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University of Nebraska at Omaha

 Organization

Dates

  • Usage: 1968 - present
  • Usage: 1931 - 1968
  • Usage: 1908 - 1931
  • Usage: 1968 - present
  • Usage: 1908 - 1968

Biography

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is a four-year state university in Omaha, Nebraska. It was founded as a private, coeducational college named the University of Omaha in 1908 by the Presbyterian Theological Seminary at Omaha. In 1930, with voter approval, the City of Omaha took control of the university, renaming it to the Municipal University of Omaha in 1931. In 1968, the university merged into the University of Nebraska system, becoming the University of Nebraska at Omaha. The University of Nebraska at Omaha was an urban commuter campus until 1999, when the first student housing was opened.

Name history summary:

1968-present -- University of Nebraska at Omaha

1931-1968 -- Municipal University of Omaha

1908-1931 -- University of Omaha

Found in 166 Collections and/or Records:

1941 Tomahawk Yearbook Collection

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: UNO-0195
Scope and Contents

Correspondence, class lists, photographs, slides, the original silk screens, and other material related to the 1941 Univeristy of Omaha Tomahawk student yearbook collected by editor June Anderson Soderlund.

Dates: 1940-1941
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / 1941 Tomahawk Yearbook Collection

1953 OU proposed library, 1953

 Item — Item 2021-026.1
Scope and Contents

1953 drawing of the proposed university library.

Dates: 1953
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / UNO-0049, UNO Physical Plant Records

1954 OU campus plan, 1954

 Item — Item 2021-026.2
Scope and Contents

1954 drawing of proposed campus plan featuring separate buildings for liberal arts (present-day Arts and Sciences Hall), social sciences, (present-day Milo Bail Student Center), student activities (present-day library or Weber) and other potential future campus buildings.

Dates: 1954
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / UNO-0049, UNO Physical Plant Records

A History of the University of Nebraska at Omaha, 1908-1983, by Tommy R. Thompson Papers

 Collection
Identifier: UNO-0039
Scope and Contents The book A History of the University of Nebraska at Omaha, 1908-1983 was written by University of Nebraska at Omaha history professor Tommy R. Thompson in conjunction with UNO's Diamond Jubilee (75th Anniversary) Celebration in 1983. This work was the first published history of the University of Nebraska at Omaha. In addition to copies of the book, the collection includes four boxes of Thompson's research notes on file cards with tabbed index guides, broken down by chapter and topic, and...
Dates: 1982-1983
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / A History of the University of Nebraska at Omaha, 1908-1983, by Tommy R. Thompson Papers

ABC Breakfast Lecture Series Collection

 Collection
Identifier: UNO-0102
Scope and Contents The ABC Breakfast Series comprises the print, audio, and video records of a lecture series organized by the University of Nebraska at Omaha, which ran from 1975 until 2006. At 31 seasons, it was among the longest-running speaker series in the United States. The ABC (Academy, Business, and Community) Breakfast Series brought in national-caliber speakers representing a variety of professional fields to Omaha for ticketed events held at hotels and convention centers. The number of speakers...
Dates: 1975-2006
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / ABC Breakfast Lecture Series Collection

Annetta Nourse University of Omaha Scrapbook

 Collection — Volume 1
Identifier: UNO-0165
Scope and Contents

Scrapbook documenting University of Omaha student life includes postcards from the region, holiday cards (Thanksgiving, New Year, Christmas), cards, invitations, programs, tickets, and other ephemera and similar. The scrapbook was printed with the university's name and seal.

