Lyn Holley, MPA 95

Lyn has been named a Fellow of the Gerontological Society of America alongside three of her colleagues. This is one of the most prestigious honors in her field, and recognizes her individual accomplishments as well as her department’s broader impact on advancing research, education and practice related to aging. In 2019, she was also named a Fellow of the Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education. Her research focuses on public programs and services for aging populations, with an emphasis on improving intergenerational relationships and address the needs of minority elders. “I’m deeply honored to be recognized as a Fellow of the Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education,” Holley said. “This recognition reflects the work we are doing at UNO to engage both students and the community in meaningful ways. By fostering intergenerational understanding, we are addressing key challenges facing an aging society.”