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CORONAVIRUS AND UNO
The coronavirus has caused unprecedented change throughout our country and the world. Below are links to information pertaining to the impact on university and alumni association activities, events, programs and more.
For the latest information, including a list of resources and advice, visit the university's dedicated coronavirus website.
We extend our concerns to our Maverick family and to everyone impacted by this public health situation. Remember — we are Maverick strong!
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DONATIONS SOUGHT FOR FOOD BANK OF THE HEARTLAND Today — Friday, March 20, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
UNO's Office of Spirit and Tradition and UNO Athletics are collecting much-needed items for Food Bank of the Heartland. Just drive up to the Milo Bail Student Center and drop off donations TODAY, Friday, March 20, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m..
You can stay in your car as Durango collects your items. Those who donate will get some free MavSwag!
High demand items: peanut butter, mac and cheese, canned meats, cereal, boxed meals, pasta, pasta sauce, pork and beans, and canned veggies and fruits.
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UNIVERSITY TO BEGIN REMOTE LEARNING MARCH 30
Effective Monday, March 30, UNO will conduct all classes in remote learning mode. Instructors will deploy a range of digital technology tools to enable students to continue their academic coursework for the remainder of the Spring 2020 semester.
For the latest information, including a list of resources and advice, visit the university's dedicated coronavirus website.
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ALUMNI PROGRAM CANCELLATIONS & POSTPONEMENTS
With an abundance of caution, the UNO Alumni Association has canceled or postponed its programs and events through April. Events impacted include:
* Golden Circle Lunch Bunches scheduled for March 13, April 2 and May 1. * Texas Mavs on the Move set for March 31 * UNO Young Alumni Reception set for April 22. * The Young Alumni Academy
A decision on future events has not yet been made. If you have any questions about our programs or events, please contact Bianca O'Shaughnessy at 402-504-3342 or boshaughnessy@unoalumni.org.
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UNMC/NEBRASKA MEDICINE EFFORTS
We are proud of the important role that the University of Nebraska Medical Center and its clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine, are taking in the battle against the coronavirus. See more at unmc.edu/coronavirus
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U.S. CENSUS COUNTING ON HELP FROM UNO
Did you know that UNO's Center for Public Affairs Research (CPAR) is Nebraska's lead Census agency? CPAR is encouraging alumni everywhere to take part in the 2020 Census, which for the first time can be completed online as well as by phone or email. Click the link below to learn more about the Census, and about UNO's efforts with it.
SEE UNO CENSUS EFFORTS
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GET A FREE O FLAG, SHOW THE O
Ever been to the iconic Flora-Bama bar on the Florida-Alabama state line? UNO grad Paul Hoffman was there recently, and he brought his O flag for a picture.
Get YOUR own free O flag to take a photo wherever you are or wherever you go then post that pic to showtheo.com!
GET A FREE O FLAG
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GET A FREE "O BABY!" SHIRT
Hunter, son of Derek ('11) and Karla Blue, is rockin' his new "O Baby" shirt. Get a FREE O Baby! shirt for you own future alum today!
GET AN 'O, BABY!' SHIRT
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Learn more and get the app
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UNO EVENTS: For a calendar of on- and off-campus UNO events, click here.
MORE EVENTS: See Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center event listings.
MAVERICK ATHLETICS: For schedules, game times and more, visit omavs.com
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