About Omaha, Nebraska
UNO is in the heart of a vibrant city - an urban location full of things to do - right in your backyard. Whether you live on- or off-campus, our location provides ample opportunities to experience Omaha and get involved outside of the classroom.
Omaha Chamber of Commerce
The Omaha Chamber of Commerce is on a mission to make Omaha a vibrant place to do business, work and live. UNO partners with the Chamber in a variety of ways. Learn more on the Omaha Chamber web site Links to an external site..
Young Professionals (YP) Summit
The UNO Office of Graduate Studies partners with the Chamber and serves as the premier sponsor of the annual YP Summit, held in the Spring. With that partnership, a discount code for the cost of the event registration is made available to all UNO students. Watch the recap of the 2023 event experience:
Vibrant Music, Arts & Fashion
- Omaha Fashion Week is one of the largest fashion events in the Midwest. Learn more on the Omaha Fashion Week web site Links to an external site.
- With a 42,000-square-foot addition, expanded art collection, new gardens, reimagined amenities and free admission, The Joslyn museum Links to an external site. is an art gem
- The Holland Center Links to an external site. offers spectacular views of downtown Omaha, an intimate atmosphere for patrons and a home for world-class artistry
- A beloved tradition, Jazz on the Green Links to an external site. delivers free summer concerts in Turner Park at Midtown Crossing (music icon)
Sports, Recreation & Animals
- Each summer, Omaha is home of the NCAA Division I Men's College World Series (CWS) - hosted at the infamous Charles Schwab Field. Learn more on the CWS web site Links to an external site.
- The Omaha Supernovas Links to an external site. finished out their first professional volleyball season in storybook fashion, becoming the first-ever Pro Volleyball Federation Champions
- Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium Links to an external site. in Omaha is ranked No.1 best zoo in the country, according to USA Today (2023, 2024)
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