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When you become an NU Advocate, you join a circle of like-minded, passionate people who want to preserve the University’s impact on Nebraska. As an NU Advocate, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and resources you need to help make a difference. Will you join us in supporting a strong future for Nebraska?

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Here’s the Situation

Help Grow A Strong Future, Invest in the University

The Nebraska Legislature is currently in recess, with lawmakers spending time in their home districts and working on interim study resolutions.

In early January, the Nebraska Legislature will convene for the 108th Legislature, 2nd Session for 60 working days to address key issues facing the state.

The University of Nebraska System continues to work every single day across all 93 counties to help our state recover from the pandemic and grow stronger for the future. 

We have the unique opportunity to demonstrate to the Legislature that Nebraskans believe in our university's ability to address major challenges facing our state and grow our workforce for the future.

From workforce development to global health security to modernizing academic research equipment, the University of Nebraska System will need your help in the telling the story of why legislators should invest in public higher education. 

Legislation to Watch

The 108th Legislature, 1st Session adjourned sine die on June 1, 2023. During the interim, lawmakers and committees will conduct research on key issues, compile studies and reports, and hold hearings on “interim studies resolutions” that were introduced during the session.

The University of Nebraska System’s world-renowned faculty and researchers are often requested to assist lawmakers during their work over the interim. The NU System also monitors many interim studies each year that could impact college affordability, campus operations, research, economic development and our academic programs.

The studies to the right are a few of the studies the NU System is watching.

LR 153

A study that will examine the financial impact of state-mandated tuition and fee waivers on higher education institutions, including the University of Nebraska.

Full Details: LR 153

LR 169 & LR 182

Studies to examine the financial sustainability of the Nebraska Health Care Cash fund, which all four of our NU System campuses rely on for critical research funding.

Full Details: LR 169

Full Details: LR 182

LR 208

A study that will examine the current funding model of Nebraska’s Mesonet system. A collaboration between the Department of Natural Resources, and the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at UNO, this system provides statewide weather monitoring and data collections system that our agricultural producers rely on for important production decisions.

Full Details: LR 208

NU Advocates Action Center

As a NU Advocate, we want to equip you with the knowledge and resources you need to help make a difference. And our Advocates Action Center has all the tools you need.

Become an NU Advocate

Make your voice heard in support of the University of Nebraska. Join the movement by entering your details below, and you’ll receive an “I Love NU” window cling just for signing up. We’ll use this information to keep you updated about future events and important NU Advocates news.

You can also make an impact by voting. Not registered to vote? Learn how here.

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What Advocates Do

When you become an NU Advocate, you amplify the conversation about investing in the University of Nebraska.
Here’s what you can expect when you join the effort, and how you can make the most of your actions.

Find the handles of your state senators and tag them on posts that talk about how the University of Nebraska has impacted you. Share positive NU news in your feed to help spread the word. Be sure to use our hashtag: #NUforNE.

Get Loud on Social Media

Get Loud on Social Media

Find the handles of your state senators and tag them on posts that talk about how the University of Nebraska has impacted you. Share positive NU news in your feed to help spread the word. Be sure to use our hashtag: #NUforNE.

Look for emails about events like our “I Love NU” Advocacy Day at the State Capitol. Or, attend bill hearings at the Rotunda to get more informed. When NU Advocates show up at the State Capitol, it sends a powerful message to legislators.

Attend Events

Attend Events

Look for emails about events like our “I Love NU” Advocacy Day at the State Capitol. Or, attend bill hearings at the Rotunda to get more informed. When NU Advocates show up at the State Capitol, it sends a powerful message to legislators.

Emails and phone calls are effective ways to reach state senators. If you're not able to speak directly with a senator, talk to a staff member or leave a message. Include your name and number and share why the University is important to you.

Call or Send an Email

Call or Send an Email

Emails and phone calls are effective ways to reach state senators. If you're not able to speak directly with a senator, talk to a staff member or leave a message. Include your name and number and share why the University is important to you.

All new NU Advocates will receive a welcome packet with a window cling to help share your University pride. Use the cling on your car to show your support of the University of Nebraska.

Show University Pride

Show University Pride

All new NU Advocates will receive a welcome packet with a window cling to help share your University pride. Use the cling on your car to show your support of the University of Nebraska.

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