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STUDENT RESOURCE GUIDE & PLANNER

Committed to your academic success.

Academic advisors provide guidance so you can achieve a meaningful educational experience and develop professional and personal goals.

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

ACADEMIC RESOURCES PRESENTATION HELP › speechcenter.unomaha.edu Visit the Speech Center for consultation on PowerPoint presentations, coaching on verbal and nonverbal communication, tips on audience connection, and more.

WRITING HELP › writingcenter.unomaha.edu Get help at the Writing Center to build writing and editing skills, like generating ideas, enhancing writing style, and understanding different forms of writing.

ACADEMIC ADVISOR’S NAME

MATH & SCIENCE HELP › unomaha.edu/mslc

ACADEMIC ADVISOR’S PHONE

Regardless of your major or year in school, check out the Math-Science Learning Center for assistance with academic challenges in biology, chemistry, engineering, geology, geography, mathematics, physics, and statistics.

ACADEMIC ADVISOR’S EMAIL

CRISS LIBRARY › 402.554.3206 › unocirculation@unomaha.edu › library.unomaha.edu

CONTACT YOUR ACADEMIC ADVISOR Aviation Institute › 402.554.3424 College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) › 402.554.2458 College of Business Administration (CBA) › 402.554.3419

College of Information Science & Technology (IS&T) › 402.554.3819 College of Public Affairs and Community Service (CPACS) › 402.554.2276 Division of Continuing Studies (DCS) › 402.554.2370 Exploratory Studies (ACDC) › 402.554.3672

College of Communications, Fine Arts and Media (CFAM) › 402.554.3857

Gerontology › 402.554.2114

College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS) › 402.554.2717

Grace Abbott School of Social Work › 402.554.2793

Health & Kinesiology › 402.554.2670 Honors Advising › 402.554.2696

ACCESS LIBRARY RESOURCES › Physical and virtual research materials › Fiction and non-fiction books and media › Tech and gaming equipment

School of the Arts › 402.554.3266

ASK-A-LIBRARIAN

School of Communication › 402.554.3244

UNIQUE LIBRARY SPACES › Visit the third floor for a quiet study area and a Reflection Space for quiet contemplation. › Book time in a study room or the Theatre Room to work individually or as a group. › The Creative Production Lab offers one-on-one support as you explore creative interests.

School of Criminology and Criminal Justice (SCCJ) › 402.554.2610 School of Music › 402.554.2177 UNL College of Engineering › 402.554.3562

› libanswers.unomaha.edu

OFFICE OF THE UNIVERSITY REGISTRAR › 402.554.2314 › unoregistrar@unomaha.edu › registrar.unomaha.edu The Registrar supports the UNO community with comprehensive technologies and services for enrollment and academic records management.

Contact the Registrar to:

› Request official and unofficial transcripts › Update your legal name, change your major, and give permission to release academic information to third parties › Apply for your degree › Verification of Enrollment or Degree FERPA › unomaha.edu/registrar/ferpa The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects the privacy of student education records and ensures that information such as grades are not public information and that the student controls who has access to this information.

ACADEMIC CALENDAR THREE-WEEK JANUARY SESSION Use the Three-Week January Session to catch-up, get ahead, or take enrichment courses outside of your degree.

ENROLLMENT DATES › mavlink.nebraska.edu Check your MavLINK account for your specific enrollment date and time each semester. Be sure to take care of any holds that impact your enrollment and discuss prerequisites and course selection with your academic advisor prior to your enrollment date and time.

MavTRACK › mavtrack.unomaha.edu MavTRACK connects you to your academic advisor and support systems on campus. You can easily schedule appointments with your advisor to make sure you are on track with your degree program.

ADVISING FOR EXPLORATORY STUDENTS › acdc.unomaha.edu The Academic & Career Development Center (ACDC) advises Exploratory Studies students before they have completed 45 credit hours and helps them identify majors, careers, and Academic Focus Areas related to their interests. ACDC advisors guide students through setting academic, personal, and professional goals

Major Exploration ACDC’s Major Exploration website is designed to help you get started no matter where you are in your major exploration journey.

