A Change in Perspective
A study abroad experience sparked one UNO alumna’s artistic journey, proving imagination can flourish when we see the world through a new lens.
Questions spark ideas that lead to research, creativity and real-world impact. They drive Mavericks to look beyond what is known and imagine what could be.
A study abroad experience sparked one UNO alumna’s artistic journey, proving imagination can flourish when we see the world through a new lens.
Imagination comes alive through movement as dancers across generations transform ideas, emotions, and stories into shared expression.
The path to new knowledge begins with imagination, inquiry, and a willingness to venture into the unknown.
Through creative expression and diverse perspectives, artists reveal new ways of understanding ourselves and one another.
Brenton Gomez never stopped imagining what his community could become, and now he helps create experiences that bring that vision to life.
Vidya Bommanapally sees imagination as the spark behind discovery, connecting ideas across fields to create solutions that didn’t exist before.
Oscar Biesanz blends science and art through an imaginative approach that transforms uncertainty into opportunity.
From viral moments to world-class events, the executive director of Visit Omaha imagines fresh ways to showcase the city she proudly calls home.
The Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library is filled with stories, and an important department preserves the ones that belong to UNO.
UNO alum and entrepreneur Scott Kuhlman brings his career full circle from fashion sales to textile recycling and sustainable innovation.
The SPEAK OUT!® Therapy and Research Center at UNO sustains speech, confidence and connection for Nebraskans living with Parkinson’s.
Students and local companies are defending Nebraska’s digital infrastructure through UNO’s Cyber Matrix.
Through advocacy and reentry work, Jasmine L. Harris is preserving justice, dignity and second chances.
Michael Helgerson is helping the Omaha–Council Bluffs region preserve quality of life while planning what comes next.
Conservation scientist and UN Ambassador Emily Geest is changing how the world sees insects and why their preservation is essential to our own survival.
After four decades at the Getty, Jerry Podany reflects on preserving the past and what he hopes endures of his own legacy.
How does a rare celestial event connect to UNO’s mission on Earth?
What happens when a university makes artificial intelligence approachable for everyone?
Can a college experience where curiosity and collaboration thrive shape a lifetime of innovation?
As a metropolitan university, the University of Nebraska at Omaha is deeply connected to the people, challenges, and opportunities that shape our community. That connection requires imagination.
Imagination is often associated with creativity, but it is also a powerful force for progress. It is what allows us to see possibilities where others see obstacles, to ask new questions, and to envision solutions that have not yet been discovered. At UNO, imagination drives innovation, learning, and impact.
Amplified by UNO’s role as co-host, the Men’s College World Series fuels Omaha’s economy and shapes its identity.
An art history professor is using private support to provide hands-on experiences for students.
Isaac Barchus’s connection with UNO began when he was just 12 years old.
Students from all majors and walks of university life come together to be the pulse of Omaha Athletics and build a lasting community.
Inside the Clayton Lab, researchers are expanding our knowledge of how the gut microbiome works.
There were times when Blanca Brownmiller was tempted to give up on achieving her goal of getting her college degree. UNO helped her cross the finish line.
While research lab results matter, the educational skills gained along the way are just as important.
UNO’s first co-op student and Business Admin major Darian Mitchell finished an experience with Werner Enterprises, helping advance her career in the supply chain industry.
Lawmakers saw firsthand how uncensored AI models can generate dangerous, real-world attack guidance.
The program will integrate revised internship courses, professional development workshops, and public events connecting students with community partners.
As Omaha Track and Field standout Emma Klein prepares her final jumps as a student-athlete, she looks forward to her next chapter as a first-grade teacher.
The next phase of the Omaha Athletics Campus Masterplan
Imagination by Julia McGuigan. I grew up in Papillion, Nebraska, and earned my BS in Education from UNO. In 2014, I studied art and Spanish at Veritas Universidad in San José, Costa Rica, an experience that broadened my perspective and deepened my appreciation for architecture, color, and community. Ever since, I’ve been drawn to illustrating spaces that tell stories and help people feel connected to where they live. This illustration was inspired by my four-year-old son, Shawn. He reminds me of the power of imagination every day. I hope it invites adults to reconnect with that same sense of wonder. A cardboard box can become a spaceship. A stick becomes a magic wand. A cloud becomes a shark or a butterfly. Children don’t see limitations; they see possibilities.
