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OU-NU Merger Cartoon
Political cartoon celebrating the camaraderie and spirit of equality expected to result from the merger of the University of Omaha and the University of Nebraska. [ID: OU-NU_Merger_Cartoon]
OU-NU Merger Public Affairs Luncheon
Public Affairs Luncheon at Peony Park following the Merger Convocation, sponsored by the Omaha Chamber of Commerce. Nebraska Governor Norbert Tiemann speaking. [ID: Merger_Public_Affairs_Luncheon_01]
OU-NU Merger Public Affairs Luncheon
Public Affairs Luncheon at Peony Park following the Merger Convocation, sponsored by the Omaha Chamber of Commerce. University of Nebraska Chancellor Clifford Hardin speaking. [ID: Merger_Public_Affairs_Luncheon_02]
Please Help Merger Fund flier
Flier produced by the University Senate Executive Committee, inviting members of the Municipal University of Omaha community to "Dust off those cobwebs, write a check today" for the O.U. Merger Fund. 8.5" x 11" sheet, black print on yellow paper.
Portrait of John V. Blackwell
Portrait of John V. Blackwell, also known as Vic Blackwell, faculty member in the Art Department (1958-1985), Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (1972-1975), and Acting Chancellor (1971/72) of the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
Portrait of Kirk Naylor
Portrait of Kirk Naylor. He joined the faculty of the University of Omaha in 1960 as Dean of Administration. In 1967, he became president of the university, and he presided over the merger of the Municipal University of Omaha with the University of…
Portrait of Paul Borge
Portrait of Paul Borge, a professor at the Municipal University of Omaha and its successor the University of Nebraska at Omaha, circa 1950s-1990s. He was head of the OU Radio-TV Department and founded both UNO's radio station KVNO and television…
Portrait of Robert Ruetz
Portrait of Robert Ruetz, a Professor of Music at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and its predecessor the University of Omaha from 1965-1990, and director of the UNO Opera Theatre.
Portrait of Robert Spire
Portrait of Robert Spire (1925-1994), a Nebraska lawyer, human rights activist, and philanthropist. He served as a member of the University of Omaha Board of Regents from 1963 through 1968, when the University of Omaha merged with the University of…
Precinct and ward tally of Omaha
Ward and precinct tallies of the vote taken by the City of Omaha on December 12, 1967, to decide whether to allow the merger of the Municipal University of Omaha with the University of Nebraska.
Progress on Merger Related
UNMC newsletter article about NU merger. The article covers transition plans for different progams.
Receipt
A detailed receipt acknowledging transfer of Municipal University of Omaha property to the University of Nebraska.
Redick Hall
Redick Hall was the original home of the University of Omaha. The building, then located at 24th and Pratt Streets, was named for Omaha attorney Oak C. Redick, a member of the University of Omaha Board of Trustees who offered his homestead mansion…
Redick Hall
Redick Hall was the original home of the University of Omaha. The building, then located at 24th and Pratt Streets, was named for Omaha attorney Oak C. Redick, a member of the University of Omaha Board of Trustees who offered his homestead mansion…
Reflections in Time: Kirk Naylor
Link to Streaming Video of Full Episode.
Reflections in Time: Paul Borge
Link to Streaming Video of Full Episode.
Reflections in Time: Robert Ruetz
Link to Streaming Video of Full Episode.
Reflections in Time: Robert Spire
Link to Streaming Video of Full Episode.
Reflections in Time: Vic Blackwell
Link to Streaming Video of Full Episode.
Rena Boyle oral history excerpt about the NU merger.
Link to Streaming Video.
Rena Boyle oral history transcript about the NU merger.
Oral history transcript excerpt from Rena Boyle, Dean of the College of Nursing. Transcript covers how UNMC handled the OU nursing program.
Resolution
Municipal University of Omaha Resolution 4465 providing for an election to determine whether Omaha voters approve transfer of OU to the University of Nebraska.