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Educational Opportunities

Financial Support The Office of Financial Support & Scholarships › 402.554.2327 › unofinaid@unomaha.edu › financialaid.unomaha.edu The Office of Financial Support and Scholarships helps students identify grants, scholarships, work-study, federal and alternative loans, assistantships, and fellowships that make college more affordable.

FINANCIAL AID DISBURSEMENT EDUCATION ABROAD › 402.554.3168 › unostudyabroad@unomaha.edu › educationabroad.unomaha.edu Global learning opportunities await! You can earn credit toward your degree whether you go abroad for two weeks on a Global Course with fellow Mavericks or adventure independently during a semester or year abroad. Students can also explore more of the US through domestic travel courses and US semester exchanges. Education abroad and study away experiences can help you stand out in your career endeavors and are possible for every budget.

APPLICATION DEADLINES › Fall semester only and academic year programs are due in February and March. › Spring semester only and January session programs are due in September and October. › May and summer session programs have varied deadlines from October through March.

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ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER (ACDC) › 402.554.3672 › acdc.unomaha.edu CAREER SERVICES AT ACDC The Academic & Career Development Center (ACDC) supports students and alumni with their career ambitions.

Whether you’re looking to develop or edit your résumé, build your online professional brand, prepare for a big interview, or need any assistance related to the world of work – ACDC is here to help.

INTERNSHIPS & CAREER EXPERIENCES Gain real world experience in your career field, on-the-job training, and the chance to apply knowledge in the workplace.

SERVICE LEARNING ACADEMY (SLA) › 402.554.6019 › unosla@unomaha.edu › sla.unomaha.edu The Service Learning Academy collaborates with nonprofit organizations, businesses, governmental organizations, P-12 faculty, and UNO faculty to combine classroom instruction with meaningful service experiences.

UNO offers a variety of service learning courses in all colleges that include that will help you explore your career, develop your strengths, build connections to the community, and cultivate civic skills.

HONORS PROGRAM › 402.554.2696 › unohonors@unomaha.edu › honors.unomaha.edu The University Honors Program is an academic learning community open to all curious, ambitious, and academically talented students in all majors offering benefits such as priority enrollment and dedicated study space. Apply to challenge yourself with new experiences!

Once financial aid disburses to your student account, if you have a credit balance after your UNO charges are paid, a refund will be mailed to you as a check or direct deposit. Direct deposit provides a secure, efficient method to receive your refund. Set up direct deposit on MavLINK by choosing Student Accounts and clicking “Direct Deposit.”

FREE APPLICATION FOR STUDENT AID (FAFSA) You must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year to determine your eligibility for federal student aid including Pell Grants, student loans, work‒study opportunities, non‒federal student aid, and scholarships.

APPLICATION OPENS October 1

PRIORITY DEADLINE June 1

UNO’S SCHOOL CODE 002554

Cashiering & Student Accounts › 402.554.2324 › unocsa@unomaha.edu › cashiering.unomaha.edu › mycollegepaymentplan.com/uno

UNDERSTANDING YOUR BILL Your student bill may include tuition and fees, charges for housing, meal plans, and parking permits and fines, Bookstore purchases, and Student Health Charges. You can charge up to $2,000 each semester in books and educational supplies to your student account.

Student fees go directly to providing exclusive access to events, food, and services for you. Information on fees can be found online by searching “Schedule of Student Charges.”

ONLINE PAYMENTS › Credit/debit card (subject to service fees) › ECHECK › Available via MavLINK—Western Union, International Payments, and Maverick Payment Plan

MAVERICK PAYMENT PLAN Pay your tuition and fees in three installments with the Maverick Payment Plan, offered by UNO in partnership with NelNet Campus Commerce.

Explore Scholarships

Nebraska Promise

UNO has established a wide range of scholarship programs to recognize achievement and exceptional scholastic performance.

Nebraska Promise is the university’s expanded financial aid program. It provides free tuition for students who meet academic and family income qualifications.

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TECH SUPPORT

DOWNLOAD UNO’S MOBILE APPS

MAV TECH HELP CEN TER

Technical help is provided in many ways.

