UNO SLI

Omaha-based cultural arts educator and tech industry liaison UNOSLI coordinates West African drumming programs through Cirque Kalabanté, led by master drummer Yamoussa Bangoura. Their workshops at Steelhouse Omaha introduce participants to traditional instruments including djembe and dun dun drums. The sessions accommodate beginners through advanced players seeking hands-on experience with West African percussion techniques. UNOSLI partners with the University of Nebraska Omaha computer science department to connect students with software development internships via the Handshake platform. Their outreach bridges cultural arts programming with technology sector opportunities in the Greater Omaha area. This dual focus enables cross-pollination between performing arts and professional development initiatives. The programming emphasizes both preservation of traditional West African music and advancement of local tech talent. Regular workshops at Steelhouse Omaha provide consistent access to cultural arts education. Meanwhile, ongoing partnerships with UNO maintain pathways for computer science students entering the technology workforce.