Alumni Outstanding Teaching Awards — Established in 1997 to honor distinguished teaching in the classroom. They are presented during Honors Week to nine faculty members, chosen by their peers in each college. They include a $1,000 stipend.

Athletic Hall of Fame — Coordinated by the Association, the UNO Hall of Fame nominating and selection committees promote recognition of the outstanding achievement of athletes, coaches or administrators. It began in 1975.

Citation for Alumni Achievement — Presented at each commencement, the Citation is the Alumni Association's highest honor. It encompasses professional or career achievement, community service, involvement in business and professional associations, and fidelity to UNO. Since its establishment in 1949, the Citation has been presented to 141 former graduates.

Outstanding Service Awards — Honors faculty, staff, alumni or friends who've shown long, outstanding service to the Association and/or University. It was established in 1974.

ROTC Outstanding Cadet — Honors the outstanding graduating cadet's student achievements and leadership qualities.

UNO Employee of the Year — The Association provides a $500 stipend to each recipient.

UNO Professorships — The UNO Alumni Association has provided 12 professorships totaling more than $765,000 since 1985.