University of Nebraska Omaha News

University of Nebraska at Omaha right fielder Ryan Keele is player of the year and newcomer of the year in the Summit League, and Mavericks coach Bob Herold is coach of the year.

A developer told the City of Ralston it is pulling its plans to build a Hampton Inn near the arena because it reached an agreement on another location, Ralston Mayor Don Groesser said.

The space is lush green, with newly planted trees and a Great Lawn that's illuminated at night by flashing, swirling lights.

For those working in a small library, particularly one that may have little technical support, a foundational knowledge of technology is crucial.

The work of philosopher Saul Kripke, who was born and raised in Omaha and who is professor emeritus at Prince ton University, will be the subject of a three-day conference beginning today at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

The new STEM lab at Marian High will have a strut system suspended from the ceiling to support various devices.

Stothert must work to assemble a Cabinet as her June 10 inauguration approaches.

Aleese Kindopp listens up during a spelling quiz administered by Shannon. One of the words: "because," which Shannon calls her "least favorite word." The longtime teacher said that kids often misuse it and the word is "just an excuse." Donna Shannon, who will turn 72 next week, helps fourth-grade student Savannah Pykiet at Elkhorn Hillrise ... (more)

Grace University , a 70-year-old Christian college in South Omaha, is adding more academic and sports programs in an effort to attract more students.

Mayor Jim Suttle, with City Planning Director Rick Cunningham, says he leaves behind two legacies from his term: fiscal stability from making tough - and unpopular - tax decisions, and protection from the flood of 2011.

Writing mentor Todd Robinson, center, meets with Dr. Amol Patil, left, a pulmonologist, and Andrew Jameton, an ethicist and philosopher, during one of their sessions in the Seven Doctors Project at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

On Tuesday, the first day of final exams, faculty and staff will bring their pets to campus for some informal pet therapy.

A few decades ago, Rebecca Barrientos-Patlan was a lot like school board member Sarah Brumfield is today: starting her family and seeking ways to get more involved in her community and her children's education.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha announced the addition of 10 men's soccer players for next season, including three from Nebraska.

Researchers recently tested e-cigarette aerosols and found traces of silver, iron, aluminum, tin, chromium and nickel, many of which can contribute to respiratory disease.

Taylor Korensky is shown in the IT Innovation lab at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

School officials announced the decision early Saturday, just hours before the event at Memorial Stadium was set to begin.

Investor Warren Buffett waves to the audience before an interview at University of Nebraska-Omaha's College of Business Administration.

The Omaha Jaycees and Village Pointe shopping center have announced the 2013 Ten Outstanding Young Omaha Teens.

Before the crowds pack into the Century Link Center Saturday, thousands hoping to glean a piece of financial knowledge will stop off at Borsheims.