Driving the State's Economy and Success.
One out of every seven working-age Nebraskans are educated at a University of Nebraska System campus—not a surprise when you consider that NU produces 11,000 graduates for the workforce every year. NU alums fill the state's jobs, buy houses, pay taxes, and volunteer in their communities.
Here are the stories of the people who are growing our economy.
Featured Podcasts: Economic Impact
“Demonstrating the University’s Impact”
The University of Nebraska was one of the only universities in the country to grow during the pandemic. Ted Carter, president of the NU System, talks about how the University impacts the state’s economy and success.
“Lending a Hand to Local Businesses”
Luke Bogus, a student in UNL’s prestigious Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management, created an app as a business opportunity. When the pandemic hit, he offered the app to businesses for free.
"Moving Nebraska Forward With Biomechanics"
UNO is home to the first center in the world dedicated to researching human movement. Stergiou advanced UNO to the top of list when it came to biomechanics research.
"Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread"
The world's population is predicted to surge, and we'll need an accompanying surge in food. Stephen Baenziger is changing the game when it comes to wheat.
"Guiding Students to Rural Healthcare Careers"
Brandon Drozd coordinates a UNK program designed to close the healthcare gap. His goal is to attract students to allied health fields—and those efforts are paying off.
"Growing Nursing Education in Rural Nebraska"
The need for nursing care is expected to grow exponentially, and UNMC is working hard to bring more nurses like Arellano into the fold by meeting them where they are.
"Shaping the Future of Education"
UNL’s Guy Trainin leads the Teacher Scholars Academy, developing the next generation of educators and preparing teachers who will be effective for the future.
"Preventing Nebraska Brain Drain”
The Nebraska Business Development Center and its employees like UNO’s Harold Sargus reach across the state to strengthen business through a statewide network of offices.
"Training the Next Crop of Ag Professionals”
Inspired by her own ag education class, UNL’s Toni Rasmussen is one of 200 full-time instructors across Nebraska teaching agriculture to high school students.
"Turning Students into Cyberwarriors"
UNO’s Robin Ghandi sees many of his students accept jobs from local companies—often before they even graduate.
University of Nebraska’s annual economic impact grows to $5.8 billion
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