The MavTECH Help Center is the first stop for tech support at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. The MavTECH Help Center can help you with issues including connecting to campus wireless, resetting passwords, checking out equipment, setting up two-factor authentication, and using Microsoft 365.

MavLINK › mavlink.nebraska.edu HOMEPAGE View your current classes, important messages, account balance, and how to contact your advisor.

ENROLLMENT View your current class schedule, use class search, enroll, swap, drop, or add classes.

USERNAME & PASSWORD

LOG IN AT UNO

NETID

UNO EMAIL: MS365 › mail.unomaha.edu

The UNO NetID is your personal identification for using many UNO online services.

NUID

ONEDRIVE

Nebraska University identification numbers are provided to ALL UNO students, faculty, and staff.

Safely store your documents and files in OneDrive, UNO’s cloud storage system. Faculty, staff, and students can easily share and collaborate on OneDrive.

ACADEMICS

ZOOM › zoom.unomaha.edu

View courses and grades from UNO.

DEGREE WORKS View your current degree progress and use the Degree Works What-If Audit to explore majors and minors.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS Check your balance, transaction history, set up direct deposit, and access your 1098T forms.

CAMPUSWIDE WIFI: eduroam Join eduroam for a secure wireless connection at UNO and at all NU campuses. Connect securely to any other institution where eduroam is enabled.

FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS Accept or decline financial aid offers, manage and apply for scholarships, view loan information, view satisfactory academic progress, and request summer financial aid.

TO DO LIST View items, including instructions and forms, needed to complete your file.

HOLDS

Log into MS365 to access your campus email and calendar.

Connect virtually with audio, video, and screen sharing.

CANVAS › canvas.unomaha.edu Stay on top of your coursework and communicate with your instructors on Canvas. There you’ll find course content, syllabi, assignments, grades, and more. UNO’s online classes are facilitated in Canvas.

MAVERICK COVID RESPONSE WEBSITE › unomaha.edu/maverick-covid-response Check the site regularly for campus guidance, vaccine and testing resources, and the latest health and safety information.

View any holds on your account that might impact enrollment, receipt of transcripts, and refunds from Student Accounts.

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How How to to get get around around campus campus Campus Shuttles On-campus shuttles running between Dodge Campus and Scott Campus are available at no additional cost to students. VIP accessibility shuttle scheduling is available through the Accessibility Services Center.

Blue Route

B-CYCLE This unique bike-sharing program allows students to ride B-Cycle bikes to and from the seven B-Cycle stations across Dodge and Scott campuses for a minimal fee.

Handshake Browse and apply for

Fall/Spring

Criss Library to Mammel Hall | Monday-Friday | 6:30 A.M. to 9 P.M.

Green Route Fall/Spring Criss Library to Pacific Street Garage | Monday-Friday | 7 A.M. to 7 P.M.

Orange Route Fall/Spring/summer Maverick Landing to Criss Library | Monday-Friday | 5:30 A.M. to 9 P.M.

CARPOOL

local, national, and on-

Carpool permits are available for student carpools of two or more riders. A reserved space will be assigned to the carpool group for use from 7 A.M. to 5 P.M.

from employers on

campus job opportunities

Floater Fall/Spring

Handshake. You can also

All Stops | Monday-Friday | 6 A.M. to 12 A.M.

view upcoming career ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS

fairs and schedule career

Available on Dodge and Scott campuses. Go online for charging rates, locations, and regulations.

MENT MAVERICK STUDENT EMPLOY

Park on Campus › parking.unomaha.edu

PERMIT PARKING Parking and Transit Services uses a virtual permit system. Just purchase your semester or annual permit online, and you’re ready to park on campus. Permits go on sale August 1. Flexible virtual permit options are available for faculty, staff, students, and visitors in addition to annual and semester permits. Virtual permits purchased by students, housing residents, or graduate teaching assistants are transferred to MavLINK for payment, along with fees like tuition.

