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Uno Website Registrar Transfer Credit Policies And Procedures, Uno Office Of The University Registrar

Student Learning

The University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) accepts transfer credits from other post-secondary institutions. See the policies and procedures below to make sure your credits will transfer.

Uno Website Registrar Retroactive Credit, Uno Office Of The University Registrar

Student Learning

Students may be eligible to apply for Retraoctive Credit in English, Spanish, and French based on test scores in:

• English Placement / Proficiency Exam (EPPE)
• Advanced Placement
• Spanish and French Placement Exams

Successful completion of a specific upper level University of Nebraska Omaha course is also required. Credit is granted through the specific department:

• Department of English Retroactive Credit Information
• Department of Foreign languages Retroactive Credit Information

Please contact the specific deportment for more information

Uno Website Registrar Military Credit, Uno Office Of The University Registrar

Student Learning

Submit official transcripts to the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) to have military credit considered for evaluation:

• Army, Coast Guard, Navy and Marine service members, reservists, guard and veterans con request the Joint Services Transcript
• Air Force Active Duty, Guard and Reservists or retired or separated Air Force Members may request transcripts from the Community College of the Air Force.

Military Credit will be evaluated by your advisor in your individual college upon admission.

Uno Website Registrar International Baccalaureate Program (Ib), Uno Office Of The University Registrar

Student Learning

The International Baccalaureate (IB) program is a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum leading to exams for students aged between sixteen and nineteen. Students who participate in this program enroll in specially designed courses through their high school and take international exams in May.

Uno Website Registrar College Level Examination Program (Clep), Uno Office Of The University Registrar

Student Learning

The University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) grants college credit for specific CLEP Exams with an acceptable score.

Uno Website Registrar Advanced Placement Credit, Uno Office Of The University Registrar

Student Learning

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) participates in the Advanced Placement (AP) program of the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB). A maximum of 32 hours of credit may apply toward graduation. Advanced Placement credit is based on criterion examination(s) administered by CEEB.

Uno Website-Gened Committee-English And Writing, Uno General Education Assessment Committee

Student Learning

The work of the university is to construct and share knowledge. Because this work is done largely by means of the written word, it is important for students to gain control over written language Proficiency in reading, research, and written expression is essential for professional success and effective citizenship.

Fundamental academic skills, consisting of English & Writing, Public Speaking and Mathematics coursework, comprise 15 hours of your general education requirements. Students must complete nine credit hours of English & Writing coursework.

The nine credit hours include English 1150 and English 1160 (students may test out of one or both courses), …

Uno Website-Gened Committee-Mathematics, Uno General Education Assessment Committee

Student Learning

Algebra is a foundational branch of mathematics that involves operations and relations, and which emphasizes the process of formulating, solving, interpreting, and applying equations of many different types to solve many different real-world problems, using systems of abstract symbols. It is a branch of mathematics with significant applications across a wide variety of disciplines.

Fundamental academic skills, consisting of Mathematics, English & Writing, and Public Speaking coursework, comprise 15 hours of the general education requirements. Students must complete three credit hours of Mathematics coursework.

Uno Website-Gened Committee-Global Diversity, Uno General Education Assessment Committee

Student Learning

Courses in this category focus on significant cultural, economic, geographical, historical, political, and/ or sociological aspects of one or more countries or (indigenous) notions, and may include a comparative analysis to the United States.

Diversity requirements, consisting of Global Diversity and U.S. Diversity coursework. comprise six hours of the general education curriculum. Students must complete three credit hours of coursework in Global Diversity, and three credit hours of coursework in US Diversity to fulfill their diversity requirements.

Uno Website-Gened Committee-Humanities And Fine Arts, Uno General Education Assessment Committee

Student Learning

The Humanities & Fine Arts courses seek to help students understand, analyze, and explore the human condition. Studying Humanities & Fine Arts contributes to personal growth and well-being, as well as to living in, and contributing to various communities.

