UNL Global Nebraska

Our team had an incredible experience at the Clifton Strengths Institute Summer Conference yesterday at University of Nebraska-Lincoln! We delved into leadership sessions, honed our key strengths, and connected with educators from UNL and across Nebraska. Thank you to the for hosting such an informative event. It was truly a day well spent!

Have you taken the Clifton Strengths test yet?

We are super excited to share about an amazing summer program our faculty is currently implementing in East Asia!

As part of the Global Experiences Office (GEO), Dr.Christopher Heselton visited Seongnam Foreign Language High School in South Korea to discuss globalization in Korea and education. The overall theme of the program is "Globalization of South Korea."

Interested in creating or implementing a collaborative program in another country? Reach out to us at the Global Partnerships and Initiatives Office. Let’s make global education happen together! Go Huskers!

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🔥 East Campus Dining’s Summer Grill Outs are back! 🔥

Join UNL Dining for a delicious journey around the world with different regionally and culturally inspired barbecues this summer! On July 18, 2024, from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm, UNL will be serving up a taste of Brazil! 🇧🇷

🍴 Menu Highlights:

Brazilian Lemon Garlic Chicken Kabobs
Brazilian Beef Kabobs
Chimichurri Sauce
Onion and Garlic Rice
Glazed Leeks
Hearts of Palm and Tomato Salad
📅 Grill out will move inside at 1 PM.

🌟 Included with the meal plan. Special pricing for staff, faculty, emeriti, retirees, and guests available at dining.unl.edu. For more menu details, visit menu.unl.edu.

Don’t miss out on these mouth-watering BBQs! 🍗🌽

🌟✨ Meet Juliee Crocker, a Friendly Face at Global Affairs! ✨🌟

Juliee has been a wonderful support for all of Global Affairs at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Before joining this team, she brought her talents to Programs in English as a Second Language. Since November 2022, Juliee has been one of the go-to people at the front desk for ISSO and GEO on the first floor of Louise Pound Hall.

A lifelong Lincoln resident and proud Husker fan, Juliee graduated from UNL with a degree in Ethnic Studies. When she's not helping navigate Global Affairs, you might find her curled up with a book, aiming to reach her ambitious goal of reading 60 books this year!

🐱 Fun Fact: Juliee has a cat named Ducky who she is absolutely obsessed with!

🌍 Meet Nathaly Jimenez 🌍
International Recruitment Specialist at UNL

Nathaly passionately advocates for education worldwide, guiding UNL's recruitment efforts across Latin America and the African Continent. Originally from Ciudad Acuña, Mexico, she embraces a rich blend of Mexican and Texan cultures and holds a Bachelor of Arts in French from Angelo State University. With a love for languages, Nathaly has taught across Mexico and Morocco and has explored nine countries.

Fun Fact: Nathaly finds joy in learning languages—currently Arabic!

🎇 Still deciding where to watch fireworks this Independence Day? Bring your family and friends to Oak Lake Park for the City’s free Uncle Sam Jam Celebration on Wednesday, July 3rd!

🕕 Park opens at 6 PM

🎶 Live music starts at 7:15 PM

🇺🇸 Flag lowering ceremony at 8:30 PM

🎆 Fireworks display begins at 10 PM

Don’t miss out on a night of music, patriotism, and breathtaking fireworks! Have a safe and relaxing weekend! 🎆🇺🇸

🌍 Meet Grant Hunter 🌍

Assistant Director of International Admissions at the University of Nebraska

Grant collaborates with international and domestic partners to recruit international students to UNL. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Human Resources Management & Business Administration from Hastings College, Nebraska, and a Master of Arts Degree in Higher Education Administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Grant has traveled to over 25 countries and has lived abroad in Kosovo as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant.

Fun Facts: Grant considers himself as a moderately successful home chef & baker, has met a US President, and can play multiple musical instruments.

Can you guess which musical instruments he plays?

