University of New Orleans Employee Directory
Higher EducationLouisiana, United States1001-5000 Employees
The University of New Orleans is a public higher education institution located in New Orleans, Louisiana, founded in 1958 as the first fully integrated public university in the South. It serves a diverse student body drawn from all Louisiana parishes, all states, and more than 130 countries, offering both undergraduate and graduate programs and active research opportunities. As a major economic and cultural contributor to the metro New Orleans area, UNO contributes to the region's industry, culture, and economy through its educational and research activities. In March 2026, UNO formed a partnership with nonprofit The 18th Ward to bring youth sports programming onto campus recreation spaces. The university continues to engage with the community and maintain its role as a public higher education institution serving students in the metropolitan area.