To fulfill their distribution requirements, students must complete nine credit hours of coursework representing at least two disciplines in this category. In addition, students must complete nine credit hours of coursework in Social Sciences, and seven credit hours in Natural & Physical Sciences towards their distribution requirements. Distribution requirements comprise 25 hours of the general education curriculum.

Uno Website-Gened Committee-Natural And Physical Sciences, Uno General Education Assessment Committee

Student Learning

Understanding the nature of scientific inquiry and the operation of the natural, physical, and technological world is essential for making personal and public policy decisions.

To fulfill their distribution requirements, students must complete seven credit hours of coursework, representing at least two disciplines in this category, with at least one laboratory course. In addition, students must complete nine credit hours of coursework in Social Sciences, and nine credit hours in Humanities & Fine Arts towards their distribution requirements. Distribution requirements comprise 25 hours of the general education curriculum.

Uno Website-Gened Committee-Social Sciences, Uno General Education Assessment Committee

Student Learning

Courses in this category will allow students to gain on understanding of the complex dynamics that make up the world, and in particularly the challenges, problems, and factors that lead to social stability and change. This understanding is essential for contributing to, and living in, a contemporary society.

To fulfill the distribution requirements, students must complete nine credit hours of coursework representing at least two disciplines in this category. In addition, students must complete nine credit hours of coursework in Humanities & Fine Arts, and seven credit hours in Natural & Physical Sciences towards their distribution requirements. Distribution requirements comprise …

Uno Website-Gened Committee-Us Diversity, Uno General Education Assessment Committee

Student Learning

Courses in this category focus on significant cultural, economic, historical, political, and or sociological aspects of one or more underrepresented groups in the United States.

Diversity requirements, consisting of U.S. Diversity and Global Diversity coursework, comprise six hours of the general education curriculum. Students must complete three credit hours of coursework in U.S. Diversity, and three credit hours of coursework in Global Diversity to fulfill their diversity requirements.

Uno Academic Program Review - A Guide To The Review Process, University Of Nebraska At Omaha

Student Learning

Internal program reviews are conducted by the Academic Planning Council (APC) and are an integral part of UNO’s assessment and planning processes for the unit, college, and University. The review process is designed to monitor the quality and assist in the ongoing development of UNO’s academic programs and units.

Every academic program offered at UNO will be reviewed at least once within a seven-year cycle. The reviews are conducted routinely and are coordinated with the review reports prepared for the Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education (CCPE).

For programs with external accreditation the UNO review process may be coordinated to minimize …

General Education Committee, Uno General Education Assessment Committee

Student Learning

In Spring 2010, the faculty created a University General Education Committee consisting of one representative from each college. The representative is determined by the college. The committee was created to ensure UNO's general education program is student-centered, aligned with specific Student learning Outcomes, and assessable.

The University General Education Committee is responsible for (1) establishing the definition, criteria, and learning outcomes for each university general education area; (2) reviewing syllabi and approving courses used to satisfy university general education requirements; and (3) facilitating on-going review, assessment, and modification of the university general education curriculum.

Deborah Smith-Howell, Associate Vice Chancellor for …

Uno Website: Uno Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, University Of Nebraska At Omaha

Community Engagement

UNO Website: UNO Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, "On January 7, 201 5 the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching announced the 240 U.S. colleges and universities receiving its 2015 Community Engagement Classification. The University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO), original ly classified in 2006 as one of the original 74 colleges and universities to receive the Community Engagement Classification, received continuing classification as a Community Engaged institution."

Uno Website: Oasa Aqip Steering Committee, Uno Office Of Academic And Student Affairs University Of Nebraska At Omaha

Decision Support/CQI

UNO Office of Academic and Student Affairs - Steering Committee, "The University of Nebraska Omaha is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)."

