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Nebraska Women’s Sports: A Walk through time
Nebraska Women’s Sports History The story of women’s sports in Nebraska mirrors a familiar narrative seen around the globe. Initially, the sports scene was dominated by men, leaving little room for women to engage in athletic pursuits. However, between 1880 and 1890, collegiate sports began to take root and gain popularity within Nebraska’s universities. It…
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A Journey Through Concordia University
Concordia University Nestled in the heart of Seward, Nebraska, stands the private Lutheran institution known as Concordia University, Nebraska. Established in 1894, this distinguished institution has long been affiliated with the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod. It is one of seven schools forming the dynamic Concordia University System. Organized into three main schools: the College of Arts…
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Bellevue University A Legacy Of Lifelong Learning
In 1987, the college introduced an accelerated bachelor’s degree program, and three years later, it launched its first master’s degree program. In 1994, Bellevue College metamorphosed into Bellevue University. Bellevue’s primary campus is in Nebraska. It underwent significant expansion in the late 1990s and early 2000s, with the opening of the Lozier Professional Center in…
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UNL Football and sports program
UNL Husker Herbie Husker, or as we often call him: “Husker,” is the UNL official mascot, and it’s the character that represents every UNL athlete and fan out there. “Huskers” is a name that means more than just trophies and awards. In this blog, we will delve beyond the gold medals and into how the…
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Hoibergs Headline the 2023 Tom Dinsdale Auto Celebrity Sports Jamboree Presented By 1st State Bank
Hoibergs Headline the 2023 Tom Dinsdale Auto Celebrity Sports Jamboree Presented By 1st State Bank The Nebraska Greats Foundation brings a celebrity event this summer to Grand Island’s Riverside Golf Club for the 5th consecutive year. Thursday night, July 20th, the event will feature dinner, cocktails, auction items, tributes and testimonials to and from recipients…
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Ameritas Executive Gustin Named to the Board of Directors for the NGF
Ameritas Executive Gustin Named to the Board of Directors for the NGF The Nebraska Greats Foundation (www.negreats.org) which serves former collegiate athletes from Nebraska with medical and educational needs, and financial challenges announces the addition of longtime Ameritas Executive Karen Gustin to the Board of Directors. Her three-year term was unanimously approved by the current…
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The Nebraska Greats Foundation Assists a Former Husker Football Player
The Nebraska Greats Foundation Assists a Former Husker Football Player The Nebraska Greats Foundation Assists a Former Husker Football Player The Nebraska Greats Foundation (501C-3 non profit) www.negreats.org which serves former letter winners from Nebraska’s 4-year colleges and universities who face medical and financial challenges, proudly announces a grant for former Husker football letter winner…
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The Nebraska Greats Foundation Supports a Former Husker Football Walk On
The Nebraska Greats Foundation Supports a Former Husker Football Walk On The Nebraska Greats Foundation, 501C-3 nonprofit (www.negreats.org) which aids current and former Nebraska athletes in need has provided a grant to Anthony Branch, a former Husker football walk on wingback. He currently resides in the Dallas metro area. Early this month, Branch received a…
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International Masters Swimmer and former Husker served by NGF
International Masters Swimmer and former Husker served by NGF The Nebraska Greats Foundation, 501C-3 nonprofit (www.negreats.org) which aids current and former Nebraska athletes in need has provided a grant to Keefe Lodwig, a former All Big 8 swimming champion from UNL. Lodwig, who starred at Omaha Benson High School in the 1960’s has been diagnosed…
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