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From the Editor

As my first and last semester as the Nebraska Blueprint editor, I would like to thank everyone that contributed to the creation of this issue. As I took over the reins from the very capable hands of Adam Holmberg, I knew we were entering a transitional period. With one of the smallest staffs, we were still able to accomplish a great deal. I know when I turn it all over to Kevin Mlnarik, it will be a time of great prosperity for the Blueprint. As the Blueprint grows over the next years, I envision a staff of dozens working out in the field and at the many computers in our new office (wherever that will be).

Right now our small, but skilled staff, could use your help to create this vision. If you are a student within the College of Engineering & Technology, or know someone who is, send us an e-mail! We want you to help. I know what you are going to ask: Does an engineer have to know how to write? If you can write an e-mail, you can write for this magazine and become part of our staff. If you cannot write an e-mail, we can show you how. Fortunately for you worry-warts, writing is not the only thing you can do for us. We would like students to be available to take pictures, work on layout, recruit new members, talk to possible advertisers, and distribute copies of the Blueprint. If you have always been interested in doing something like this, but do not feel that you have the adequate training, guidance is something that can easily be provided.

Sadly, I cannot continue working on the Blueprint staff. It has been a long time coming for my graduation, and I realize now that it was well worth the effort. I only wish that I could do in my job what I did at the Blueprint. Writing stories has always been such an enjoyable experience; I know I will miss doing it.

Thank you to everyone who has helped shaped my college career at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. I invite you to enjoy the Spring 2004 issue of the Nebraska Blueprint.




Thomas Cudd
Editor