Uno Website: Oie Homepage, Uno Office Of Institutional Effectiveness

Decision Support/CQI

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Uno Website-Criss Library- Digital Commons Homepage, Uno Criss Library

Decision Support/CQI

DigitalCommons@UNO institutional repository home page.

DigitalCommons@UNO is a digital showcase of the research and scholarly output of the members of the University of Nebraska at Omaha community. The DigitalCommons@UNO repository is administered by the Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library and serves as a permanent digital archive for these materials. Members of UNO"s academic community are invited to contribute their scholarship to DigitalCommons@UNO. See our About page for more information.

Uno Digital Commons-Oie-Dc Collections, Uno Office Of Institutional Effectiveness

Decision Support/CQI

Office of Institutional Effectiveness web pages in the DigitalCommons@UNO institutional repository.

Instructional Coaching Implementation: Considerations For K-12 Administrators, Kelly Gomez Johnson

Teacher Education Faculty Publications

As school leaders, 21st century school administrators are in the spotlight for their role in promoting an environment of academic achievement. Along with organizing and planning for the fundamental workings of their staff, students, activities, and building, administrators are expected to encompass numerous roles. In fact, two primary, yet conflicting activities expected from school administrators are leading and managing (Hall & Simeral, 2008). At the intersection of these primary activities is the evaluation and development of teachers as a means to improve student learning. While the management of formal teacher evaluations and observations is important for ensuring teacher accountability and …

Uno Website Nsfp 2016 Orientation Guide, Uno New Student & Family Programs

Student Support

An illustrated overview of the resources offered by UNO to students in the academic year 2016-2017. UNO has cracked the code to being successful in college, and with so many caring and supportive faculty, staff, and other students committed to your success, there are only three simple things you need to do: Connect. Take Care. Get Help.

Uno Website Nsfp Orientation, Uno New Student & Family Programs

Student Support

The orientation webpage for new UNO students.

Uno Website Nsfp Uno Success Academy, Uno New Student & Family Programs

Student Support

A webpage of UNO's Success Academy for students, including information about signing up for the program.

The UNO Success Academy serves as an entry point for a select group of first year students at UNO. During this program, students will set a foundation for future success through a wide-range of meaningful activities. By the end of the program, students will have developed foundational college-level skills while making connections with faculty, staff, other students, and our campus as a whole.

Uno Website Enrollment Management Placement Exams Information, Uno Enrollment Management

Student Support

Frequently asked questions webpage for UNO students seeking information about placement exams.

At UNO, placement exams may need to be taken prior to registering for an English, Math, or Foreign Language course. Placement exams are designed to help ensure that you are in the correct courses based on your academic skill level. Use the Quick Links to find out more.

Uno Website Academic Advising Center Pre-Health Information, Uno Academic Advising Center

Student Support

When you hear the term "pre-health," you may think about physicians or nurses, but there are many other occupations in health care to consider. These resources can help you explore your options.

Uno Website Cfam Speech Center Homepage, Uno Speech Center

Student Support

The UNO Speech Center assists all UNO students, faculty and staff in preparing oral presentations and/or incorporating them into their courses. The center is part of the College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media's School of Communication.

Uno Website Acdc Academic And Career Development Center, Uno Academic And Career Development Center

Student Support

We facilitate academic and career success and career development with resources and services for academic and career exploration.

Uno Website Cis&T Computer Science Learning Center Homepage, Uno Computer Science Learning Cemter

Student Support

The Computer Science Learning Center (CSLC) offers peer-based assistance to several other CS core courses through peer tutoring and review sessions. The CSLC serves all UNO students taking these courses free of charge. Students seeking to work with a tutor only need to come to the center; no appointment is necessary for most of these core courses.

Uno Website Dept. Of Mathematics Math Lab, Uno Department Of Mathematics

Student Support

The UNO Math Lab at the University of Nebraska Omaha combines state of the art technology with traditional lectures and one-on-one tutoring to give our students a learning experience that meets their individual needs.