Eric Wilkening

Eric Wilkening
Agricultural Engineering

Tell us more about your plans:
Having worked as an undergraduate research assistant and teaching assistant in the Department of Biological Systems Engineering for nearly three years, Eric is excited to have the opportunity to continue working in UNL's BSE department as a graduate research assistant. This project will focus mainly around irrigated cropping systems and the implementation of remote sensing and modeling to better schedule irrigation events at peak crop water demands.

Who/What has inspired you during your college career?
Eric has been inspired throughout his time as an undergraduate student by the fantastic faculty and staff in the Department of Biological Systems Engineering. Particularly, Dr. Derek Heeren and Alan Boldt who Eric worked closely alongside in his roles as an Undergraduate Research Assistant and Undergraduate Teaching Assistant. These two individuals in the department help inspire, bring new ideas, and push the boundaries of what's possible with engineering in every interaction.

The best thing about being a Husker is...
The best thing about being a Husker is how many exciting new opportunities are presented to you on a daily basis