SHORT-TERM OPTIONS The Park Omaha app or garage kiosks can be used to pay for hourly or daily parking in the West Garage (near Maverick Village on Dodge Campus) and the Pacific Street Garage (across from the Peter Kiewit Institute on Scott Campus) at any time. Lot A (north of Kayser Hall on Dodge Campus), Lot C (north of Milo Bail Student Center), and Lot M (south of the Criss Library) also have designated Pay-to-Park stalls, although there is a two-hour maximum in these spaces.

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advising appointments.

MavRIDE can be used at any time and on any route while Metro buses are in service. UNO students can use their MavCARD as a Metro Transit bus pass for free. All active students are automatically enrolled in the program.

Using Handshake, UNO’s official career platform, apply to be a part of the critical work that keeps our colleges, divisions, and departments operating at UNO! Working on campus allows for flexible scheduling around your classes, building campus connections, and learning new skills to help with your career readiness.

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WELLNESS COUNSELING & PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES (CAPS) › 402.554.2409 › caps.unomaha.edu CAPS is staffed by licensed mental health practitioners and graduate level clinicians in-training who create a vibrant and safe campus community by providing support and encouraging personal success.

PERSONAL COUNSELING Sometimes we can work through concerns, struggles, and changes on our own; other times, talking to a professional can help. CAPS is free to enrolled students and offered in a safe, confidential atmosphere where personal concerns can be openly explored and discussed.

AFTER-HOURS COUNSELING If you experience an emergency and need to talk with a confidential advisor, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is here to listen.

Call 402.554.2409 and press 2.

SUPPORT GROUPS UNO sponsors various support groups for students of all backgrounds and needs. Find your fit online.

RECOVERY COMMUNITY The UNO Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC) is a common and safe space for students in recovery or exploring recovery from addiction to gather, socialize, support one another, and achieve academic success.

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NEBRASKA MEDICINE UNO HEALTH CENTER › 402.554.2374 › healthcenter.unomaha.edu MAKE AN APPOINTMENT The UNO Health Center is managed by Nebraska Medicine and offers in-person and telehealth care for a variety of health concerns.

Appointments are required and can be made by calling 402.554.2374.

SERVICES INCLUDE › Treatment for common illnesses › Symptomatic COVID-19 testing › Sexually transmitted infection testing › Gynecological care › Annual physicals and preventive services › Chronic illness management › Immunizations › Psychiatry › Pregnancy testing

REQUEST ACCOMMODATIONS

RESOURCES

HEALTH & WELLNESS COACHING › 402.554.3523 › unostudentaffairs@unomaha.edu Sometimes it’s hard to know whether you need to meet with a mental health counselor or want help on a non-urgent matter that is affecting your overall wellbeing. A UNO Health and Wellness Coach can help you with:

› Stress reduction › Study planning › Time management › Academic success strategies › Goal setting › Motivation › Gallup Strengths-based coaching › Sleep strategies

STUDENT INSURANCE › 866.351.4262 › unebraskaadvocates@uhcsr.com UNO has partnered with UnitedHealthcare to offer UnitedHealthcare Student Resources: An affordable and convenient medical, mental health, dental and prescription insurance plan for students enrolled in at least seven (7) credit hours and degree-seeking graduate students.

Accessibility Services Center (ASC) › 402.554.2872 › unoaccessibility@unomaha.edu › accessibility.unomaha.edu

HOW TO MAKE REQUESTS Provide documentation of disability to ASC and complete Student Intake Packet.

STUDENT ACCOMMODATIONS Through an interactive process and collaboration, ASC provides individualized services to students with disabilities to establish appropriate accommodations to create equal access. ASC encourages students to become responsible decision-makers, problem-solvers, and self-advocates who request and access their accommodations.

Schedule an appointment with ASC.

Participate in an interactive process with ASC staff to complete registration.

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Campus Rec FITNESS CLASSES From cycling, Zumba, and everything in between, group exercise offers a wide variety of classes showcasing different workouts and intensity levels so you can reach your fitness goals.

Classes are available all day, including early morning sessions and evening sessions.

