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Join us in celebrating Dr. Herb Thompson III, recipient of the inaugural 2025 Maverick Trailblazer Award, honoring his outstanding contributions to UNO through connection, innovation, and collaboration:

• Connector: Co-Founder of TANDEM, UNO’s Faculty Mentorship program, which continues to support our new UNO faculty across all colleges and departments.
• Innovator: Pioneer of the grant-winning “Our Stories” event that amplified the voices and experiences of over 70 UNO students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
• Collaborator: Redefining student civic engagement through Intergroup Dialogue: an innovative, peer-led, and highly regarded General Education course at UNO.

Event Details

Tuesday, September 16

📍 Strauss Performing Arts Center

⏰ 4:30 P.M. | Cocktail Hour: Connect with faculty, staff, students, and community members over drinks and hors d'oeuvres.

⏰ 6:00 P.M. | Keynote Address by Dr. Herb Thompson III

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About the Award

This prestigious award recognizes exceptional contributions to our university and beyond through outstanding achievements in teaching, research/creative activity, and/or service. The award offers an opportunity to celebrate and honor those who have demonstrated excellence and commitment across multiple areas of academic and community engagement.