Omaha STEM Ecosystem

Want to learn more about the current state of STEM in Omaha? Come to Connecting Pathways 🧩

This free event on Tuesday, July 14, offers a deep dive into how artificial intelligence is transforming education and the way Omaha is responding to ensure a future-ready STEM workforce.

Dr. Victor Winter, Science Computer Professor at the University of Nebraska at Omaha College of IS&T, will deliver the keynote address, exposing the widening gap between what industry demands and what education permits in AI.

Participate in discussions with students and young professionals about the current landscape of education. Enjoy interactive demonstrations, a networking happy hour, and opportunities to collaborate on solutions for Omaha’s growing demand for STEM professionals.

Limited spots are available! Register now to secure your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connecting-pathways-tickets-1987707690209?aff=socialmedia

Special thanks to our sponsor MCL Construction for helping make this event possible!

The Tech Careers Seminar at the University of Nebraska at Omaha returns this fall, connecting students to Nebraska's growing tech workforce through hands-on, career-focused learning. This seminar is a collaboration between UNO and the Aksarben Foundation through the Nebraska Tech Collaborative.

Industry leaders will engage directly with students, host company site visits and build meaningful connections that go beyond the office. Participants will provide insights into seminar topics like interview preparation and networking with executives, giving students a clear path into Nebraska's tech industry.

Interested industry leaders can complete the form linked below. For more information, email Dr. Brian Dorn, Associate Professor of Computer Science at UNO, at [email protected].

🔗https://forms.monday.com/.../ed646295d563d2dc31b41155aa94...

🚀 Big news for Council Bluffs families and the region’s future.

The Council Bluffs Community School District is exploring the possibility of opening the Council Bluffs STEM Innovation Charter High School, a tuition-free, public school-sponsored option for district students.

This would not be your typical high school. Students would earn a specialized diploma AND college credentials, while learning through hands-on projects with real industry partners. That means fewer barriers and more doors open before graduation day arrives.

Under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Vickie Murillo, CBCSD has already helped more than 90% of recent graduates earn industry-recognized credentials alongside their diploma.

A STEM Innovation High School is the next step in the journey designed to connect students directly to high-paying, high-demand careers in fields that shape our world.

Learn more about the potential project here: https://www.cb-schools.org/schools1/stem-innovation-charter-high-school.