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Democratic candidates square off in debate before mostly student audience

Democratic candidates square off in debate before mostly student audience
The battle for the democratic nominee in Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District took front stage Tuesday night at UNO as candidates Richard Carter, 30, and Jim Esch, 32, debated issues and took questions from students regarding their campaigns. Carter and Esch are vying for the opportunity to challenge incumbent Rep.

Boocker selected as dean of College of Arts and Sciences

More than 3,000 UNO students enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences will have the opportunity to meet their new dean starting this summer. It was announced Tuesday that David Boocker had been selected as dean, the result of a national search and four finalist campus visits.

Surgeon general speaks out on dangers of underage drinking

Surgeon general speaks out on dangers of underage drinking
For better or worse, drinking for many college students is a regular part of life. However, underage drinking could lead to more than just legal problems, warned acting U.S. Surgeon General Steven Galson. Galson visited campus Tuesday where he participated in an open forum in the Milo Bail Student Center on the dangers of underage drinking.

Getting to campus: Biking, walking, running

Getting to campus: Biking, walking, running
Tomorrow is Earth Day. However, earlier this week, many UNO students got a jump-start on using alternative transportation. The second annual "Trek to Campus" event, a class project for Organization and Administration of Physical Education, aimed to raise awareness of both reducing carbon monoxide and increasing the wellness of the university community.

Red tape aside, more all-ages shows to be allowed in metro

Red tape aside, more all-ages shows to be allowed in metro
Several hours after the Omaha City Council approved a measure to allow teens to attend many of the city's previously 21-and-over shows a local band took the stage a couple blocks away, illustrating some of the councilmen's concerns over the measure. Quixotic performed at Downtowns Blues, 1512 Howard St.
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