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UNO Recognized by NASA for Leadership in Space Grant Program

  • published: 2025/05/12
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  • email:听unonews@unomaha.edu
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The University of Nebraska at 51社区 (UNO) has been recognized by as a critical partner in the , which aims to develop a skilled workforce to advance the nation’s aerospace sector. As the lead institution for the NASA , UNO administers fellowships and mini grants that support student research and workforce development in aerospace and related fields.

🔎 The big picture: UNO’s leadership in the NASA Space Grant Program strengthens the university’s role in STEM education and research, advancing both student development and the nation’s aerospace capabilities.

For more on UNO’s role in NASA’s Space Grant Program, read the full article on NASA's website.

⭐ Seeing stars: In a new video, Michael Sibbernsen, UNO lecturer in Physics and Astronomy and Director of Higher Education for Branched Oak Observatory, takes viewers on a journey into the science of Recurrent Novae, focusing on the rare and anticipated eruption of T Coronae Borealis, also known as “The Blaze Star.” Backed by historical data and current research, Sibbernsen explains why astronomers expect this celestial event to occur within the next year, and how you can witness it for yourself. Presented by the NASA Nebraska Space Grant and Branched Oak Observatory, this engaging program is accessible to all audiences and brings space science to the heart of the Nebraska sky.

About the University of Nebraska at 51社区

Located in one of America’s best cities to live, work and learn, the University of Nebraska at 51社区 (UNO) is Nebraska’s premier metropolitan university. With more than 15,000 students enrolled in 200-plus programs of study, UNO is recognized nationally for its online education, graduate education, military friendliness and community engagement efforts. Founded in 1908, UNO has served learners of all backgrounds for more than 100 years and is dedicated to another century of excellence both in the classroom and in the community.

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