For more than 150 years, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has been a leader in higher education. No other campus combines Nebraska's unique commitment to putting innovation to work -- applying our research into undergraduate education and service to people in Nebraska and around the globe.
(see more)For more than 150 years, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has been a leader in higher education. No other campus combines Nebraska's unique commitment to putting innovation to work -- applying our research into undergraduate education and service to people in Nebraska and around the globe.
29 ROTC members receive military commissions
Twenty-nine members of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Reserve Officer Training Corps received military commissions May 8-10.
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May 11
Nebraska awards record 3,884 degrees in May ceremonies
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln conferred a record 3,884 degrees during commencement exercises May 8-9.
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May 11
17 graduating students earn University Honors Program awards
Seventeen graduating seniors have earned awards from the University Honors Program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The students, all May graduates, were selected from among 215-plus Honors graduates during the 2025-26 academic year.
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May 8
203 students to graduate from University Honors Program
Two-hundred-three graduating seniors have completed the requirements of the University Honors Program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
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May 8
22 Husker students complete special education apprenticeship program
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Education and Human Sciences honored 22 students who have completed the Nebraska Department of Education's Nebraska Teacher Apprenticeship Program at a celebration May 6.
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May 7
37 students to graduate from Raikes School at Nebraska
Thirty-seven high-achieving seniors will graduate from the Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln on May 9. The Raikes School is an interdisciplinary honors program known for developing innovative leaders at the intersection of technology and business.
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May 5
21 students to graduate from Teacher Scholars Academy at Nebraska
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Teacher Scholars Academy is celebrating 21 students graduating this spring with a special reception May 7 at Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall.
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Apr 30
69 Husker students earn certificate in sales excellence
Sixty-nine University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have earned undergraduate certificates in sales excellence and were honored at an April 17 luncheon hosted by the Center for Sales Excellence.
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Apr 29
102 students at Nebraska named Chancellor's Scholars
One-hundred-two University of Nebraska-Lincoln students will be recognized as Chancellor's Scholars during the undergraduate commencement ceremonies May 9 at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
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May 4
Husker entrepreneurs earn donor-funded awards in New Venture Competition
Twenty years ago, three University of Nebraska-Lincoln students pitched the winning idea at the New Venture Competition that became the global sports technology company Hudl. This year, a record 84 teams applied to compete for more than $80,000 in donor-funded prizes, with 64 student teams representing 46 majors pitching their ventures to more than 60 judges.
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Apr 23
208 Husker students honored during Teacher Education Convocation
The 208 University of Nebraska-Lincoln undergraduate students who have officially been admitted to teacher education programs in the College of Education and Human Sciences during the 2025-26 academic year were recognized at the annual Teacher Education Convocation April 17 at Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall.
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Apr 20
Innocents Society, Mortar Board members inducted for 2026-27
Students, faculty, the interim chancellor, a staff member, and a Husker fan turned cancer research advocate were honored by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln at its annual Ivy Day ceremonies April 11.
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Apr 13
Husker students assist at 2026 Masters Tournament
For the 12th time, a contingent of University of Nebraska-Lincoln students will help provide hospitality services at Augusta National Golf Club for the Masters Tournament.
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Apr 6
Four Huskers win Roper Sports Writing awards
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications recently announced the winners of the Lynn and Dana Roper Sports Writing Competition.
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Mar 27
68 students chosen as Nebraska Young Artist Award winners
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts has announced the winners of the 29th annual Nebraska Young Artist Awards.
Huskers compete in 2026 Perry Photojournalism Challenge
Students in the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Journalism and Mass Communications competed in the 2026 Philip Perry Photojournalism Challenge Feb. 21, 22 and 28.
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Mar 4
Huskers win six awards in BEA Festival of Media Arts
Students in the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Journalism and Mass Communications won two first-place honors, a third-place honor and three awards of excellence in the Broadcast Education Association's Festival of Media Arts.
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Mar 2
Additional 10 Husker undergrads receive stipends for research projects
Ten University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have moved from the UCARE waitlist and will participate in research with a faculty mentor during the spring semester.
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Feb 4
400-plus Huskers named to Deans' Commendation List for fall 2025
More than 400 University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have been named to the Deans' Commendation List for the fall semester of the 2025-26 academic year.
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Feb 3
7,000-plus Huskers named to Deans' List for fall 2025
More than 7,000 University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have been named to the Deans' List for the fall semester of the 2025-26 academic year.
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Feb 3
40 Huskers begin sales excellence program
Forty University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have been selected for the Undergraduate Certificate in Sales Excellence Program in the College of Business. With the credential offered by the Center for Sales Excellence, students sharpen communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills sought by employers.
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Feb 4
Five ROTC members receive military commissions
Five members of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Reserve Officer Training Corps received military commissions Dec. 19-20.
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2025 Dec 22
Nebraska awards 1,197 degrees in December ceremonies
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln conferred 1,197 degrees during commencement exercises Dec. 19 and 20 at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
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2025 Dec 22
14 students to graduate from University Honors Program at Nebraska
Fourteen graduating seniors have completed the requirements to graduate from the University Honors Program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in December.
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2025 Dec 16
17 students at Nebraska named Chancellor's Scholars
Seventeen University of Nebraska-Lincoln students will be recognized as Chancellor's Scholars during the undergraduate commencement ceremony Dec. 20 at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
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2025 Dec 15
First-year Huskers boost MotoAmerica through inaugural Business Battle
A record 975 first-year business students at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln began tackling real-world challenges on their first day of college this fall. In Introduction to Business (MNGT 101), the first course in the college's new undergraduate curriculum, students explored different areas of business before teaming up with peer coaches and business professionals for their first collegiate competition, the inaugural Business Battle.
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2025 Dec 12
16 Husker students selected as peer career coaches in College of Business
Sixteen University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have been selected as peer career coaches in the College of Business. Working in the Business Career Center, the coaches assist peers with resumes, cover letters, interview skills and the navigation of early career decisions.
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2025 Nov 20
Record 141 Husker entrepreneurs compete in 3-2-1 Quick Pitch
A record 141 students from eight colleges at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln recently demonstrated their entrepreneurial, communication and presentation skills at the 17th annual 3-2-1 Quick Pitch competition.
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2025 Nov 13
Investors With Purpose connects students to finance leaders, internships
Thirty-two University of Nebraska-Lincoln students are gaining hands-on experience in investing and wealth management in the sixth class of the Investors With Purpose program in the College of Business. The selective program brings together high-achieving students with investment professionals for a semester-long course emphasizing real-world applications, mentorship and networking.
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2025 Nov 12
Husker broadcasters win seven awards in On-Location Creative Competition
Students from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Journalism and Mass Communications were awarded seven national audio awards in the Broadcast Education Association and College Broadcasters' On-Location Creative Competition.
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2025 Oct 31