INTRAMURALS & SPORT CLUBS

OUTDOOR VENTURE CENTER (OVC)

Engage in competitive sports in a relaxed, yet structured environment. Intramurals and Sport Clubs keep the thrill of competition within its limits and place an emphasis on having fun and good sportsmanship.

From adventure activities and rental equipment, the OVC is your local place for everything adventure! We challenge participants to learn, grow, and venture out beyond their perceived personal limits.

Wellness Center Building Hours Building hours may vary

WELLNESS CENTER POOL Enjoy aquatics activities in a safe environment with Red Cross certified lifeguards on duty.

Aquatics offers a wide range of programming for those looking to improve their swimming abilities or to just learn.

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL The Adaptive Sports Program introduces student athletes to the game of wheelchair basketball through a competitive environment. This format is designed to use the team concept to engage university students with a disability who have an interest in sports.

depending on the academic

INJURY PREVENTION & CARE (IPC)

calendar, holidays, and

Injury Prevention and Care (IPC) is staffed by certified athletic trainers and student employees trained in injury management, evaluation, and rehabilitation. All staff are certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED.

Campus Recreation has two weight rooms, five multiple activity courts, and workout equipment and facilities that accommodate a wide range of strength and fitness goals.

closings for severe weather.

UNO CLIMBING WALL Try bouldering for a fun introduction to climbing or take a challenging top rope belay class. The Outdoor Venture Center climbing wall provides rental equipment like helmets, shoes, and ropes for students.

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Life as a

Maverick 16 Division I Athletic Teams

Cultural Enrichment

Our student athletes are competing at the highest level in athletics and academics. Pick a team and cheer them on with our student section!

Division I Men’s Sports Baseball | Basketball | Golf | Hockey | Soccer | Swimming & Diving | Tennis

Division I Women’s Sports Basketball | Cross Country | Golf | Soccer | Softball Swimming & Diving | Tennis | Track & Field | Volleyball

get tickets Students can attend every Maverick athletic event at no cost and can bring a friend at a reduced ticket price.

› 402.554.3857 › cfam@unomaha.edu › cfam.unomaha.edu

Whether you play in the athletic pep band, act in a play, sing in a choir, compete with MavForensics, or join a student organization, you can find an experience that suits your interests regardless of your major.

Your MavCARD is your ticket to free arts events on campus like theatre productions, music concerts, art openings, and special guest lectures.

STUDENT INVOLVEMENT OPPORTUNITIES › Classical 90.7 KVNO › Concert Choir › Heartland Philharmonic Orchestra › Marching Mavericks › Maverick Digital Network › Maverick Machine (Pep Band) › MavForensics › MavRadio › Theatre Productions-On Stage › Theatre Productions-Off Stage › University Band

DURANGO Mascot

Presence Use Presence to find ways to get involved on campus and track your involvement activities during your time as a Maverick.

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BLACK Team Color

DODGE CAMPUS UNO FOOD COURT Head to the second floor of MBSC, for weekly specials and regularly available staples.

GRAB & GO

DURANGO’S GRILL Near the Food Court, Durango’s Grill offers fresh, specialty eats.

SCOTT CAMPUS SCOTT DINING HALL* This all-you-can-eat buffet features a hot line, soup and salad bar, fresh deli, grill, hand-crafted pizza, and a wide variety of desserts and drinks.

Library Café MavREC Café Scott Café Express Stedman’s Café The Campus Grind Maverick Den

Criss Library H&K (Wellness Center) PKI Mammel Hall Maverick Landing MBSC

*Meal plans available

MavCARD Services

WEEKLY FOOD OPTIONS

Housing & Residence Life

› 402.554.2220 › mavcard.com Your MavCARD is your key to campus life, keep it safe! Remember to have it with you every time you’re on campus and when you attend UNO events.

ACCESS CAMPUS SERVICES › Entrance into Campus Recreation › Admittance to regular season home Maverick athletic events › Checking out books at the Criss Library › Entrance into your residence hall MAVMONEY Add money to your MavCARD to make purchases across campus and at select offcampus businesses. You can add MavMONEY at the MavCARD Services office, a MavMONEY machine, or online.

