UNO College of Public Affairs and Community Service

Join our school's Virtual Open house May 1; 5 PM CT. Learn about our highly ranked masters programs, talk with faculty and directors. Short, sweet and succinct! See you online! at: ZOOM LINK HERE: https://hubs.ly/Q03h1G2b0

Our experts on Nebraska and taxes: WalletHub’s recent report on state tax burdens features insights from UNO’s SPA faculty expert Craig Maher, Ph.D. In the article, Maher, a distinguished professor, offers analysis on how tax structures impact economic competitiveness and household decision-making. Nebraska ranked 25th overall in the report, with a total tax burden of 8.78%. Details here:

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Congratulations to our very own Dr. John Bartle, Distinguished Professor in the School of Public Administration, on his inauguration today as president of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA). John is the past dean of UNO's College of Public Affairs and Community Service, a researcher, and an expert in public finance. He will be a valued leader of ASPA, an 8,000+ member society made of practitioners, academicians, and students in the field of public administration.

In his inaugural speech, John said, "Today, we stand in our nation’s capital during the most important and historic time for American government since 1861. Our international relations, political system, and public administration are all in turmoil. But it is precisely during such times that our commitment to the pillars of ASPA—efficiency, economy, effectiveness, and equity—becomes most critical."

We're so thankful and proud of his national leadership and dedication to public service. Congratulations, and thank you, John! 🎉🎉

Read more of this thoughts and details here: https://hubs.ly/Q03frLby0.

Join our Fundraising Management Spring Series Classes, available every month at UNO as part of our Certificate in Fundraising Management program. You can choose classes Ala Carte, with a two-day session priced at just $299. Gain insights from local experts who are well-versed in the Omaha fundraising landscape. Classes are in person, or offered online. Exact descriptions and registration details here: https://hubs.ly/Q039jHYd0

UNO is represented in force today at the ASPA Conference; the nation's premier conference on public administration. Proud of Dr. John Bartle for his role as incoming president (more info coming on Tuesday); and excited to see our instructor and PHD candidate Michael Lee as a nationally recognized ASPA Founders Fellow. Well done to all involved! We need and appreciate our school's leadership.

Nominate Your Favorite! Nominations are open for our second annual SPA awards and graduation celebration, slated for May 14, 2025. We would love to know of deserving alumni, teachers, and community activists. Nominate here: And come join us on

2025 Awards Ceremony & Graduation Reception celebrating our alumni and scholarship awards winners, and graduating seniors, masters & PHD students on May 14

Join our Fundraising Management Spring Series Classes, available every month at UNO as part of our Certificate in Fundraising Management program. You can choose classes Ala Carte, with a two-day session priced at just $299. Gain insights from local experts who are well-versed in the Omaha fundraising landscape. Classes are in person, or offered online. Exact descriptions and registration details here: https://hubs.ly/Q039jHjW0

What an empowering day we saw Thursday at UNO with the Heartland Civic Summit, led by Dr. Jodi Benenson, Associate Professor with Public Administration. More than 200 attended, learned and shared at this event, focused on engaging youth in civic matters. Well done, Jodi and team (including two of our Ph.D. candidates Jonathan Wong and Monica Lea).

UNO research finds young people want to be involved, but want to know how Youth "aren't always sure where to get started," the head of the project said.

Join our Fundraising Management Spring Series Classes, available every month at UNO as part of our Certificate in Fundraising Management program. You can choose classes Ala Carte, with a two-day session priced at just $299. Gain insights from local experts who are well-versed in the Omaha fundraising landscape. Classes are in person, or offered online. Exact descriptions and registration details here: https://hubs.ly/Q039jDkY0

Considering a graduate degree from a highly ranked program? Come talk with our faculty and alumni about the the Masters of Public Administration degree, and the four dual degrees offered along with it (MSW, MIS, Criminal Justice, and Gerontology). Free parking, light snacks, and great company! MARCH 6, 4-6 PM, UNO CEC building, room 205. Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q0395L820

We never let down! It's Friday afternoon and the energy is high with our professors of public administration. Drs. Benenson, Hoang, Minkowitz, Jang, and Reyes Nunez are a powerful reminder of the leadership, expertise, and innovation shaping the future of public administration and emergency management education within our school, state and country.

Staying Relevant: Nebraska has a unique political culture, and it's reflected in the political and social institutions in our state. Dr. Robert Blair, Professor Emeritus, examines connections between the political culture, traditions, and heritage of Nebraska and its governmental institutions in his new book: NEBRASKA GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS, Second Edition, Edited by Robert Blair, Christian L. Janousek, and Jerome Deichert. From Nebraska Press. Enjoy the read!