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title: "March 2026 :: Academic Affairs Bulletin"
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| View in browser Supporting teaching, learning, and academic programs. Welcome to the Academic Affairs Bulletin. Below are key updates, events, and resources. Dusten Crichton Honored Nationally for Advocacy for First-Year Students  Crichton received the Outstanding First-Year Student Advocate Award, a national honor that recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to supporting students during their transition to college. The award highlights leaders whose work improves access, belonging, and success for first-year students.  Congratulations, Dusten! Faculty Affairs Emeritus Recommendations Do you have faculty who will soon be retiring? Emeritus recommendations for faculty retiring at the end of the academic year are due April 1. For additional information on eligibility for emeritus and the recommendation process, see the Emeritus folder in the College Resources SharePoint site. Questions? Contact Candice Batton in Academic Affairs at 402.554.4452 or by email. Faculty Workload Planning Faculty workload planning spreadsheets for the academic year 2026-27 are due to Academic Affairs by April 1. Questions? Contact Jenn Swartzendruber. Faculty Resources Center for Faculty Excellence All Faculty Resources SharePoint ORCA Announcements Dr. Alex Kolodkin to Present at UNO Two-day event highlighting Neuroscience research and interdisciplinary innovation March 26, 10 to 11 A.M. UNO welcomes Dr. Alex Kolodkin, Professor of Neuroscience at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, for a Scientific Talk, “Molecular Mechanisms Underlying Neural Circuit Assembly.” The event is open to students, faculty, and staff. Scientific Talk RSVP March 27, 12:30 to 2:30 P.M., CPACS Rm 101 Dr. Kolodkin will also deliver a keynote address, followed by a panel discussion with academic leaders from across Nebraska on how discovery, technology, and innovation are shaping the future of research and application.   Panelists include: Gurpreet Dhillon, PhD, Dean, College of Business Administration, UNO Lance C. Pérez, PhD, Fred Hunzeker Dean of Engineering, UNL Joann B. Sweasy, PhD, Director, Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, UNMC This event is open to faculty, staff, students, and members of the Omaha community. Keynote Address RSVP ORCA Virtual Office Hours March Virtual Office Hour: March 4, 9 to 10 A.M. ORCA Open Writing Sessions (MBSC, Room 306) March 10, 8:30 to 10 A.M. March 31, 8:30 to 10 A.M. April 23, 12:30 to 2 P.M. Share Your Success UNO faculty can now share achievements more easily and help elevate the university’s local, national, and global reputation. Share Your Success News & Events for Faculty These items are ready to be shared with faculty. Encourage your Students to Attend 2026 Virtual Student Research and Creative Activity Fair Panel March 9, Noon to 1 P.M. via Zoom Hear tips and best practices from previous Student Research and Creative Activity Fair presenters to help your students with their Fair Presentations! Engaged & Empowered: A Civic Workshop Series Second Tuesday, 11 A.M. to Noon The Engaged & Empowered workshop series continues to build civic knowledge, leadership skills, and pathways to action. Sessions are open to all. March 10: The Power of Storytelling and Media in Creating Change April 14: How to Contact Your Elected Officials Encourage your Students to Apply 2026 Newman Civic Fellowship Deadline: April 1, by midnight Do you know a student who is passionate about solving challenges in their community? UNO students who are changemakers and public problem-solvers are encouraged to apply. Upcoming Meetings, Events, & Deadlines March 6: AAT: Curricular Change and Innovation, 9 A.M. to Noon, CPACS 132 March 12: Office of Engagement: Coffee and Conversation March 27:18th Annual Student Research and Creative Activity Fair University of Nebraska at Omaha, Academic Affairs, 6001 University Dr., Eppley Administration Building 202, Omaha, NE 68182, 402.554.2262, academic.affairs@unomaha.edu Manage preferences The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement. |
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