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Category: Forever Mavericks

Linda Pawlenty, BA 06, MA 15

Linda earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from UNO, along with a certificate in writing creative nonfiction. She has published her first book, Clutch: An Education at Work. After earning her BA in 2006, she attended a local truck driving school—a decision that has shaped her work and education ever since.

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Samantha Mosser, MBA 02

Samantha has been named president of Bankers Trust, Iowa’s largest independently owned bank, effective Aug. 1. She currently serves as Nebraska president and has played a key role in expanding the bank’s presence in the region. She joined Bankers Trust in 2022 and has more than 27 years of banking

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Daniel Garcia, BGS 97

“52 is far superior to 22 so far in life! Never stop chasing your dreams. Age is more about ‘experience levels’ than ‘years old.’” Daniel says. 

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Debra Andersen, BA 91

Debra has worked in the evolving field of physical and cyber security for more than 16 years. She holds certifications as a Physical Security Professional (PSP) and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). She currently serves as Security Administrator for Physical and Cyber, and Privacy Officer for MWI in Lincoln,

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Tim Cavanaugh, BS 78, MS 88

Tim was sworn in as Douglas County treasurer on July 8, 2025. He has served as chairman of the MUD Board of Directors for 26 years, following his retirement as a captain from the Omaha Police Department. He is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy. 

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Eric “Ric” Hines, BS 80

Ric earned his bachelor’s in civil engineering from UNO in 1980 and his master’s from UNL in 1985. He became a registered professional engineer in Nebraska in 1984. He worked for Wells Engineers Inc. in Omaha from 1979 to 1986, contributing to civil engineering projects including bridges, water/wastewater treatment and

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Donna Gloshen, BA 82, MBA 84

Donna attended a mini family reunion in Northern California’s wine country and the mountains near Sacramento.  “The food and wine were delicious and the time spent together was wonderful. It’s a beautiful area, but I still love living in Florida more.”

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Mary Wallen, MS 82

Mary has learned to tackle more household maintenance issues than she ever imagined since her husband’s passing two years ago. This year, she plans to build a deck onto the back of her home, replacing the current screened porch. She’s in her 28th year of teaching and works summers at

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