OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) - Former University of Nebraska-Omaha Chancellor Dr. John Christensen has been awarded the title of Chancellor Emeritus, the honor is given to those for recognition of their substantial service to the university.
Christensen was bestowed the honor by Dr. Hank Bounds, the University of Nebraska President.
“This is a fitting honor for a Chancellor who led his campus through a remarkable period of momentum and opportunity – all with an extraordinary focus on students,” Bounds said. “Under John Christensen’s leadership, UNO achieved great success in expanding opportunities for students, engaging with the community it serves and building its reputation in areas that matter to Nebraska and the nation. Omaha, our state and the University of Nebraska are better because of John’s service.”
Christensen stepped down from his role as Chancellor of UNO in September of 2016, after holding the position since he took over in an interim role in 2006.
Christensen started at UNO as a faculty member in the College of Education in 1978.
