Chris Crutchfield
A chance opportunity led to a fulfilling career mentoring young athletes and building a legacy rooted in purpose and passion.
A chance opportunity led to a fulfilling career mentoring young athletes and building a legacy rooted in purpose and passion.
Kailey Snyder returned home to UNO and found her calling in research, teaching and community health right where it all began.
Daniel Trejo turned a love for design into an award-winning career, blending creativity and culture to make his mark on Omaha’s visual landscape.
Kamrin Baker turned a dream job into reality, sharing stories of hope and impact with thousands through her work at Good Good Good.
From launching new engagement platforms to outfitting students for success and serving our communities with pride, Maverick Spirit was on full display this year. The UNO Alumni Association’s 2024–2025 Engagement Impact Report celebrates the powerful ways alumni, students and friends stayed connected and propelled our university community ahead.
The University of Nebraska at Omaha’s May 2025 commencement ceremony at Baxter Arena was a powerful tribute to leadership, service and Maverick pride. Eartha Johnson (BS 83), CEO of LegalWATCH, and Tobi Mathouser (BS 01), president and CEO of Goodwill Industries Serving Eastern Nebraska and Southwest Iowa, were recognized with the Citation for Alumni Achievement Award for their outstanding professional accomplishments and community impact. The ceremony also featured a keynote address by four-division world champion boxer Terence “Bud” Crawford, who was honored with the inaugural Spirit of the Maverick Award — a distinction celebrating individuals who embody UNO’s values of excellence, engagement, discovery and integrity.
CITATION FOR ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Eartha Johnson (BS 83),
CEO of LegalWATCH (center)
CITATION FOR ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Tobi Mathouser (BS 01), President and CEO of Goodwill Industries Serving Eastern Nebraska and Southwest Iowa (center)
INAUGURAL SPIRIT OF THE MAVERICK AWARD
Terence “Bud” Crawford, World Champion Boxer (center)
Learn more about each award and the recipients and watch Crawford’s speech at unoalumni.org/uno-commencement-honors-excellence.
On April 3, the University of Nebraska at Omaha celebrated its first Gratitude Day. Throughout the day, students wrote handwritten notes or recorded video messages thanking the UNO community — alumni, faculty, staff, students, friends and fans — for making financial contributions and supporting their education each year.
The UNO Alumni Association partnered with the University of Nebraska Foundation, UNO’s Durango’s Advancement & Support Hub (DASH) and student volunteers to host gratitude booths across campus. More than 200 students shared their appreciation for their scholarships, colleges, student organizations, student emergency assistance and wellness programs supported by private philanthropy.
Follow our Facebook and Instagram @unoalumni to view thank you notes and videos from the day!
Be part of a growing Maverick tradition! UNO’s sixth-annual giving day, Wear Black, Give Back, will be held from noon on Oct. 8 until noon Oct. 9. Show your Maverick spirit and make your gift of $5 or more to support scholarships, student organizations, colleges and programs, Omaha athletics, emergency assistance, and more. Spread the word and share your generosity this year during Wear Black, Give Back!
Hallie has been accepted into her top-choice nursing school and is proud that her hard work has paid off.
Derek and his wife recently purchased a home. He also began his master’s degree program this spring.
Abner was offered a position with the Department of Defense as a logistics management specialist, focusing on foreign trade with
Tyson was admitted into the class of 2027 at the University of Nebraska College of Law. He is furthering his
“Hi all! It’s crazy that it’s been over a year since graduating college. In this last year I’ve already pivoted
Madison has started graduate school at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, studying biochemistry.
