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ALUMNI ADMISSIONS PROGRAM
The university needs alumni support in recruiting good students from
across the state, country and world. Alumni, serving as NU-AAP
volunteers, connect with high school students who hold a wide range of
academic interests; and prospective NU students receive personal
attention when alumni get involved in the recruitment process.
ALUMNI AWARDS
By seeking out and offering recognition for stellar performances in
the classroom, in the work place and/or in the community, the
association plays a critical role in university advancement.
ALUMNI BOOK CLUB
Alumni members receive a 20 percent discount on University of Nebraska
Press books. Each issue of Nebraska Magazine contains a special
offering of UNP books, but the 20 percent discount applies to all UNP
purchases year-round.
ALUMNI CHAPTERS
From game watch parties and golf scrambles, to scholarship programs
and community service projects, 63 Nebraska Alumni Association
chapters across the nation help keep local alumni connected to each
other, their community and the University of Nebraska.
ALUMNI INTERNSHIPS
Committed to educating and training NU students, the alumni
association offers internships to the university's best and brightest
students. Students work an average of 15 hours per week on a variety
of alumni projects.
ALUMNI RECORDS SERVICES
The Nebraska Alumni Association maintains a database of biographical
information on alumni and friends for the University of Nebraska Board
of Regents and in accordance with general expectations of the
university community.
BREAKFAST FOR CHAMPIONS
The alumni association and the U.S. Olympic Committee join forces to
recognize outstanding eighth graders from schools across Nebraska.The
students receive special medals and the opportunity to meet and mingle
with Olympians and Cornhusker athletic alumni.
CAREER NETWORK
The Nebraska Alumni Career Network links alumni and students to career
opportunities and professional connections in every industry. With
network members stationed across the country, the service provides the
inside track to better jobs, business contacts and professional
mentors. 
CATHER CIRCLE
A new program with 75 charter alumni members, the Cather Circle
develops leadership among talented female students at the university
by networking them with outstanding alumni from a variety of
backgrounds.
COMMUNICATIONS
Each year, alumni association members receive four issues of Nebraska
Magazine, two issues of the GoodNUz tabloid, an Alumni Resource Guide
and a subscription to their college alumni newsletter. In addition,
the alumni association maintains a presence on the World Wide Web
through a portal — zHuskers.com — and through a web site
<www.unl.edu/alumni>
that can be accessed from the portal.
CONSTITUENT SOCIETIES
All dues-paying members of the Nebraska Alumni Association receive a
companion membership in the alumni association of the college from
which they graduated — including Agricultural Sciences &
Natural Resources, Architecture, Arts & Sciences, Business
Administration, Dentistry, Engineering & Technology, Fine &
Performing Arts, Human Resources & Family Sciences, Journalism &
Mass Communications, Law and Teachers College. 
CORNHUSKER YEARBOOK
Under the sponsorship of the Nebraska Alumni Association and the Vice
Chancellor for Student Affairs, the Cornhusker Yearbook reappeared on
campus in 1999 after a 27-year hiatus. The association has committed
funds and the services of a staff member as yearbook adviser so that
the tradition can continue.
CORPORATE PROGRAM
The Nebraska Alumni Association's corporate relationship program
recognizes companies according to their level of support for the
association. Because of the corporate program, alumni receive special
discounts on a wide variety of goods and services while supporting the
association with their purchases. Products and services offered
through the program include insurance, long distance service, a
personal line of credit, a Nebraska VISA card, Big Red clothing,
Nebraska food products and more.
FINALS STUDY HALL
During finals week each semester, the Wick Alumni Center is
transformed into a quiet and comfortable study hall. Students are
invited to bring their books and study supplies to prepare for finals
while enjoying free snacks and beverages.
1874 SOCIETY
The Nebraska Alumni Association created the 1874 Society to provide
the opportunity for alumni and friends of the association to
demonstrate measurable support for the continuation of a strong alumni
association representing the University of Nebraska.
