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College sports executive and University of New Orleans alumna Kiki Baker Barnes will serve as the principal speaker at the University’s spring 2024 commencement ceremony.

_{April 9, 2024}

College Sports Executive Kiki Baker Barnes To Serve as Spring 2024 Commencement Speaker

College sports executive and University of New Orleans alumna Kiki Baker Barnes is the principal speaker at the University’s spring 2024 commencement ceremony....Read More

The University of New Orleans and Bernhard announced the completion of a state-of-the-art solar array on the University’s campus Wednesday, March 27, which will offset UNO’s annual electric consumption.

_{March 27, 2024}

University of New Orleans Partners With Bernhard to Launch Innovative Solar Array Installation

The University of New Orleans and Bernhard announced the completion of a state-of-the-art solar array on the University’s campus on Wednesday, March 27, which...Read More

University of New Orleans engineering students race the TriplePs (Positive Privateer Pirogue) in Bayou St. John during the Gulf Coast American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Student Symposium hosted by UNO on March 7-9.

_{March 13, 2024}

UNO Hosts 400 For 2024 ASCE Gulf Coast Student Symposium

University of New Orleans engineering students race the TriplePs (Positive Privateer Pirogue) in Bayou St. John during the Gulf Coast American Society of Civil...Read More

University of New Orleans engineering students layer a concrete mixture on the canoe they will race as part of the engineering competitions to be held at UNO during the American Society of Civil Engineers Gulf Coast Student Symposium.

_{February 28, 2024}

UNO Will Host 2024 ASCE Gulf Coast Student Symposium March 7-9

University of New Orleans engineering students layer a concrete mixture on the canoe they will race as part of the engineering competitions to be held at UNO...Read More

The University of New Orleans College of Business Administration has been named in honor of Henry Bernstein. The University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors approved the change on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024.

_{February 22, 2024}

College of Business Administration Named in Honor of Benefactor and Former Adjunct Professor Henry Bernstein

The University of New Orleans College of Business Administration has been named in honor of Henry Bernstein. The University of Louisiana System Board of...Read More

Ellen Lee, who earned a bachelor’s and an MBA from the University of New Orleans, has established a scholarship to help returning students complete their degree.

_{January 3, 2024}

Alumna Ellen Lee Establishes New Opportunity Scholarship At UNO

Ellen Lee, who earned a bachelor’s and an MBA from the University of New Orleans, has established a scholarship to help returning students complete their...Read More

The newly renovated lounge in the Engineering Building at UNO offers students a comfortable study place.

_{December 12, 2023}

Engineering Study Lounge Renovated with $120K Gift

The newly renovated lounge in the Engineering Building at UNO offers students a comfortable study place. The study lounge in the Engineering Building at the...Read More

Many University of New Orleans alumni are among those featured in the New Orleans 500, Biz New Orleans’ list of ‘influential, involved and inspiring business leaders.

_{November 16, 2023}

Seventy UNO Alumni Selected for List of New Orleans Business Influencers

Many University of New Orleans alumni are among those featured in the New Orleans 500, Biz New Orleans’ list of ‘influential, involved and inspiring business...Read More

Rebekah Lewis, who earned a degree in anthropology, is the behavior director at Chimp Haven, the world’s largest chimpanzee sanctuary in Keithville, Louisiana.

_{November 13, 2023}

Alumna Rebekah Lewis Is Behavior Director At The World’s Largest Chimpanzee Sanctuary

Rebekah Lewis, who earned a degree in anthropology, is the behavior director at Chimp Haven, the world’s largest chimpanzee sanctuary in Keithville, Louisiana....Read More

UNO alumna Sabrina Farmer (left) stands with President Kathy Johnson and Ricky Burke, president of the UNO Alumni Association, at the Distinguished Alumni Gala held Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023 at the National WWII Museum.