Dates: 1912-1916
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Annetta Nourse University of Omaha Scrapbook

Annex 40 Historic American Buildings Survey

 Collection — Box MISC-16
Identifier: UNO-0208
Scope and Contents The collection is material assembled and created by Alley-Poyner Macchietto Architecture for the Historic American Buildings Survey for the University of Nebraska at Omaha's Annex 40, which was also known as the Kimball House and the William F. Baxter Residence. The folder includes a report, drawings, photos, and related information. The School of Social Work was housed in the building until 2007, when Annexes 40, 44, and 45 were razed to make room for student housing and a parking garage on...
Dates: 2007
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Annex 40 Historic American Buildings Survey

Annual Fund Playing Cards, 2006

 Item — Object 2020-008
Identifier: 2020-008
Scope and Contents

A deck of playing cards from the UNO Alumni Association in honor of the 2006 Annual Fund. Includes the box and complete set of cards in order. Each card includes a factoid about the university on the suit side. The box and cards include "UNO Alumni Association Est. 1913" and an image of Durango. The two jokers are a photo of a Durango figurine.

Dates: 2006
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / UNO-0132, UNO Artifact Collection / Organizations / OU/UNO Alumni Association

Bertie Hoag University of Omaha Scrapbook

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: UNO-0168
Scope and Contents

Black scrapbook documenting University of Omaha activities includes photographs, news clippings, and ephemera.

Dates: 1913-1915
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Bertie Hoag University of Omaha Scrapbook

Betti Coleman Sage Papers

 Collection — Box MISC-15
Identifier: UNO-0171
Scope and Contents

The papers of Betti Coleman Sage include programs, invitations, photographs, news clippings, and other ephemera from her years as a OU student (1955-1957) as well as some material from the University of Nebraska at Omaha Alumni Association in the 1970s.

Dates: 1955-1974
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Betti Coleman Sage Papers

Bond Issue Statements

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: UNO-0210
Scope and Contents

Bond issue statements preceding the 1930 election prepared for OU Regent Paul L. Martin and OU President W. E. Sealock at their request in 1935. Correspondence and related news clippings are also in the collection.

Dates: 1930-1935
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Bond Issue Statements

Celebrate UNO Records

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: UNO-0022
Scope and Contents The Celebrate UNO Records comprise paper files and reports related to the planning of Celebrate UNO, originally conceived as the concluding event of the University of Nebraska at Omaha's Diamond Jubilee Celebration. The planning committee was formed in 1986 and hired consulting firm Vic Gutman & Associates. Celebrate UNO began on September 1, 1987, and lasted for one year. Thereafter, Celebrate UNO open houses were held annually through 1991. The records in this collection include...
Dates: 1986-1991
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Celebrate UNO Records

Ceremonial Shovel, 1988

 Item — Object 2021-027
Identifier: 2021-027
Scope and Contents A ceremonial shovel from the ground breaking of UNO's first residence halls on September 30, 1998. The shovel handle is wood with a goldplated, round blade. Attached to the wooden handle is a commemorative identifying label attached with foam mounting tape. The plate was beginning to separate from the tape at the time of its arrival in the Archives. The shovel is approximately 36 inches in length. The shovel is less than full-size and was not used to actually move any dirt during the...
Dates: 1988
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / UNO-0132, UNO Artifact Collection / Ceremonial Objects

Chancellor Jeffrey Gold UNO-UNMC Lapel Pins, 2017

 File — Box 2018-013
Scope and Contents

Three UNO-UNMC lapel pins with magnetic fasteners. The design features the UNO and UNMC logos side by side, connected with a black bar. Chancellor Gold designed this lapel pin when he became Interim Chancellor of UNO while simultaneously remaining Chancellor of UNMC.

Dates: 2017
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / UNO-0132, UNO Artifact Collection / Apparel / Jewelry

Cheerful--Courageous--Confident: The Gift of an Idea to the University of Omaha Class of 1947, by Rowland Haynes, President

 Collection — Folder 1
Identifier: UNO-0087
Scope and Contents

Cheerful--Courageous-- Confident: The Gift of an Idea to the University of Omaha Class of 1947, by Rowland Haynes, President is a printed commemorative copy of Rowland Haynes commencement speech to the 1947 OU graduating class, signed with a greeting by Rowland Haynes. The theme is cheerful courage through faith in God.