HOMECOMING
The association's annual Come On Home celebration, held on the eve of
the homecoming game, features free food, trolley tours of homecoming
displays, live entertainment and plenty of Husker spirit.
HOMECOMING PIZZA PASS
During homecoming week, local alumni board Molley the Trolley to
deliver pizza and pop to students who are building lawn displays for
their residence halls, Greek houses and student organizations in
preparation for Homecoming Saturday. 
HONORS ALUMNI SOCIETY
Working closely with the University of Nebraska Honors Program and
campus administration, the Nebraska Alumni Association is developing
an online community for program alumni and current students, reuniting
old friends, facilitating cultural outings for honors alumni, and
assisting in recruitment of the next generation of honors students.
HUSKERS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION
A statewide network, Huskers for Higher Education raises public
awareness on the importance of higher education to Nebraska's future.
HHE educates NU alumni about issues facing higher education and
teaches them to be creative and effective advocates on behalf of the
university.
HUSKER HUDDLES.
Prior to both home football games and those on the road, the alumni
association hosts Husker Huddles for Nebraska fans. Huddles feature
food, entertainment, door prizes and Husker spirit. 
LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
The Nebraska Alumni Association hosts an annual Volunteer Leadership
Conference, providing chapter and college alumni leaders with helpful
tips on event planning, leadership strategies and communicating with
alumni.
NEBRASKA N-CLUB
Re-energized under the auspices of the Nebraska Alumni Association in
1998, the Nebraska N-Club now boasts a membership of more than 1,000
out of 3,800 eligible former Husker letterwinners.
OFFICIAL CLASS RING
The first "official" University of Nebraska class ring,
designed by a student committee under the aegis of the alumni
association, is available to current students who have attained at
least junior standing; graduates also are eligible.
REUNIONS
The Nebraska Alumni Association sponsors an annual 50-year class
reunion and works with other departments and organizations on
specialty reunions. In addition, the college alumni groups host
biennial football reunions for their graduates.
SCARLET & CREAM SINGERS
The university's ambassadors of song since 1973, the Scarlet &
Cream Singers perform about 70 times a year for university functions,
local businesses, students across the state and alumni across the
country. The group features 16 singers, four band members and two
technicians, all full-time university students. 
SCHOLARSHIPS
The alumni association provides an annual scholarship to the student
government president, a student interested in study abroad, and each
Scarlet & Cream Singer. A number of constituent societies and
alumni chapters also provide scholarships. In addition, a legacy
factor has been added to the university's New Nebraskan Scholarships.
Out-of-state students with at least a 23 ACT or a ranking in the top
50 percent of their high school class whose parents are alumni of the
university can receive a $1,200 scholarship. Better scores and higher
class rankings move students from this first tier to higher levels.
STUDENT ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
SAA was organized in 1973 to promote interaction among students,
faculty and alumni, and today includes approximately 80 student
leaders from all areas of campus. Among the activities the group
sponsors are homecoming, Distinguished Scholars Day, Master's Week and
Senior Sendoff, a popular spring event for graduating NU seniors.The
Nebraska Student Alumni Association is a member of the Student Alumni
Association/Student Foundation International Network.
TOURIN' HUSKERS
With 50 trips per year, the Tourin' Huskers bring you everything from
a Mississippi River Cruise to a look at the ancient wonders of
southeast Asia. Whether you prefer snow-peaked mountains or sunny
beaches, a quick cruise or a luxurious world tour, scientific
exploration or historical sightseeing, the Tourin' Huskers have just
the trip. For Husker faithful, the Nebraska Alumni Association offers
football weekends and bowl trip packages. 
WICK ALUMNI CENTER
The beautiful Milton I. Wick Alumni Center, located on the northwest
corner of 16th and R Streets on the city campus, is home to the
Nebraska Alumni Association. The three-story structure contains 30,000
square feet — an ideal location for alumni and university events,
student gatherings, business meetings, seminars, banquets, wedding
receptions and more. |
