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PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR UNO STUDENTS

Life After UNO is a professional and personal development program for students designed to help Mavericks excel as official UNO alumni. Whether you are a freshman preparing in advance or a senior applying for your first job, Life After UNO can help you successfully navigate your next steps.  

Sessions are open to all UNO students and are FREE to attend.

Life After UNO: Discover & Develop Your Greatest Strengths

March 26, 2025
2:30–4:00 p.m.
Thompson Alumni Center

Who should attend: All UNO students are welcome.

What you will learn: Your top five Gallup CliftonStrengths and how to use them in your career and life.

Cost: FREE! RSVP is required as space is limited.

After registering, you will be invited to take the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment to uncover your top five strengths.  

In this session led by CliftonStrengths Coach Lauren Hines, you will learn how to apply your unique strengths in various aspects of life, including career planning and personal development. The program will provide insights into how your top five strengths can be utilized to navigate life after UNO with confidence and purpose.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Lauren Hines is the Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition at the University of Nebraska Foundation. In her role, she manages recruitment efforts and supports the Foundation’s strengths-based culture by coaching employees and teams on their CliftonStrengths. Prior to joining the Foundation, Lauren worked in higher education as a career coach, where she taught career courses and supported employers and in Greek Life. Lauren holds degrees from the University of Nebraska at Kearney and Eastern Illinois University. She enjoys helping others learn about their strengths and how to leverage them both personally and professionally.

Life After UNO: Navigating Your First Home Purchase 

April 21, 2025
11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Milo Bail Student Center Ballroom

Who should attend: All UNO students are welcome.

What you will learn: How to buy your first home, including financial preparedness and the home buying process.

Cost: FREE and lunch is included! RSVP is required as space is limited.

Angel Starks, President and CEO of Locale Real Estate Services, will guide you through the essentials of home buying including financial tips, finding the right home, the home buying process and how to avoid common pitfalls.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Angel Starks is an Omaha native and UNO alumna with a Nebraska Real Estate License. She is the President and CEO of Locale Real Estate Services and a dedicated leader in the real estate industry, serving on various committees and holding leadership roles in the Women’s Council of REALTORS®. Beyond real estate, Angel is passionate about education and advocacy, serving as a Lead Educational Advocate and contributing to nonprofit boards.

To suggest future session topics or to volunteer to be a featured speaker, contact Nathan Hankenson, Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement, at 402-502-3330 or [email protected].