessandra Herrara

Supporting the next generation of leaders through the CBA Scholars Academy

October 8, 2025
“Donor support really takes a load off students. Their support gives us the chance to focus on developing the skills we need to become the next generation of leaders.”​

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