Edouardo Zendejas

Edouardo Zendejas is a Senior Lecturer and Director of the Tribal Management and Emergency Services Program at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO). He holds a J.D. from the J. Reuben Clark Law School and a B.A. in History from UNO. His roles include teaching in Native American Studies and Tribal Emergency Management, alongside legal and administrative experience with the Omaha Tribe of Nebraska. He has organized the annual BIA Tribal Emergency Management Workshop and received awards for Service Learning initiatives.

Education:

• B.A., History, University of Nebraska Omaha, 1987
• J.D., J. Reuben Clark Law School, 1991

Research & Teaching: Focuses on tribal governance, emergency management systems in Indigenous communities, and legal frameworks for Native American affairs. His work bridges academic research with practical outreach to tribal entities and schools.

Awards: Recognized for Service Learning contributions, emphasizing community engagement and tribal emergency preparedness.

Grants & Labs: No specific grants mentioned, but leads the Tribal Management and Emergency Services Program, serving as a collaborative hub for academic and community initiatives.