Dates: 1947
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Cheerful--Courageous--Confident: The Gift of an Idea to the University of Omaha Class of 1947, by Rowland Haynes, President

Cheerleader's Hat, 1915

 Item — Box Apparel [28]
Scope and Contents

A red and black hat worn by University of Omaha cheerleaders in 1915.

Dates: 1915
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / UNO-0132, UNO Artifact Collection / Apparel / Hats and Headwear

Clarence (Gene) Sage Collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UNO-0173
Scope and Contents The Clarence (Gene) Sage Collection includes photographs, news clippings, souvenir programs, books, ephemera, and artifacts, such as textiles and a bank in the shape of a football player, related to football at the University of Omaha, circa 1952-1956. Much of the material relates to the Tangerine Bowl victory on January 1, 1955, including a scrapbook featuring the game on the cover and a commemorative wristwatch and belt buckle presented to OU football players following the victorious...
Dates: 1952-1956
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Clarence (Gene) Sage Collection

Daniel E. Jenkins Papers

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: UNO-0090
Scope and Contents The Daniel E. Jenkins Papers contains documents and photographs related to the life and career of Daniel Jenkins, University of Omaha founder and first president (1908-1926), and members of his family. The collection includes magazine articles and newspaper clippings (both contemporary and later, up to 2004); a copy of his inaugural address from Parsons College in Fairfield, Iowa (1896); genealogy and Jenkins family history; memorial service bulletins and articles (1927); correspondence...
Dates: 1850 - 2004
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Daniel E. Jenkins Papers

Del Weber Awards and Honors Collection

 Collection
Identifier: UNO-0084
Scope and Contents The Del Weber Awards and Honors Collection contains various awards and honors bestowed upon Delbert D. Weber during his time as Chancellor of the University of Nebraska at Omaha, 1977-1997. The collection includes framed awards, certificates, photographs, artwork, and political cartoons; certificates in padded folders; wall plaques; desk plaques; medals and medallions; t-shirts, ball cap, Japanese cloth, Japanese paddles, and other artifacts; and an audio cassette recording of Del Weber's...
Dates: 1977-1997
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Del Weber Awards and Honors Collection

Del Weber Papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UNO-0094
Scope and Contents The Del Weber Papers comprise the files accumulated by Delbert Weber during his term as chancellor of the University of Nebraska at Omaha (1977-1997). The files include correspondence, reports, memos, meeting minutes, forms, and other print records of the operations of the University of Nebraska at Omaha as well as his service on community boards and community and a small amount of family material including audiovisual material. The paper files include material organized and described in...
Dates: 1977-2016
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Del Weber Papers

Del Weber Speeches

 Collection
Identifier: UNO-0019
Scope and Contents

The Del Weber Speeches cover the period from 1977 until 1998, when Delbert D. Weber was Chancellor of the University of Nebraska at Omaha. The speeches consist of handwritten and typed notes and scripts. An unformatted list of speeches in the staff view includes speech title, organization or location, and title.

Dates: 1977 - 1998
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Del Weber Speeches

Diamond Jubilee : The Future, 1983, 5/26/2015

 Item
Scope and Contents

Guy Mockelman, a student regent, and Teresa Wernsman, freshman student senator, discuss their reasons for coming to UNO. Number 12 in the University of Nebraska at Omaha's Diamond Jubilee series. Sponsored by UNO's College of Continuing Studies in cooperation with television station KMTV. From the series TV Classroom.


Runtime: 28:40:00


Original format: VHS.

Dates: 1983; Digitized: 5/26/2015
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / UNO-0021, UNO Media Collection / UNO Orientation and Promotional Films / Diamond Jubilee (TV Series)

Doris Lausen Ratekin Papers

 Collection — Box MISC-16
Identifier: UNO-0221
Scope and Contents

The papers of Doris Lausen Ratekin document her activities as a student at the University of Omaha including her participation in Honors Convocations, sorority life, concerts, as well as academics. The collection also includes a Corinthian Society pin, her class schedules, a red ribbon reading "Kiss me, I like it," an invitation to a hazing or initiation event, and other student material.

