"When we factor in the cutting-edge research we conduct to improve lives around the world, the outreach we perform in every corner of the state, and the transformational education we provide to 52,000 students every year, it’s clear that the state of Nebraska cannot prosper without its public university.”

“A 9-to-1 return on investment is an impressive result for Nebraska taxpayers. From my chair, the University of Nebraska has been a responsible and forward-thinking steward of its resources. These findings demonstrate that the University of Nebraska has been able to turn Nebraskans’ investment into impact that extends to every corner of the state – rural and urban alike, from my district in Western Nebraska all the way east.”

“The takeaway from this report couldn’t be any more clear: Investment in higher education pays off big-time for the State of Nebraska. Not only does the University of Nebraska turn every dollar it receives into growth for the state, but it transforms the lives of our next generation of leaders in so many ways that we can’t fully quantify.”

“When it comes to our state’s most important industry, agriculture, the University of Nebraska is an invaluable partner. The university provides innovative research to support our farmers and ranchers, educates the agricultural workforce of the future, and serves families in every county through Extension and outreach. We are fortunate to have a partner whose investment in agriculture is helping grow our state.”

"Workforce is our generational challenge. We all need to work together to bring solutions, but no single entity in the state brings the scale and scope of the University of Nebraska. We know intuitively, and this report confirms, that a strong and growing university is vital to building the workforce Nebraska needs to stay competitive."