AcClimate seeks to engage students on climate policy
Learn about AcClimate, a new organization dedicated to engaging students in the fight for legislation to address the climate crisis by empowering them to advocate for equitable, science-based environmental policy through public testimonies and policy meetings with legislators.
New journalism dean ready to make an impact at Nebraska
Shari Veil knows a thing or two about leading others through turbulent times.
From getting a doctoral degree with an emphasis in risk and crisis communication to serving as director of the University of Oklahoma’s Center for Risk and Crisis Management, she’s dedicated her career to understanding how organizations can work with stakeholders through periods of change.
Now, as the new dean of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s College of Journalism and Mass Communications, Veil is putting that knowledge to the test.
Husker Dialogues inspires Adhikari, Bracht to give back
Launched in 2016, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Husker Dialogues program helps first-year students dig into the roots of individual beliefs while learning from the stories of peers, fostering greater inclusivity on campus. Normally held in person, Husker Dialogues is transitioning to a virtual experience this year due to the global pandemic and begins Sept. 10.
Campus leaders commit $40M to Grand Challenges research
University of Nebraska–Lincoln leaders have committed $40 million to fund grand challenges research efforts during the next four years. Organized by Chancellor Ronnie Green and Bob Wilhelm, vice chancellor for research and economic development, the funding is part of a partnership between the Chancellor’s Office and ORED.
Korff School's Nierman was one of 10 selected to deliver Presidential Session at international music education conference
Glenn Nierman, associate director and professor of music education in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Glenn Korff School of Music, delivered a Presidential Session during the 34th World Conference of the International Society of Music Education (ISME) in August.
Virtual Ambassadors Forum is Sept. 21-22
As the world continues to grow more interdependent, how does the United States face the interlocking challenges of Europe, NATO and Russia?
University of Nebraska–Lincoln students, faculty and staff, along with the general public are invited to explore this question at the 2020 Nebraska Ambassadors Forum. The event will be hosted virtually on Sept. 21 and 22.
Perdue says innovation, collaboration key to agriculture’s future
The future of U.S. agriculture is dependent upon research, innovation and collaboration, which together will lead to increased agricultural efficiency and sustainability, as well as development of foods designed to improve human health, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue said Sept. 4 during a visit to Nebraska Innovation Campus.
Lu’s new book features 20 years of Nanjing Massacre research
When Nebraska’s Suping Lu, started research on the Nanjing Massacre in January 1997, he had two goals in mind — to write a comprehensive overview of the Chinese city’s tragic occupation by the Japanese military and to raise awareness of this human tragedy. Two decades later, Lu’s 13th book, “The 1937-1938 Nanjing Atrocities,” published by Springer Nature, finally achieves one of his goals.
Jarquin receives NAPB Early Career Scientist Award
Diego Jarquin, University of Nebraska–Lincoln Department of Agronomy and Horticulture research assistant professor, was awarded the 2020 National Association of Plant Breeders Early Career Scientist Award during their virtual conference hosted by Nebraska, August 17-20.
Jarquin receives Early Career Scientist Award
Diego Jarquin, research assistant professor of agronomy and horticulture at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, has earned the 2020 National Association of Plant Breeders Early Career Scientist Award. This award recognizes a scientist in the early stages of their plant-breeding career who exhibits the ability to establish strong research foundations, interact with multidisciplinary teams and participate in relevant professional societies. Jarquin, originally from Mexico, merges statistical methodology, quantitative genetics, computer algorithm development, data science and collaborative work with plant sciences.