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Theatre UNO presents William Shakespeare’s “Romeo & Juliet,” as the final show of the 2021-22 season. Graduate students Michael Civitano and Alexandria Miles take on the roles of Romeo and Juliet.

_{April 19, 2022}

Theatre UNO Presents “Romeo & Juliet”

Theatre UNO presents William Shakespeare’s “Romeo & Juliet,” as the final show of the 2021-22 season. Graduate students Michael Civitano and Alexandria Miles...Read More

Austin Schmidt is pursuing a doctoral degree in computer science at the University of New Orleans.

_{April 18, 2022}

Computer Science Doctoral Student Austin Schmidt Awarded SMART Scholarship

Austin Schmidt is pursuing a doctoral degree in computer science at the University of New Orleans. University of New Orleans doctoral computer science student...Read More

University of New Orleans alumnus and historian Brian Mitchell is the author of a new graphic biography about Oscar Dunn, the first Black lieutenant governor of Louisiana.

_{April 13, 2022}

Alumnus Brian Mitchell, Historical Scholar and Author Has A ‘Passion for the Past’

University of New Orleans alumnus and historian Brian Mitchell is the author of a new graphic biography about Oscar Dunn, the first Black lieutenant governor...Read More

University of New Orleans planning and urban studies professor Marla Nelson’s research was selected for the U.S. Treasury Department’s inaugural webinar series on RESTORE Act recipients.

_{April 11, 2022}

Planning and Urban Studies Professor Marla Nelson’s Research Featured In U.S. Treasury Webinar

University of New Orleans planning and urban studies professor Marla Nelson’s research was selected for the U.S. Treasury Department’s inaugural webinar series...Read More

Trécha Gay Jheneall’s “Not of Continent: Embroidered Map of the Caribbean” using aged cotton is part of an exhibit that opens Saturday, April 9, at UNO’s St. Claude Gallery.

_{April 8, 2022}

St. Claude Gallery Exhibits ‘Rituals of Belonging’ By UNO Student Trécha Gay Jheneall

Trécha Gay Jheneall’s “Not of Continent: Embroidered Map of the Caribbean” using aged cotton is part of an exhibit that opens Saturday, April 9, at UNO’s St....Read More

University of New Orleans alumna Michelle Miller will serve as the principal speaker at the University’s spring 2022 undergraduate commencement ceremony on May 21.

_{April 7, 2022}

Award-Winning Broadcast Journalist and UNO Alumna Michelle Miller to Serve as Spring 2022 Commencement Speaker

University of New Orleans alumna Michelle Miller will serve as the principal speaker at the University’s spring 2022 undergraduate commencement ceremony on May...Read More

University of New Orleans computer science student Jamal Seder.

_{April 5, 2022}

Computer Science Student Jamal Seder Awarded Foreign Affairs Fellowship

University of New Orleans computer science student Jamal Seder. University of New Orleans computer science student Jamal Seder has been awarded a 2022 Foreign...Read More

Jeffrey Schaffer, former director of the Kabacoff School of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Administration at UNO.

_{April 4, 2022}

In Memoriam: Jeffrey Schaffer, former HRT Director

Jeffrey Schaffer, former director of UNO's Kabacoff School of Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Administration. Jeffrey Schaffer, former director for the...Read More

The 31st annual Dr. Ivan Miestchovich Economic Outlook & Real Estate Forecast Seminar for New Orleans will be held April 7 at the University of New Orleans.

_{March 28, 2022}

Dr. Ivan Miestchovich Economic Outlook & Real Estate Forecast Seminar Returns

The 31st annual Dr. Ivan Miestchovich Economic Outlook & Real Estate Forecast Seminar for New Orleans will be held April 7 at the University of New Orleans....Read More

Manisha Panta, a doctoral computer science student, has been selected for a 12-week internship with Intuit, a global technology software company.

