Living History

A real "Rosie the Riveter" recalls her home-front effort during WWII.

Little Schoolhouse on the Prairie

Fifth-graders take a step back in time in a one-room schoolhouse.

That's the Spirit

When it comes to "man caves," Steve Strong has pretty much everyone beat.

A Witness to History

Kentucky railroader Steve Hunter was a part of history. He just didn't know it until years later.

Developing efficient communication tools for children

A Husker researcher is leading a project to reimagine brain-computer interface communication for children with severe disabilities who struggle to use existing assistive devices.

Close to his heart

A lifelong fascination with locomotives and the railroad leads to a lasting friendship.

Whiteout

Just an afternoon hike up Mount Whitney with some friends. What could possibly go wrong?

Husker-led project aims to reduce rural childhood obesity

A Husker researcher is leading a first-of-its-kind project to help rural children establish healthy eating habits that lay the foundation for lifelong wellness.

Study targets effects of substance misuse on hearing, balance

Researcher explores the implications of substance use disorders on hearing and balance, and the factors that increase such risk.

Enhancing communication for kids with severe speech, physical challenges

Imagine being locked inside your own body, isolated and struggling to meaningfully connect and communicate with those around you.

Nebraska project helps better prepare teachers for modern classrooms

Helping pre-service middle school educators broaden their practical experiences.

Grand Challenges project aims to strengthen early childhood workforce

A large-scale program aims to leverage the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s strengths in early childhood education to create an integrated, educational development approach.

Partnership diversifies, strengthens early childhood workforce

A collaborative, statewide initiative is under way to create an accessible, inclusive and sustainable system for preparing diverse early childhood professionals.

‘Homegrown’ program addresses need for rural mental health professionals

The Prairie Nebraska project is addressing the state’s shortage of mental health professionals using a “grow-your-own” program.

Catalano eyes art to promote civil discourse

Exploring how arts-based projects can promote civil discourse among pre-service teachers and prepare them to create effective, inclusive classroom environments.

Researchers, teachers, artists envision the future of emerging media

Given the speed at which technology changes and evolves, one can only imagine what media will look like in five years — and beyond.

Husker's equine therapy research helps children cope with ADHD

Exploring the effects of equine-assisted activitieso n children diagnosed with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.

Study bites into immigrant oral health

Something to chew on— despite oral disease being mostly preventable, it remains one of the world’s most common illnesses.

Project enhances STEM access, understanding

As technology evolves into fifth-generation and beyond, researchers are working to ensure residents not only have access to such technology, but are able to maximize it.

Researchers examine outdoor effects on children with autism

Researches are examining the restorative potential of natural environments for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.

Researchers factoring in how children learn math

University of Nebraska-Lincoln researcher Carrie Clark wants to know what happens in the brain as they learn to solve the problem.

Research provides insights into child temperament

INSIGHTS teaches children how to interact with others, and helps parents and teachers craft strategies that match a child’s temperament.

Researcher battles adolescent bullying, peer threat

Identifying — and combatting — factors contributing to peer threat.

Nebraska's Big, Bad Brothers

Nebraska All-Americans Christian and Jason Peter aim high for final season together.