_{November 10, 2023}

‘Don’t Underestimate How Far You Can Go, as a UNO Graduate,” Distinguished Alumna Sabrina Farmer Tells Gala Audience

UNO alumna Sabrina Farmer (left) stands with President Kathy Johnson and Ricky Burke, president of the UNO Alumni Association, at the Distinguished Alumni...Read More

The Lakefront Arena, a world-class destination for live entertainment that brings in millions of patrons, celebrates 40 years.

_{November 1, 2023}

Lakefront Arena Celebrates 40th Anniversary November 1

The Lakefront Arena, a world-class destination for live entertainment, celebrates 40 years on Nov.1. Today, the UNO Lakefront Arena, which was designed by...Read More

Bailey Bullock, who is pursuing a master’s degree in transportation at UNO, will be recognized by the U.S. Department of Transportation during a ceremony in January.

_{October 31, 2023}

UNO Graduate Student Bailey Bullock Named Outstanding Transportation Center Student of the Year

Bailey Bullock, who is pursuing a master’s degree in transportation at UNO, will be recognized by the U.S. Department of Transportation during a ceremony in...Read More

The Silver & Blue magazine offers alumni, students and friends of the University of New Orleans an exciting snapshot of the institution and its impactful work on campus and beyond.

_{October 26, 2023}

Rocket Man Lionel Dutreix Graces the Cover of the Fall 2023 Issue of Silver & Blue

The Silver & Blue magazine offers alumni, students and friends of the University of New Orleans an exciting snapshot of the institution and its impactful work...Read More

The University of New Orleans is celebrating homecoming week, Nov. 6-11, with a slate of activities.

_{October 24, 2023}

Ahoy, Privateers! It’s Almost Homecoming Week

The University of New Orleans is celebrating homecoming week, Nov. 6-11, with a slate of activities. In a tradition that celebrates school pride, the...Read More

Novelist Maurice Carlos Ruffin earned two degrees from the University of New Orleans.

_{October 19, 2023}

Novelist Maurice Carlos Ruffin To Serve as Fall 2023 Commencement Speaker

Acclaimed novelist Maurice Carlos Ruffin earned two degrees from the University of New Orleans. Acclaimed novelist and University of New Orleans alumnus...Read More

DeShawn Jones, Kennedy St. Charles and Tracy West are UNO graduates who have been selected as LCMC Health Minority Administrative Fellows.

_{October 12, 2023}

Inaugural Class of LCMC Health Minority Administrative Fellows Features Three UNO Graduates

DeShawn Jones, Kennedy St. Charles and Tracy West are UNO graduates who have been selected as LCMC Health Minority Administrative Fellows. Three of the four...Read More

The University of New Orleans is a national leader in delivering strong economic mobility outcomes for its students.

_{October 2, 2023}

The University of New Orleans Ranks Among National Leaders in Economic Mobility

The University of New Orleans is a national leader in delivering strong economic mobility outcomes for its students. The University of New Orleans ranks among...Read More

A grant from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation will help build a mentoring network for first-generation College of Sciences students interested in pursuing careers in healthcare at the University of New Orleans.

_{September 26, 2023}

$240K Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation Grant Will Fund University of New Orleans Program for Future Healthcare Professionals

A grant from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation will help build a mentoring network for first-generation College of Sciences students...Read More

Leah Myers, who earned an MFA in creative writing from UNO, has published her first book “Thinning Blood.”

_{July 31, 2023}

Alumni Spotlight: Author Leah Myers: ‘In my heart, I’m a storyteller’

Leah Myers, who earned an MFA in creative writing from UNO, has published her first book “Thinning Blood.” Author Leah Myers, who earned an MFA in creative...Read More

The Longo Group’s president, Ted Longo, presents a donation to Pamela Kennett-Hensel, dean of UNO’s College of Business Administration. They are pictured with Tracy Clanton (far left) and Eric Balukonis, major gifts officer with University Advancement.

_{July 27, 2023}

The Longo Group Donates $20K To UNO’s College of Business Administration

The Longo Group’s president, Ted Longo, presents a donation to Pamela Kennett-Hensel, dean of UNO’s College of Business Administration. They are pictured with...Read More