The UNO Office of Engagement (OE) was officially formed in October 2022.
The Office of Engagement (OE) develops, supports, and facilitates community engaged teaching, research, and service experiences that occur in and outside of the classroom. The OE develops, supports, and facilitates community engaged teaching, research, and service experiences that occur in and outside of the classroom. We serve as a connector to community in service of our access, social mobility,
06/17/2026
Looking to connect with educators, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders?
Join us for the 2026 Community Partner Fair, a networking opportunity designed to bring together community partners, UNO faculty, and P–12 educators to share ideas, build relationships, and explore future collaborations.
📅 Wednesday, July 22
⏰ 10:45–11:45 a.m. (set up begins at 10:15 a.m.)
🍽️ Lunch and networking from 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
SERVICE LEARNING SPOTLIGHT 🌟
UNO students partnered with children in the Boys & Girls Club after-school program to lead small-group activities focused on building healthy relationships and strengthening social skills. Throughout the semester, students applied course concepts while supporting children's social-emotional development through meaningful, hands-on learning experiences. 🤝✨
06/15/2026
Turn your passion into impact 🌟
The Humanities in Action Internship Program connects students with paid community-based internships that build professional skills, expand networks, and create meaningful change.
06/10/2026
Join us for the 2026 Community Partner Fair as part of the Service Learning Seminar at UNO. This event brings together community organizations, UNO faculty, P–12 educators, and community partners to build connections, share resources, and explore new opportunities for collaboration.
📅 Wednesday, July 22
⏰ Community Partner Fair: 10:45–11:45 a.m. (set up begins at 10:15 a.m.)
🍽️ Lunch & networking: 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
SERVICE LEARNING SPOTLIGHT 🌟
Students in TED 2350 – Play in Early Childhood Inclusive, taught by Dr. Burke, partnered with Educare of Omaha – Indian Hill to create a pop-up play experience for children and their families. Through a Service-Learning Academy partnership, UNO students facilitated hands-on, developmentally appropriate activities that encouraged learning, creativity, and connection through play 🎨🧩
The event gave students an opportunity to apply classroom concepts in a real-world setting while supporting young children and their families. A meal was also provided for participants, creating a welcoming community experience.
Learn how you can help your students make a difference. Register for our Service Learning Seminar: https://loom.ly/U2emQAg
06/09/2026
What a great day!
Meet Ditto. This robot made his debut at Mav AI Day.
SERVICE LEARNING SPOTLIGHT 🌟
Students in CDIS 4750 are putting clinical theories into practice by mentoring Omaha South High School students and co-creating traffic safety advocacy materials. Through infographics and skits, students support language development while helping collect data to advocate for improvements at the 23rd and J Street intersection. 🚸🗣️
This partnership connects classroom learning with meaningful community impact, empowering students to apply their skills in a real-world setting.
Create opportunities like this for your students. Register for our Service Learning Seminar: https://loom.ly/U2emQAg
SERVICE LEARNING SPOTLIGHT 🌟
Students in GERO 2000 connected with older adults at the Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center (CEC) for a Valentine’s-themed intergenerational event. Together, participants built relationships, shared conversations, and created 83 Valentine’s cards while fostering meaningful connections across generations 💌
The event also helped students identify potential participants for their Life Lessons project, creating a welcoming foundation for future interviews and learning experiences.
Learn how you can help your students make a difference. Register for our Service Learning Seminar: https://loom.ly/U2emQAg
06/01/2026
Our team had the opportunity to check out the Future Lab as part of We Make Omaha and engage in the conversations driving the City of Omaha's future. Built on input from more than 7,000 community members, Future Lab explores four possible growth scenarios and the opportunities and tradeoffs each presents.
| Monday | 8am - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 9pm |
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| Thursday | 8am - 9pm |
| Friday | 8am - 9pm |