🌍 Meet Traci Gunderson 🌍

Assistant Director, Office Of Global Partnerships & Initiatives

Traci works with UNL faculty and staff, along with local and international partners, to support and communicate Nebraska’s global strategic efforts in research, teaching, service, and outreach. She's your go-to person for all things related to Nebraska’s global partnerships and impact abroad! 🌟

Before joining UNL, Traci honed her passion and skills for International Education at our sister campus, University of Nebraska at Kearney. Born and raised in Nebraska, she has traveled extensively both personally and professionally, making the world her playground! 🌎✈️

She loves, 🍣 indulging in sushi in Japan 💃 exploring the town squares in Mexico 📸 capturing the vibrant culture of Morocco 🏞️ exploring the stunning landscapes of Indonesia and meeting new people around the world!

Follow along to see how Traci and the team are making global waves! 🌊✨



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🌍 Meet Dave Long, our fearless Director Of Global Safety & Security! 🚀

Dave is our go-to guy for all things international risk management. He’s the mastermind behind our university-wide safety policies, ensuring that every adventure our students embark on is backed by top-notch crisis response plans. 🌐✈️

Before joining us at Nebraska, Dave was a globetrotter with a mission! 🌟 He kicked off his career in North Africa, where he supported development agencies in Mauritania, Tunisia, and Morocco for three years. Then, he headed to East Africa to work with relief agencies, leading security operations in South Sudan, Kenya, Uganda, and the DRC. 🌍🦒

Dave didn’t stop there—he spent two years in Northern Iraq, aiding relief efforts in Iraq and Syria during the fall of Mosul. 🇮🇶✨ With a working knowledge of Spanish, Western Arabic, and Sorani Kurdish, Dave is a true global citizen. He holds a B.A. in International Studies from Georgia Southern University and an MBA from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. 📚🎓

Fun Fact: When he’s not busy keeping us safe, Dave is a lover of international cuisine, especially Moroccan tagine and Ethiopian injera. He’s a football enthusiast and has a soft spot for the vibrant cultures of the Middle East and North Africa.



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🌍✨ Meet Maegan Stevens-Liska! ✨🌍

Maegan is the Interim Assistant Vice Chancellor for Global Affairs at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where she oversees the offices of Global Experiences, Global Partnerships and Initiatives, International Student and Scholar Services, and Programs in English as a Second Language.

She's been a powerhouse leader in key programs with the U.S. Department of State, including:
-Administrative Director and Principal Investigator for the Mandela Washington Fellowship
-PI for the Leadership in Higher Education Program with the Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture
-PI for the Center for Entrepreneurship's Summer Virtual Exchange Program with Egypt
-PI for UNL's Global Virtual Project for students in the U.S., Middle East, and North Africa, supported by the Stevens Initiative and Bezos Family Foundation

🌟 Interesting fact: Before joining UNL, Maegan taught at the Dresden International School and the Dresden Volkshochschule in Germany!

🌟 Fun fact: Her favorite hobby is gardening, and she spends countless hours each summer tending to flowers on her patio and growing tomatoes, zucchini, and peppers.

Give her a shoutout and join us in celebrating her amazing leadership to the global education team! 🌐🎉

Can you guess where this picture was taken from Maegan's global travels? Comment below and let us know! 🗺️✈️

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🌍✨ Meet the Team! ✨🌍

Starting this week, we're excited to introduce the amazing individuals who make up the Global Partnerships and Initiatives Office at UNL!

Stay tuned as we highlight the passionate, talented, and inspiring members of our team who are driving global collaborations and creating impactful initiatives worldwide. 🌐✨

Get ready to meet the faces behind our global success stories! 🙌



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Tie-Dye and Tea Summer Bash!

Join the Kawasaki Reading Room for a fun-filled Summer Tie-Dye with Tea event on June 14, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. All Husker students are invited to participate! Bring your own white T-shirts to get creative with colorful tie-dye.

Tea Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tie-Dye Fun: Noon to 2 p.m.

Come for the tea, stay for the tie-dye, and make some vibrant summer memories!