› 402.554.6605 › unohousing@unomaha.edu › housing.unomaha.edu DODGE CAMPUS › Maverick Village (MV) › University Village (UV) SCOTT CAMPUS › Scott Court (SC) › Scott Crossing (SX) › Scott Hall (SH) › Scott Village (SV)

GENDER INCLUSIVE HOUSING Students and allies of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions are eligible to live in designated Gender-Inclusive Housing.

THEMED HOUSING & LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITIES (LLC)

HOW TO APPLY Log in into your MavLINK student account, fill out the application located under the admissions tab, and pay the application fee and deposit.

Themed housing and Living Learning Communities (LLC) enhance the oncampus housing experience and provide additional programming and support based on academic and personal interests.

TR ADITIONS AT UNO NEW STUDENT CONVOCATION

MAVPRO CONCERT

COMMIT TO FIT

LAVENDER GRADUATION

DURANGO DAYS

CAREER & INTERNSHIP FAIRS

TRIBUTE TO THE FALLEN

HOMECOMING

HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR

DE-STRESS FEST

OMATHON

WAMBLI SAPA MEMORIAL POW WOW

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Life as a Maverick

LEARN MORE ABOUT UNO’S CHAPTERS

OMAHA GREEKS

DANCE MARATHON

STUDENT GOVERNMENT

SERVICE & VOLUNTEERING

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

UNO Dance Marathon (UNODM) is a student committee working to raise money and awareness for the local Omaha Children’s Hospital & Medical Center and is part of a national student-led movement benefiting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

The fundraising and awareness campaign caps off with OMAthon, a 12-hour dance marathon event. Be a part of something bigger than yourself and get involved with UNODM, Kids Can’t Wait.

Student Government represents UNO students to administration, faculty, and staff, as well as the University of Nebraska Board of Regents and the community. They strive to lead, support, and make lasting, positive contributions to the student body. The Freshman Leadership Council and student agencies within Student Government offer even more ways to get involved.

The Service, Leadership, and Innovation Collaborative is dedicated to developing students to be engaged, civic-minded citizens, and leaders for our communities. UNO believes service and engagement are vital components for the educational development of all students and for a sustainable, healthy community.

Student Organizations on campus suit the diverse interests of students and range from academics and volunteerism to art, music, and beyond.

Develop new skills, make connections, and explore common interests with your peers.

Participation in an OMAHA GREEKS organization comes with many personal development opportunities including leadership roles, increased academic success, and the ability to extend your college experience beyond Omaha.

Through a multitude of events, meetings, and programs our organizations provide ample opportunities to develop life-long connections with other members. OMAHA GREEKS chapters are proud of their dedication to service on our campus, in our community, and through national philanthropies.

OMAHA GREEKS COUNCILS › National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) › Multicultural Greek Council (MGC)

› Collegiate Panhellenic Council (CPC) › Interfraternity Council (IFC)

Maverick Productions (MavPro) › 402.554.6102 › unomavpro@unomaha.edu › mavpro.unomaha.edu

Concerts, comedians, great giveaways, and tons of interactive events are just some of what Maverick Productions (MavPro) offers to students as the programming board at UNO. MavPro is made up of students from all different majors and backgrounds who bring their creativity to event planning at UNO. Get involved by applying for membership in the organization and becoming an Event Coordinator or by coming to one of the many events hosted throughout the year.

Gender & Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC) › 402.554.2384 › unogsrc@unomaha.edu › gsrc.unomaha.edu Gender & Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC) provides specific programs and services for women, lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer spectrum, trans spectrum, intersex, asexual, non-straight, gender non-conforming, and Two Spirit (LGBTQIA2S+) peoples and survivors of interpersonal violence in the UNO community.

INCLUSIVE ECOSYSTEM Creating an environment of inclusion takes individuals open to learning more about others and themselves and creating a positive and accepting environment. At GSRC, students can find shelter from harassment, violence, or sexual abuse, and feel free to discuss ideas, questions, and concerns for themselves and with others.

