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Extreme-life fungus could inspire next-gen protective materials

U.S. Army, Air Force grants expand research on black fungi and microbial communities

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Biological Systems Engineering

Biomedical Engineering Society earns national award

Summer 2026

Nebraska’s Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) has received national recognition with the Up and Coming New Student Chapter Award, chosen among 115+ student chapters worldwide. The award honors the outstanding work the chapter accomplished this past year, from forging research and industry connections to offering career guidance for youth interested in the biomedical field.

Group of students posing together, with text highlighting a nationally recognized student chapter.

Mechanical & Materials Engineering

From Classroom to Competition

Summer 2026

The Nebraska Racing Figure 8 Team  gives students the opportunity to develop technical and professional skills through hands‑on experience in vehicle design, fabrication, and competition. With early involvement and structured training, members quickly apply their learning in real-world settings — leading up to participation in the team’s first race of the season on July 10.

Mechanic welding a race car in a workshop, surrounded by tools and equipment.

College of Engineering

Engineering Ambassadors Network and K-12 students

Summer 2026

The Engineering Ambassadors Network is part of a national professional development initiative that combines leadership training with a strong outreach mission. Our Engineering Ambassadors are undergraduate students who deliver presentations on real-world engineering topics and lead engaging hands-on activities that connect classroom learning to engineering practice. Find out how they can visit your classroom or work with your students.

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KiewitScholars

The Prairie Initiative: Pioneering AI for Engineering

Building AI literacy, capability, and community across Nebraska Engineering. Prairie connects students, faculty, staff, and industry partners to shape responsible AI integration in education and research.

Mark Stone, a Professor in Biological Systems Engineering, speaks at the Prairie Initiative Launch. The Prairie Initiative Launch Event was held in the Red Cloud Suite at the Willa S. Cather Dining Complex.

Dean's List

Dean’s List students must have a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher for 12 or more graded hours. Includes students on City Campus, East Campus and Scott Campus.

Dean’s List, Spring 2026, white text on red textured background.

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