UNO Young Alumni Academy

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Attendee Spotlight

Name

Bridge Weide Brooks (1996; pictured, forefront)

Attended
Inaugural Class of 2010-11

About the UYAA
“The UNO Young Alumni Academy was an incredible experience. I thought I was pretty connected to what was going on with the university, but I really wasn't aware of how much the campus had changed since I graduated. It was neat getting such a unique perspective (literally — the view from the bell tower is so cool!) on the university's programs and facilities, and I would recommend the UNO YAA experience to any graduate.”
Mission

UNO Young Alumni Mission: To create opportunities for young alumni to reconnect with UNO through the Alumni Association, and to develop supportive alumni for life by encouraging young alumni involvement in programs and the UNO Annual Fund.

UNO Alumni Association VISION: To ignite a highly engaged alumni network to promote and achieve UNO’s vision and goals. 

MISSION: We drive alumni engagement and support with distinctive communications and innovative programs, enhancing pride in a UNO degree.

Contact Us

For more information about UNO Young Alumni, contact Elizabeth Kraemer at ekraemer@unoalumni.org 

 
   Session 6: "Mav March"

Academy members — don't miss the next session of the UNO Young Alumni Academy, set for March 28 — our popular (and top-scecret!) "Mav March" Group Activity. Come ready for fun!

 

2012-13 Academy Class Unveiled

The UNO Alumni Association has selected 30 alumni for membership in the 2012-13 Young Alumni Academy.

The award-winning program was founded in 2010 to facilitate networking and professional growth among alumni under 40. More than 60 young alumni have participated in the academy since, getting an insider’s view into the administration of UNO. Sessions are held at unique locations on and off campus, and UNO leaders address members on topics such as athletics management, student focus and community engagement.

In June, CASE’s International Circle of Excellence awards program recognized the academy with a Silver Award for New Program Initiatives — the top award in its category and the Association's first-ever International Circle of Excellence honor. CASE — the Council for Advancement and Support of Education — is one of the largest international associations of education institutions, serving more than 3,400 universities, colleges, schools and related organizations in 74 countries.

The Academy also received a gold award for special group programming during the CASE District VI Conference in Denver in January.

The third UNO Young Alumni Academy begins Oct. 25 and continues through April. Members of the 2012-13 Academy class are listed below with year of graduation and place of employment. Congratulations Academy members!

2012-13 Young Alumni Academy Members
Kaitlin O'Hara Ahart, 2010, Marian High School; Andrew Ash, 2004, Kiewit Corporation; Noelle Lynn Blood, 2011, UNO - CBA; Dr. Katie Briley, 2007, Performance Chiropractic; Tim Cramer, 2008, OPPD; Molly Davis, 2008, Alegent Health; Tyler Davis, 2009, UNO; Leslie Fischer, 1999, TAGG; Tessa Gifford, 2009, University of Nebraska Foundation; Andrew Hunt, 2008 & 2010, Guide Rock Capital Management; Emily Iversen, 2012, Community Alliance; Angelica Jensen, 2011, UNO Campus Rec; Joseph Jensen, 2009, Union Pacific; Ami Kaminski, 2010, UNMC; Jerome Kenkel, 2003, Werner Enterprises; Meredith Klein, 2009, Army Corps of Engineers; Melanie Krings, 2008 & 2012, UNO EMBA Program; Daniel Lehmann, 2011, Carlson Systems; Jenna Matthey, 2011, Union Pacific; Lacey Merica, 2011, Applied Underwriters; Meghan Murdock, 2011, Job Seeking; Matt Neuhaus, 2009, DataShield; Steve Nielsen, 2012, ProxiBid; Maceal Norvell, 2011, Inclusive Communities; Aaron Rouse, 2010, Omaha Performing Arts; Kimberly Tyser, 2005, VanGuard Research; Nicole Vice, 2000, McGrath North; Jordan Wagner, 2012, Westbrook Early Childhood Center; Daniel Borowiak, 2011, Council Bluffs Community Schools; Mike Timm, 1995, Integrated Consulting Group.

  

UNO Young Alumni Academy

The UNO Young Alumni Academy is designed to facilitate networking and professional growth while delivering participants an insider’s view into what it takes to run one of the nation’s premier metropolitan universities.

Applications for 2012-13 UNO Young Alumni Academy membership are being accepted through Aug. 12. Apply today online!

While there is no age requirement, programming is geared toward alumni under 40.

The Academy typically meets on Thursday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. once per month from October through April. Meetings are held at unique locations throughout campus and with activities that feature UNO’s leaders. There is no charge to Academy participants.

Each session begins with time for networking before moving into the monthly topic. Monthly topics:

 

The UNO Young Alumni Academy received  a major honor in the CASE Circle of Excellence award program. Read more!

 

October 25 November 15
December 14

January 17
February 21
March 28

April 18

Welcome & Introductory Activity
Who Pays? Funding UNO Academics & Research
UNO Maverick Hockey & Athletics
UNO’s Community Engagement Emphasis
The UNO Student Experience
"Mav March" Group Activity

Wrap Up and Academy "Graduation" Activities

UNO Young Alumni social activities may be built into the schedule. While the Academy is exclusive to participants, socials are open to all UNO Young Alumni. Academy participants are encouraged to invite their friends and fellow alumni to attend.

Upon “Graduation” from the UNO Young Alumni Academy, participants will remain connected through the UNO Young Alumni leadership team with opportunities for further involvement and networking.

QUALITIES OF ACADEMY APPLICANTS
To ensure a meaningful experience for Academy participants it is suggested that applicants consider the qualities that will make UNO Young Alumni Academy members successful.

It is suggested that applicants are UNO Young Alumni who:

• Are proud to have earned a degree from UNO.
• Enjoy networking with others who share a connection with UNO.
• Have a desire to learn more about how UNO contributes to the quality of life in Nebraska.
• Will make a commitment to complete all seven sessions of the Academy program.

Apply today!
  
     

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