Dates: 1943-1948
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Doris Lausen Ratekin Papers

Durango Mascot Costume, circa 2012

 Item — Object 2022-022
Identifier: 2022-022
Scope and Contents

A Durango mascot costume typically worn by a UNO student at campus events. The costume includes the head, two feet, pants, and a tunic top. The is approximately 10 x 18 x 40 inches in size. The pants and top are made of a mesh material that is worn away in multiple spots from use. The interior of the head includes a bicycle-like helmet and styrofoam padding.

Dates: circa 2012
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / UNO-0132, UNO Artifact Collection / Apparel / Uniforms and Regalia

Durham Science Center Building Records

 Collection
Identifier: UNO-0051
Scope and Contents The Durham Science Center Building Records cover the planning and construction of the Durham Science Center building on the University of Nebraska at Omaha Dodge Street campus. Construction began in 1985, and the building was open for classes in Fall, 1987. The building houses several departments, including Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and Geology/Geography. The records include bond purchasing agreements, construction information, budget information, committee information,...
Dates: 1980-1987
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Durham Science Center Building Records

Durham Science Center Cornerstone Time Capsule, 1987

 File — Box 4
Identifier: 2022-058
Scope and Contents

Contents of the Durham Science Center’s cornerstone time capsule laid at the time of the building’s construction in 1987. Closed until 2037. Photographs of the original time capsule container when it was removed from the Durham Science Center’s wall and later transferred to Archives and Special Collections were collected by archivists.

Dates: 1987
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / UNO-0051, Durham Science Center Building Records

Evelyn Kletke Papers

 Collection — Box MISC-05, Folder: UNO-0218
Identifier: UNO-0218
Scope and Contents

The papers of Evelyn Kletke include material about class reunions in the 1980s and early 1990s as well as a program from her time as a student in the mid-1940s.

Dates: 1944-1992
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Evelyn Kletke Papers

Fifty Years of Teaching History at the University of Omaha, 1908-1957

 Series — Box 1
Scope and Contents Oliver Pollak's research notes for the article "Fifty Years of Teaching History at the University of Omaha, 1908-1957," published in Journal of the West, volume 42, issue 3, Summer 2003. This series includes handwritten notes, photocopied articles with handwritten annotations, correspondence, OU faculty records, and a copy of the journal issue with the finished article. Research materials are arranged alphabetically by name of the faculty member who taught...
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / UNO-0044, Oliver Pollak Papers

Fred Moyer Collection

 Collection — Box 1
Identifier: UNO-0176
Scope and Contents The Fred Moyer Collection includes game programs (1954-1957), tickets (Tangerine Bowl, 1969 season), photographs, news clippings, pages from a scrapbook, and other material documenting the football team at the University of Omaha predominantly from 1954 to 1957 including the undefeated 1954 team (1955 Tangerine Bowl champions). The collection also includes one photo of the OU baseball team from the 1957-1958 season when Moyer and other students joined the team after several students were...
Dates: 1954-1959
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / Fred Moyer Collection

Gateway: Special Issue: Merger Makes NU 20th Largest University, June 30-July 1, 2018

 Item — Folder UNO-0005-oversize-1
Scope and Contents Special issue of the Gateway student newspaper of the University of Nebraska at Omaha. On July 1, 1968, the Municipal University of Omaha merged with the University of Nebraska (then referring only to the Lincoln campus) to create the University of Nebraska multi-campus system. The issue is printed tete-beche with two front pages. One "page 1" is dated June 30, 1968, and identified as The University of Omaha Gateway, with the headline, "Typical Problems, Triumphs Mark OU History." The other...
Dates: June 30-July 1, 2018
Found in: University of Nebraska at Omaha Archives & Special Collections / UNO-0005, University Archives File Cabinet Collection (University of Nebraska at Omaha Records) / Oversize Items

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