Projects Report

This report shows the various collaborative projects between UNO and the community.

Engagement Type: Community-Based Learning
Activity Type: Study Abroad
Start Semester: Fall
Total UNO Students: 0
Start Academic Year: 2016-17
UNO Student Hours: 0
End Semester:
Total K-12 Students: 0
End Academic Year: None
K-12 Student Hours: 0
Total Number of Other Participants: 0
Topics:

Description : Utrecht is a bustling city with a young student population in the heart of the Netherlands. As such, it is perfectly situated for travel to other Dutch cities such as Rotterdam, the Hague, and Amsterdam. UNO students study with local and international students in the Netherlands at one of the world's leading research universities with particular strengths in STEM fields. University of Utrecht offers over 200 courses in English and suits both undergraduate and graduate students. UNO sends and receives students from the University of Utrecht through the MAUI-Utrecht Consortium, which was established in 1998 with UNO as a member institution.
Engagement Type: Community-Based Learning
Activity Type: Study Abroad
Start Semester: Fall
Total UNO Students: 0
Start Academic Year: 2016-17
UNO Student Hours: 0
End Semester:
Total K-12 Students: 0
End Academic Year: None
K-12 Student Hours: 0
Total Number of Other Participants: 0
Topics:

Description : Vilnius is Lithuania’s capital city, the largest in Lithuania but relatively small in regards to other European capitals. As a city, it is a beautiful example of baroque architecture and contains one of the largest surviving medieval quarters in Europe. UNO students can spend a semester or year studying alongside local students in Lithuania at Vilnius University. Studies are available in English in a major capital city, with a low cost of living and connections to nearby countries. UNO sends and receives students from Vilnius University through the MAUI-Utrecht Consortium, which was established in 1998 with UNO as a member institution.
Engagement Type: Community-Based Learning
Activity Type: Study Abroad
Start Semester: Fall
Total UNO Students: 0
Start Academic Year: 2016-17
UNO Student Hours: 0
End Semester:
Total K-12 Students: 0
End Academic Year: None
K-12 Student Hours: 0
Total Number of Other Participants: 0
Topics:

Description : Italy is consistently one of the top destinations for study abroad students. History. Culture. Weather. Unspoilt Italian countryside. Mediterranean beaches. Soccer. Art, architecture, and fashion. Pizza, pasta, wine, and gelato. Public transportation. Top rated international universities. Established in 1088, the University of Bologna is the oldest university in the western world. UNO students study at this historic university in the medieval city of Bologna in the northern part of Italy, or one of its newer campuses in Italy. Courses are available in Italian and there is a selection of courses in English as well, including postgraduate programs. Both students and faculty have travelled to Italy through this partnership. UNO sends and receives students from University of Bologna through the MAUI-Utrecht Consortium, which was established in 1998 with UNO as a member institution.
Engagement Type: Community-Based Learning
Activity Type: Study Abroad
Start Semester: Fall
Total UNO Students: 0
Start Academic Year: 2016-17
UNO Student Hours: 0
End Semester:
Total K-12 Students: 0
End Academic Year: None
K-12 Student Hours: 0
Total Number of Other Participants: 0
Topics:

Description : Ljubljana offers it all - it is a lively and eventful capital city with a low cost of living and public transportation connections to neighboring cities and breathtaking natural landscapes. It is one of Europe's greenest and most livable cities, not to mention being a hub of culture and a major center of student life in Slovenia. With a thriving international student body, the amenities of a large city, and a low cost of living, the University of Ljubljana is the perfect match for students looking to go off the beaten path. A UNO professor has taught courses at the University of Ljubljana in recent years, in addition to student mobility in both directions. UNO sends and receives students from the University of Ljubljana through the MAUI-Utrecht Consortium, which was established in 1998 with UNO as a member institution.
Engagement Type: Community-Based Learning
Activity Type: Study Abroad
Start Semester: Fall
Total UNO Students: 4
Start Academic Year: 2016-17
UNO Student Hours: 0
End Semester:
Total K-12 Students: 0
End Academic Year: None
K-12 Student Hours: 0
Total Number of Other Participants: 0
Topics:

Description : The medieval canal city of Delft may be best known as the birthplace of painter Johannes Vermeer or for its iconic blue and white Dutch porcelain, but it is also a thriving modern city that supports a wide variety of residents, including many international students. The Netherlands is known for being friendly to English speakers, and it has some of the highest social equality in the world. It is centrally located within Western Europe and is well-connected for students who want to travel elsewhere with ease. Students of all origins will feel welcome in this multicultural country. Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is an excellent choice for STEM students to study in English, with our partnership based in the Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science department and the Technology, Policy, and Management department. TU Delft is in the top 100 for both the QS and THE world university rankings.
Engagement Type: Community-Based Learning
Activity Type: Study Abroad
Start Semester: Fall
Total UNO Students: 0
Start Academic Year: 2016-17
UNO Student Hours: 0
End Semester:
Total K-12 Students: 0
End Academic Year: None
K-12 Student Hours: 0
Total Number of Other Participants: 0
Topics:

