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Golden Circle Lunch Bunch

Join us for these upcoming opportunities to learn about university advancements and socialize with fellow Maverick graduates and former UNO faculty and staff! Golden Circle Lunch Bunches are open to UNO alumni and guests.

11:30 AM–1:00 PM
Thompson Alumni Center | 6705 Dodge Street
$15 per guest | FREE PARKING

Register via the links below or by contacting Bianca O'Shaughnessy, Administrative Assistant, at boshaughnessy@unoalumni.org or 402-504-3342.

FEBRUARY 3
Skyler Brooke
Assistant Director of Strength & Fitness Programs, Campus Recreation

Still in the New Year, we put the focus on healthier habits and exercise with Skyler Brooke, Assistant Director of Strength & Fitness Programs. Skyler will provide insight into health as we age and demonstrate examples of exercises we can do every day, every age, anywhere!

Register by January 30

MARCH 3
Gina Ligon
Director, National Counterterrorism Innovation, Technology, and Education Center

Dr. Ligon talks about her research on terrorism and targeted violence. Collaborating with 18 universities focused on counterterrorism research, NCITE’s goal is to innovate, educate and create new prevention strategies while building a workforce pipeline in STEM and Homeland Security fields.

Register by February 17

APRIL 7
Sara Woods
UNO Chief Engagement Officer

As an urban university, meaningful and impactful community engagement and partnerships are central to UNO’s mission. Hear Sara talk about how the Office of Engagement connects stakeholders and how you can get involved.

Register by March 24

MAY 5
Hillary Nather-Detisch
Executive Director, Samuel Bak Museum: The Learning Center

Opening in February 2023, the Samuel Bak Museum will be a source of collaboration for students, faculty, staff and the community. The museum will generate intercultural dialogue and education, focusing on art, Holocaust education, human rights and genocide.

Register by April 21

Golden Circle

The UNO Golden Circle is comprised of retired faculty and staff and university graduates age 65+. The group was formed at a reunion in 1984 honoring the class of 1934.

Today, members meet monthly (with the exception of January and July) for Golden Circle Lunch Bunches at the Thompson Alumni Center.

For more information about the UNO Golden Circle, email unoalumni@unoalumni.org.

Lifelong Learning Program

Seniors and adult learners of all ages are invited to go back to school through UNO’s new Lifelong Learning Program!

Enroll in six-week afternoon or evening mini-courses specifically designed and instructed for adult and senior learners. Initial mini-course offerings will cover topics including healthful aging, Black American culture, literature, the Chinese global economy, film history and stress management. Learners can also audit 15-week undergraduate general education courses alongside UNO students. Take up to four courses for only $100 per semester.

For more information, including a list of mini-courses and an enrollment link, visit unomaha.edu/academic-affairs/lifelong-learning or call 402-554-2262.