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🌸 Still figuring out your First Friday plans? We’ve got some ideas! 🌸

Join the Sheldon Museum of Art at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln to celebrate Nebraska Wildflower Week! 🌿✨ Take home a wildflower seedling cultivated by the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum and enjoy a lovely evening exploring the galleries, open until 7 PM. Admission is free! 🎨🌼

Whether you're a flower enthusiast, an art lover, or just looking for something new to do, this is the perfect event to share with your friends and family. See you there! 🌺👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

📍 Sheldon Museum of Art, University of Nebraska-Lincoln 🕓 Open until 7 PM 🎟 Free Admission

Spread the word and make your First Friday bloom with beauty and creativity! 🌸🌟

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Looking for a fantastic way to spend the First Friday of June?
Join the for an exciting evening with the Lincoln Modern Quilt Guild as they unveil their stunning new exhibition, "Second Chances: Upcycled Modern Quilts." 🎉🧵✨

Inspired by the enchanting exhibit "Feed Sacks: An American Fairytale," the talented members of the Lincoln Modern Quilt Guild have reimagined vintage quilts using an array of reclaimed materials. From worn-out clothing to classic feed sacks, these textiles are transformed into vibrant, modern masterpieces. 🌟👗👕

Why you can't miss it:

Free Fun: Enjoy complimentary access to all the incredible IQM galleries from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Creative Inspiration: Witness how old materials are given new life in innovative quilt designs.

Meet the Makers: Chat with the artists and learn about their creative processes and the stories behind their quilts.

Perfect for Everyone: Bring your friends and family, whether they're textile aficionados, art lovers, or just looking for a unique night out.

Mark your calendars and spread the word! This is an evening of creativity, inspiration, and community you won't want to miss. See you there! 🎨👫🧶



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The result of hard work and getting involved in campus was a position on for recent University of Nebraska-Lincoln grad Mariano Azurduy of Tarija, Bolivia

https://news.unl.edu/newsrooms/today/article/nebraska-u-opportunities-carry-azurduy-from-bolivia-to-wall-street/

Congratulations to the Class of 2024🥳 We are so proud of all you have achieved and are so grateful for the richness you bring to our university community. Keep reaching for the stars✨ – your journey is just beginning, and we are excited to see all the amazing things you will accomplish.

Because Finals Week can be HARD and Mental Health is for EVERYONE 💝

Can you guess who we're hosting this time?

🤝🍁🌎 students interact with the highest level of professionals in their fields including Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry Francois-Philippe Champagne. S/O to the Yeutter Institute for leading this incredible opportunity.
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repost via from Barley breeding with Sheryl Sierra, Foreign Student from the Philippines to 🌾

Sierra shared: "Fulbright has helped me achieve my dream to become a plant breeder that makes a difference in people's lives. With my research at the University of Nebraska Lincoln, I was able to contribute to developing varieties of wheat and barley that I believe will improve the quality of life for the world's increasing population." Through breeding barley, researchers are able to develop varieties optimized to grow in different environments, resist diseases, and other traits which lead to more stable crops for communities across the globe.

An event you won't want to miss!
🗓April 26
⏰️6:00pm

Join in celebrating “from around world to Nebraska.” Everyone is welcome!

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repost via from This week the College of Architecture had visitors from the Tallinn University of Technology in Estonia. One of the trip’s objectives was to learn about our university’s experience and best practices in developing teaching and learning activities.

Several topics were explored:

-Institutional Cooperation Contracts for Student Exchange.

-Teaching and Learning Quality Management: gaining insights regarding our study program development and quality assurance, as well as our internal quality system for studies.

-Student Support System: exploring the measures our institution employs to support students during their academic journey, strategies to mitigate student dropout rates, and methods for effectively monitoring their progress.

It was a pleasure to meet and hopefully build long-lasting collaborations with our peers from Tallinn including Prof Hendrik Voll, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs; Tiit Lukk, Vice-Rector for Research; Betra Leesment, Study Director, Office of Academic Affairs; and Hanna Haavapuu, Chief Academic Development Officer, Advisor to Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs.

repost via from You can still register for our chat with a Diplomat in Residence to learn all about what the career in Foreign Service looks like and the different opportunities that can help you prepare as a student. Register to join us for this virtual event at GO.UNL.EDU/GLOBALCAFE

repost via from Are you currently studying Speech/Language Pathology? We have the perfect study abroad opportunity for you! Check out the Global Experiences website to apply today!