_{March 21, 2022}

Computer Science Student Manisha Panta Earns Data Scientist Internship with Intuit

Manisha Panta, a doctoral computer science student, has been selected for a 12-week internship with Intuit, a global technology software company. University of...Read More

Rasheed Azzam, an electrical engineering professor, was a member of UNO’s inaugural class of faculty members to be recognized with the Distinguished Professor title.

_{March 17, 2022}

In Memoriam: Electrical Engineering Professor Rasheed Azzam, One of UNO’s First Distinguished Professors

Rasheed Azzam, an electrical engineering professor, was a member of UNO’s inaugural class of faculty members to be recognized with the Distinguished Professor...Read More

Farah Billah’s “Mother Moth” oil on canvas portrait is part of an exhibit that opens Saturday, March 12, at UNO’s St. Claude Gallery.

_{March 9, 2022}

St. Claude Gallery Exhibits ‘Moth in a Disco Room’ By UNO Student Farah Billah

Farah Billah’s “Mother Moth” oil on canvas portrait is part of an exhibit that opens Saturday, March 12, at UNO’s St. Claude Gallery. The UNO St. Claude...Read More

The spring 2022 Jazz at the Sandbar concert series kicks off March 23 with singer Jazzmeia Horn.

_{March 8, 2022}

University of New Orleans Jazz at the Sandbar Returns March 23

The spring 2022 Jazz at the Sandbar concert series kicks off March 23 with singer Jazzmeia Horn. The spring 2022 Jazz at the Sandbar concert series kicks off...Read More

Theatre UNO presents two, one-act plays written by University of New Orleans Creative Writing Workshop professor Justin Maxwell.

_{March 2, 2022}

Theatre UNO Presents: A Night of One Acts

Theatre UNO presents two, one-act plays written by University of New Orleans Creative Writing Workshop professor Justin Maxwell. As part of its spring...Read More

University of New Orleans graduate student Jon Sheckler has received the 2021 American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers Foundation Louis Armstrong Scholarship.

_{February 25, 2022}

Drummer, Composer Jon Sheckler Receives ASCAP Foundation Louis Armstrong Jazz Award

University of New Orleans graduate student Jon Sheckler has received the 2021 American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers Foundation Louis Armstrong...Read More

Start Smart @ UNO provides mentoring, academic support and stipends to help high school students transition to college at the University of New Orleans.

_{February 24, 2022}

Donation Funds Student Success Program for New Orleans Public School Graduates Attending UNO

Start Smart @ UNO provides mentoring, academic support and stipends to help high school students transition to college at the University of New Orleans. A...Read More

The Krewe of UNO rolled through campus on Tuesday celebrating its 2022 theme, "Back to the Beach.”

_{February 23, 2022}

The Krewe of UNO Rolls Through Campus With Annual Mardi Gras Parade

The Krewe of UNO rolled through campus on Tuesday celebrating its 2022 theme, "Back to the Beach.” After a one-year coronavirus-induced break, the Krewe of UNO...Read More

Courtney Harris, a junior majoring in computer science, has been selected for a Microsoft summer internship.

_{February 21, 2022}

Computer Science Student Courtney Harris Earns Microsoft Summer Internship

Courtney Harris, a junior majoring in computer science, has been selected for a Microsoft summer internship. University of New Orleans computer science student...Read More

UNO President John Nicklow honors donors Frank and Paulette Stewart at a dedication ceremony in the Earl K. Long Library.

_{February 16, 2022}

Frank and Paulette Stewart Pledge $1 Million to the University of New Orleans

UNO President John Nicklow honors donors Frank and Paulette Stewart at a dedication ceremony in the Earl K. Long Library. Frank and Paulette Stewart have...Read More

Andrea Chen oversees Propeller, a New Orleans company centered on helping small startups and other nonprofits tackle social and environmental disparities.

_{February 15, 2022}

Alumna Andrea Chen is Founder and CEO of Propeller

Andrea Chen oversees Propeller, a New Orleans company centered on helping small startups and other nonprofits tackle social and environmental disparities....Read More