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.
Imagination is the ability to see beyond what is. At UNO, it drives discovery and innovation. It is present in the questions researchers pursue, the experiences that broaden our perspectives, and the art we create.
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.
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.
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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.