ANNUAL & ONGOING PROGRAMMING › LGBTQIA+ Social › Melanated Queerations Support Group › Homecoming Drag Show › Take Back the Night › LezBiRealQueer Support Group › Equity Day › TRANScend Support Group › Denim Day

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Life as a Maverick MILITARY-CONNECTED RESOURCE CENTER (MCRC)

MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS (MCA)

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS (INPR)

› 402.554.2248 › mca@unomaha.edu › mca.unomaha.edu

› 402.554.2293 › world@unomaha.edu › world.unomaha.edu

› 402.554.3771 › unomilconnection@unomaha.edu › military.unomaha.edu The Office of Multicultural The Military-Connected Resource Center (MCRC) empowers militaryconnected students – including active duty, reservists, National Guard, veterans, ROTC, and family members of veterans to achieve their academic goals at UNO by connecting them to resources across UNO and in the greater Omaha community.

› Hardship and completion scholarships › Faculty liaison assistance with regarding deployments and military orders › Visiting VA staff, VITAL and VSOC counselors, and VR&E claims specialists › On-campus social worker and other associated resources › Résumé review and translating military skills › Computer lounge with printing, scanning, and faxing › Designated UNO librarian for research and paper writing help › Writing tutors and quiet study spaces

Affairs (MCA) develops and maintains programs and services to ensure the successful recruitment, retention, and graduation of underrepresented students on UNO’s campus.

SUPPORTING EVERYONE › Academic resources › Advocacy › Social advising GET INVOLVED › American Multicultural Student Government Agency (AMS) STUDENT ENRICHMENT OFFICES AVAILABLE › Black Excellence/ Black Student Union › Latino Student Organization › Indigenous Student Center › Asian Pacific-Islander Student Organization

INPR provides services and programs to support successful campus Global Engagement.

International students and scholars receive immigration advising, and INPR offers crosscultural social activities, trips, and events year-round to the UNO community.

CONNECT WITH INPR › Education Abroad › International Student and Scholar Advising › Center for Afghanistan Studies › Intensive English at UNO (ILUNO) › International Professional Development Program (IPD) › YSEALI Institute on Civic Engagement

CHILD CARE CENTER › 402.554.3398 Located on the west side of Dodge Campus, the UNO Child Care Center (UNOCCC) is nationally accredited and committed to high-quality early childhood education and childcare.

› Work-study and student employment opportunities are available. › Child care is provided for children 18 months to five years during the academic school year and to 12 years of age during summer. › Minimum attendance and enrollment options available. › There is a $40 registration fee upon enrollment. › A waitlist is maintained for each age group.

FIGHT SONG We will fight, fight, fight for our Mavericks, We will fight, fight, fight for our team. Everyone knows when that old whistle blows, We will shout, we will yell, we will scream.

GO MAVS!

We will fight, fight, fight for our Mavericks, we will cheer so all fans

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The UNO Bookstore is packed with Maverick Spirit and great buys. Shop

will know. Be it win or lose or draw,

Everyone for Omaha, We will fight for U-N-O.

apparel, gifts, school supplies, and textbooks online or on-campus at the Milo Bail Student Center.

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Student Safety PUBLIC SAFET Y

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U-TIP

You can alert Public Safety of suspicious activities or individuals on campus by text.

Send your message to

50911 UNO911 Be sure to include

followed by your message.

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STUDENT CONDUCT UNO expects students to maintain standards of personal integrity that are in accordance with the goals of the institution. This means that students are expected to assume responsibility for their actions; observe national, state, and local laws and university policies; and respect the rights and property of others.

UNIVERSITY COMPLIANCE The Office of Diversity, Equity, Access and Inclusion (DEAI) investigates allegations of illegal discrimination and harassment. This office also leads the campus-wide effort to develop and sustain an inclusive and supportive campus climate.

BEHAVIORAL REVIEW TEAM (BRT) Focused on prevention and early intervention in campus situations involving students experiencing distress or engaging in harmful or disruptive behaviors, the BRT coordinates a network of existing campus resources. Members of the BRT review and address every submitted report and may develop intervention and support strategies, offer case coordination, and provide recommendations in accordance with university policies.

