(August 15, 2008) Nebraska First Lady Sally Ganem is honored during the University of Nebraska at Omaha's summer commencement.  The First Lady Ganem received a Citation for Alumnus Achievement from the school's alumni association. The award is given at each commencement to a graduate who exemplifies career achievement, community service, involvement in business and professional associations, and fidelity to UNO.

The First Lady earned a bachelor's degree in elementary education from UNO in 1971 and a master's in education administration in 1975.