Description : The city of Brno has over one thousand years of history and is located in the southeastern part of the Czech Republic. It is a University city with over 90,000 students in attendance during the academic year. Local culture is a passion of the residents of Brno and much time and money is spent every year on cultural activities, including Moravian folklore, which is of special importance. The Czech Republic (or Czechia as it is now called) is located within central Europe and is aptly placed for travel through the continent. Masaryk University offers a large choice of courses in English as well as Czech language courses. UNO sends and receives students from Masaryk University through the MAUI-Utrecht Consortium, which was established in 1998 with UNO as a member institution.
Engagement Type: Community-Based Learning
Activity Type: Study Abroad
Start Semester: Fall
Total UNO Students: 0
Start Academic Year: 2016-17
UNO Student Hours: 0
End Semester:
Total K-12 Students: 0
End Academic Year: None
K-12 Student Hours: 0
Total Number of Other Participants: 0
Topics:

Description : Called the “Capital of Delight,” Graz features a variety of events and culinary highlights to the benefit of its large student population. It is considered one of the best preserved cities in Europe, with a cultural heritage of Slovene and German. It is located in the south of Austria, not far from Slovenia, and hiking and skiing opportunities abound for the outdoor enthusiast in this lush region. University of Nebraska at Omaha students have the opportunity to spend their semester alongside other international and Austrian students at the University of Graz. UNO sends and receives students from the University of Graz through the MAUI-Utrecht Consortium, which was established in 1998 with UNO as a member institution.
Engagement Type: Community-Based Learning
Activity Type: Study Abroad
Start Semester: Fall
Total UNO Students: 0
Start Academic Year: 2016-17
UNO Student Hours: 0
End Semester:
Total K-12 Students: 0
End Academic Year: None
K-12 Student Hours: 0
Total Number of Other Participants: 0
Topics:

Description : Leipzig is the largest city in Saxony and a student hot spot, which manages to successfully mix modern and historical. It has been a European cultural center for hundreds of years and continues to be one today. Leipzig University is one of the oldest universities in Germany and offers a large range of academic subjects, including German language courses and a selection of courses in English, particularly at the postgraduate level. UNO sends and receives students from the University of Leipzig through the MAUI-Utrecht Consortium, which was established in 1998 with UNO as a member institution.
Engagement Type: Community-Based Learning
Activity Type: Study Abroad
Start Semester: Fall
Total UNO Students: 63
Start Academic Year: 2016-17
UNO Student Hours: 0
End Semester:
Total K-12 Students: 0
End Academic Year: None
K-12 Student Hours: 0
Total Number of Other Participants: 0
Topics:

Description : Shizuoka is Omaha’s oldest sister city, and the two have a longstanding relationship of cultural exchange. Shizuoka is in the center of Japan, surrounded by a variety of natural landscapes, and offers the ideal setting for culture and language immersion. Public transportation in Japan is among the best in the world, and the country is safe, clean, and welcoming. Shizuoka University is UNO's longest running bilateral exchange partner, with over 4 decades of friendship. The exchange at Shizuoka University is available for a full year and is ideal for students who have completed at least one year of Japanese, preferably two years by the time of departure. UNO students are expected to use Japanese for the duration of their stay. In addition to decades of year-long student exchange, UNO and Shizuoka University have offered one another special summer tours to send and receive students for shorter periods of immersion.
Engagement Type: Community-Based Learning
Activity Type: Study Abroad
Start Semester: Fall
Total UNO Students: 0
Start Academic Year: 2016-17
UNO Student Hours: 0
End Semester:
Total K-12 Students: 0
End Academic Year: None
K-12 Student Hours: 0
Total Number of Other Participants: 0
Topics:

Description : Antwerp is Belgium’s second largest city, and has a lively modern cultural and social scene set against the backdrop of its medieval architecture and cobbled streets. Live music, art museums, expansive parks, and well-connected public transportation serve the city's nearly 45,000 students. Antwerp is the largest city in the Flanders region of Belgium, a Dutch-speaking region in the northern part of Belgium. English options are widely available at the University of Antwerp, though in some disciplines are limited to graduate courses. Language courses are also available and all exchange students receive a Dutch ‘survival’ course - the official language of Flanders. UNO sends and receives students from the University of Antwerp through the MAUI-Utrecht Consortium, which was established in 1998 with UNO as a member institution.
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