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NSF CAREER AWARD

Developing software to expand ultrasound's role in medicine

Nama’s work merges two mature fields: complex fluids and acoustics.

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College of Engineering

Record-setting year for Nebraska Engineering

Fall 2026

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Engineering is entering a pivotal new chapter, propelled by record-setting achievements that signal growing impact across the state and region– the largest graduating class in its history and an all-time high of student enrollment, with significant growth in undergraduate enrollment over the past four years.

Fall 2026 Enrollment

  • Total: 4,594 students

  • 3,990 undergraduate students - nearly a 2% increase from Fall 2025; 21.5% increase from Fall 2022

  • First-time freshmen headcount is up 4.9% compared to Fall 2025

  • 604 graduate students

  • Largest major: Mechanical Engineering (986 students)


 

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School of Computing

500 drones. 5 operators.

Fall 2026

In a recent episode of Mission Critical, Ryan Robertson talks with Brittany Duncan of the School of Computing's NIMBUS Drone Lab about the difference between unmanned vehicles, autonomous vehicles, and true drone swarms. Duncan explains why drone light shows aren’t true swarms, and retired Air Force Col. George Dougherty discusses the spectrum from remote control to autonomy and why the hardest part for autonomous systems may be dealing with things they’ve never seen before.

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Civil & Environmental Engineering

Alum Keeps Nebraska Bridges Safe

Summer 2026

Nebraska Engineering alum and bridge engineer Angelica Solomon is responsible for making sure the Decatur Bridge, as well as almost 90 others across the state, remain safe for Nebraska families. Whether she’s collaborating with colleagues or inspecting a structure on site, she’s building on a foundation she solidified as a Husker.

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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.

2026 Engineering Tailgate

The annual Nebraska Engineering Tailgate for alumni and friends of the college is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2026, in Kiewit Hall before the Nebraska vs. Maryland football game. The tailgate will begin at 12 p.m., prior to the 3 p.m. kickoff. There will be giveaways, delicious food, a photo booth and lots of great conversation.

2026 Tailgate Info
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