TITLE IX & REPORTING MISCONDUCT UNO is responsible for responding to allegations of sexual misconduct and gender discrimination and to immediately stop the behavior, remedy its effects, and prevent its recurrence.

Prohibited conduct includes dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, stalking, and retaliation.

Title IX applies to students, faculty, staff, and anyone present on campus regardless of sexual orientation, immigration status, gender identity, or disability status.

Submit a report using the online Sexual Misconduct Reporting Form or by calling the Title IX Coordinator at 402.554.2120.

more on title IX

YOU ARE NOT ALONE If you have experienced or are experiencing a difficult personal situation, you have resources at UNO. Whether your friend needs help or you need help, UNO is here for you.

Connect.

Take Care.

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MAVERICK FOOD PANTRY

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CLASSES BEGIN Deadline for submitting an application for admission to an undergraduate college for Fall

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Last day before midnight to drop a course via MavLINK and receive a 100% refund and/or add a course as Audit with the half-price tuition rate for audit courses.

Students must have a permission number after this date to register for a course in the Fall Semester.

Ganesh Chaturthi

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DUR ANGO DAYS Kick off the fall semester with involvement opportunities, social and service activities, live music, entertainment, and food at UNO’s official welcome week.

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PATRIOT DAY LABOR DAY

Last day before midnight to withdraw from a course with a grade of “W” and receive a 50% refund

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Fall Tuition and Fees Due. Last Day to Sign Up for Maverick Payment Plan.

NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY

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OCTOBER 2022 MONDAY

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Yom Kippur

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The Prophet’s Birthday 13

First Day of Sukkot

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Shmini Atzeret

Simchat Torah

NO CLASSES. UNO OPEN.

NO CLASSES. UNO OPEN.

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Last day for filing applications for degrees to be conferred in December

INDIGENOUS PEOPLE’S DAY

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There’s no shortage of MavSPIRIT during Homecoming Week.

Show your UNO pride and cheer on our talented athletic teams.

NOVEMBER 2022 MONDAY

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All Souls’ Day

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Last day before midnight to; withdraw from a course with a grade of “W”; change a course to “Audit”; change to Credit/ No Credit (CR/NC) grading option in a course or to change from Credit/No Credit back to grade registration.

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ELECTION DAY

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DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS

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UNO is proud to pay tribute to the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans and Alaska Natives.

VETERANS DAY

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THANKSGIVING

NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE DAY

Maverick Payment Plan Third Payment Due

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WINTER SOLSTICE

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

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Last Day of Chanukah Kwanzaa UNO CLOSED.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE

Manage the stress of prep week and finals week with fun and relaxing activities on campus.

SPRING SEMESTER 2023 JANUARY 2023

SEMESTER GOALS You are more likely to achieve your goals if you write them down.

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BL AC K HIS T ORY MON T H We celebrate the achievements by African Americans and recognize the central role of Blacks in U.S. history with on-campus events, engaging conversations, and cultural experiences.

MARCH 2023 MONDAY

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The FAFSA helps determine students’ eligibility for federal student aid. Filing early ensures you are awarded the maximum financial aid and timely disbursement.

APRIL 2023 MONDAY

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Laylat al Qadr

Eid al-Fitr

Yom Hashoah

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EMPLOY MEN T & IN T ERN SHIP S Broaden your college experience with an oncampus job or internship in the community. Use Handshake, UNO’s official career platform, to search and apply for the perfect fit.

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MEMORIAL DAY UNO CLOSED.

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A SI AN & PAC IF IC ISL ANDER HERI TAGE MON T H Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month The month of May is spent recognizing the contributions and influence of Asian and Pacific Islanders to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States.

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SUMMER SOLSTICE 27

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Celebrate the lives and stories of LGBTQIA2S+ Mavericks and learn about the history of the queer movement locally and worldwide.

JULY 2023 MONDAY

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Ashura

PL AN T O S T UDY ABROAD Be mindful of application deadlines if you’re interested in studying abroad or away from UNO. Visit educationabroad. unomaha.edu to start planning your journey.

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