Sample Ballot University of Omaha Special Election, December 12, 1967
4" x 9" single sheet sample ballot with the exact wording of the measure that the residents of Omaha were to vote upon on Decmber 12, 1967. "Shall the Board of Regents of the Municipal University of Omaha transfer and convey all the campus property…
Sixty years a foundation, Welcome to Ceremonies Marking the Formation of the University of Nebraska at Omaha from the Municipal University of Omaha June 30-July 1, 1968
A guide to the festivities surrounding the OU-NE merger.
Sun Newspapers Section B, June 27, 1968
16-page section of the SUN newspaper June 27, 1968, issue. The front and back covers fold out to a two-page piece of artwork depicting the University of Nebraska at Omaha as a fetus about to be born. All articles within the section relate to the…
Survey of Omaha voters: merger of Omaha University and Nebraska University, November 25 through 27, 1967
Public opinion survey of Omaha voters regarding the merger of the Municipal University of Omaha with the University of Nebraska. The survey was conducted by Central Surveys, Inc., of Shenandoah, Iowa, November 25-27, 1967, and includes detailed…
The Meaning of 'Merger' brochure
Trifold brochure from the University of Omaha on "The Meaning of 'Merger,'" printed and distributed in advance of the O.U. merger with the Unviersity of Nebraska system. The front of the brochure features the image of the O.U. Arts and Sciences…
Three Campuses Represented at Convocation
UNMC newsletter article about NU merger. The article captions the photograph of Chancellor Hardin, President Naylor, and Dean Wittson.
University Merger Program
Original caption: "Omaha University and Nebraska Univeristy Merger Program" People gathering on lawn for ceremony.
University Merger Program
Original caption: "Omaha University and Nebraska Univeristy Merger Program" Speaker addresses audience from podium under Omaha Chamber of Commerce banner.
University Merger Program
Original caption: "Omaha University and Nebraska University Merger Program" Crowd assembled outside of University of Nebraska at Omaha building, listening to a speaker.
University Merger Program
Original caption: "Omaha University and Nebraska University Merger Program" Two men speaking to each other at podium in front of University of Nebraska at Omaha building.
University Merger Program
Original caption: "Omaha University and Nebraska University Merger Program" Individual speaking at podium, behind him are a couple rows of people standing and clapping.
University Merger Program
Original caption: "Omaha University and Nebraska University Merger Program" Camera positioned in the middle of a audience attending the merger program.
University Merger Program
Original caption: "Omaha University and Nebraska University Merger Program" Looking across audience up to the individual speaking at the podium in front of the University of Nebraska at Omaha building.
University Merger Program
Original caption: "Omaha University and Nebraska University Merger Program - Greenberg and Spicer" Men shaking hands at podium.
University Merger Program meeting
Original caption: "Omaha University and Nebraska Univeristy Merger Program" University officials gathered together in a board room.
UNO Campus, Aerial View, 1975
Aerial view of the University of Nebraska at Omaha campus in 1975, viewed from the south.
UNO Campus, Aerial View, 1978
Aerial view of the University of Nebraska at Omaha campus in 1978, viewed from the northeast.
UNO Campus, Aerial View, 1987
Aerial view of the University of Nebraska at Omaha campus in 1987, viewed from the northeast.
UNO Campus, Aerial View, 1997
Aerial view of the University of Nebraska at Omaha campus in 1997, viewed from the west.
Vote Yes for a better Omaha brochure
Eight-page booklet, 4" x 7.5", printed with blue text on white paper, detailing all six measures which were to be decided in the December 12, 1967, special election in the City of Omaha. The six ballot issues, in order, were merger of Omaha…
Voters Face Important Issues: Special Election December 12 broadside
17" x 11.25" double-sided sheet, printed with black text and grayscale images on glossy white paper. The masthead reads, "Voters Face Important Issues: Special Election December 12." The broadside was produced by the Citizens Committee and includes…