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Morgan Twiss high fives a student in her classroom at Elliott Elementary.

16 May 2023 By Deann Gayman - University Communication

First Teacher Scholars Academy cohort to earn degrees

In commencement exercises May 20, degrees will be conferred to 203 new teachers, and among them are the members of the first cohort of the Teacher Scholars Academy.

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Morgan Twiss holds her mortar board while surrounded by 12 students in a classroom setting.

16 May 2023 By Deann Gayman - University Communication

Twiss finds community, growth as part of Teacher Scholars Academy

Morgan Twiss remembers nearly always wanting to be a teacher, and after she graduates May 20 as a member of the inaugural cohort of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Teacher Scholars Academy, she’ll begin her career at Elliott Elementary in Lincoln, where she’ll teach second grade.

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Four individuals, dressed in office attire, stand in front of a window smiling for a photo.

18 Apr 2023 By Chuck Green, CYFS

Get SET Nebraska helping address special education teacher shortage

A team of Nebraska researchers and educators is working to establish a statewide program to develop and retain special education teachers.

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Jordan Brandt smiles and walks through rows of students sitting at desks in a classroom.

17 Apr 2023

On Campus: Teacher Scholars Academy

Through the Teacher Scholars Academy's hands-on education opportunities, networking and mentorship, future teachers like Jordan Brandt are preparing to make an impact on students in the state and to be the backbone of school transformation.

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Ten individuals wearing casual clothing gather to take a selfie.

05 Apr 2023

Husker students assist at 2023 Masters Tournament

For the ninth time, students from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Hospitality, Restaurant and Tourism Management program will work with members, patrons and staff at Augusta National Golf Club for the 2023 Masters Tournament.

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Seven individuals pose on a red carpet, wearing hand crafted looks that were showcased at Omaha Fashion Week.

17 Mar 2023 By Ritu Jadwani - Textiles, Merchandising and Fashion Design

Creating change through textiles and crafts

Students in the Department of Textiles, Merchandising and Fashion Design in the College of Education and Human Sciences at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln showcased their designs at Omaha Fashion Week on Feb. 23 - 24.

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Unique pink and green designs on showcase in the Robert Hillestad Textiles Gallery

17 Mar 2023

‘Future Tense’ National Juried Exhibition on view in Hillestad Gallery

The latest exhibit on view at the Robert Hillestad Gallery on East Campus of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln offers a glimpse into the future of contemporary fibers by presenting the very best work being made by students in the field today. Future Tense, the juried exhibition is on display in the Gallery through April 23.

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Four individuals sit around a wooden table, drinking coffee, engaged in conversation.

08 Feb 2023 By Haley Apel

Ortega steps in front of camera to elevate teaching profession

CEHS student Carlos Ortega was recently cast to take part in a new documentary that highlights the critical work of teachers.

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Two adults, one wearing a green floral shirt and the other wearing a red and blue plaid shirt, stand smiling in front of large windows.

23 Jan 2023 By Chuck Green, CYFS

Nebraska education researchers work to build statewide consensus on equity

University of Nebraska researchers are exploring the state’s equity-driven accountability systems in K-12 education to ensure all students have equal opportunities to succeed.

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