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The University of New Orleans is a national leader in delivering strong economic mobility outcomes for its students.

_{October 2, 2023}

The University of New Orleans Ranks Among National Leaders in Economic Mobility

The University of New Orleans ranks among universities that are national leaders in economic mobility, according to a new report from the policy institute Third Way. Read more

A grant from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation will help build a mentoring network for first-generation College of Sciences students interested in pursuing careers in healthcare at the University of New Orleans.

_{September 26, 2023}

$240K Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation Grant Will Fund University of New Orleans Program for Future Healthcare Professionals

A $240,000 grant from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation will establish a program at the University of New Orleans for first-generation students who intend to pursue careers in healthcare. Read more

Dr. Kathy Johnson has been selected as the next president of the University of New Orleans.

_{September 14, 2023}

UL System Board Names Dr. Kathy Johnson President of the University of New Orleans

Dr. Kathy Johnson has been selected as the next president of the University of New Orleans. Read more

The National WWII Museum U.S. Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center is the venue for UNO’s annual Distinguished Alumni Gala.

_{September 7, 2023}

The University of New Orleans Announces 2023 Distinguished Alumni for Colleges, Athletics

The University of New Orleans will also honor distinguished alumni from its four academic colleges and athletics at the annual Distinguished Alumni Gala presented by Entergy. Read more

The University of New Orleans Presidential Search Committee has selected Dr. Kathy Johnson (left) and Dr. Walter Kimbrough as finalists.

_{August 29, 2023}

UNO Presidential Search Finalists Selected

The UNO Presidential Search Committee selected two finalists on Tuesday. Read more

The University of New Orleans Presidential Search Committee announced the selection of five semifinalists on Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023.

_{August 17, 2023}

UNO Presidential Search Committee Advances Five Semifinalists

The University of New Orleans Presidential Search Committee selected five semifinalists to interview for the school’s top post. Read more

Leah Myers, who earned an MFA in creative writing from UNO, has published her first book “Thinning Blood.”

_{July 31, 2023}

Alumni Spotlight: Author Leah Myers: ‘In my heart, I’m a storyteller’

Leah Myers, who earned an MFA in creative writing from UNO, has published her first book “Thinning Blood.” Read more

The Longo Group’s president, Ted Longo, presents a donation to Pamela Kennett-Hensel, dean of UNO’s College of Business Administration. They are pictured with Tracy Clanton (far left) and Eric Balukonis, major gifts officer with University Advancement.

_{July 27, 2023}

The Longo Group Donates $20K To UNO’s College of Business Administration

The Longo Group, an independent wealth management firm based in Slidell, Louisiana, has donated $20,000 to the University of New Orleans College of Business Administration. Read more

Google VP Sabrina Farmer (left) is the winner of the 2023 Homer Hitt Distinguished Alumni Award and Avril Habetz is the 2023 Homer Hitt Young Alumna of the Year.

_{June 26, 2023}

Google Vice President Sabrina Farmer to Receive 2023 UNO Homer Hitt Distinguished Alumni Award

Google vice president Sabrina Farmer will receive the 2023 University of New Orleans Homer L. Hitt Distinguished Alumni Award. Additionally, Avril Habetz, managing partner for Northwestern Mutual of Louisiana and Mississippi, has been named the 2023 Norma Jane Sabiston Distinguished Young Alumna of the Year. Read more