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Meet the Orientation Leaders

Matt Artz
Wallace, NE
Advertising

Matt relishes the opportunity to engage coursework to the fullest as he did when studying insect behavior in the dynamic class, Entomology 108.

Scott Barker
Omaha, NE
Biological Systems Engineering

As a Biological Systems Engineer, Scott gets involved in engineering organizations and advises students to "over-prepare for every test."

Jordan Black
Custer, SD
Secondary Education

Drawing from his experiences on and off campus, Jordan advises new students to remember, "There's a whole world beyond those desks."

Brandon Bryant
Omaha, NE
Advertising

After completing assignments and projects for his advertising classes, Brandon likes to grab a bite at D'Leons restaurant: "It's open 24/7!"

Megan Collins
Omaha, NE
Business Administration/Pre-Law

After morning fitness classes at the Campus Recreational Center, Megan goes the extra mile in her leadership in the Big Event and Government Liaison Committee.

Riley Courtright
Los Alamos, NM
Broadcasting

With a zeal for athletics, Riley participates in Water Polo and coaches YMCA Youth Soccer in the Lincoln community.

Amanda Crook
Nebraska City, NE
Political Science

By participating in Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experience (UCARE) in the Political Science department, Amanda prepares for professional and law school.

Michael Doty
Papillion, NE
Political Science

Drawing from his college experiences, Mike advises students, "Go to class, get to know your professors, and find the balance that's right for you."

Christopher Fripp
Frisco, TX
Business Administration

After adjusting to college life, Chris offers the following advice: "Don't think of your goals as dreams, but assignments worth 95% of your grade."

Lauren Garcia
College Station, TX
Advertising

Lauren balances her life by finding time for meditation and Bible Study as well as time with friends at restaurants like her favorite, the Oven.

Heidi Gengenbach
Blair, NE
Biological Systems Engineering

In addition to participating in Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experience (UCARE) projects in the engineering department, Heidi likes to spice things up with unconventional classes like Scuba Diving.

Stefanie Graff
Omaha, NE
Agribusiness

As a leader in Husker Choices and her sorority, Stefanie encourages fellow students to lead healthy lifestyles and maximize the college experience.

Emily Greene
Imperial, NE
Accounting

To offset the hard work of her college schedule, Emily takes breaks to participate in Bible study or eats at Bison Witches in Downtown Lincoln.

Hannah Hassler
Syracuse, NE
Textiles, Clothing and Design

Hannah uses the skills acquired from her Fashion Merchandising major to organize and promote fundraisers as philanthropy chair of her sorority.

Bret Herndon
Gothenburg, NE
Agribusiness

Bret unwinds after Agribusiness classes by taking frequent trips to the Campus Recreation Center to run, swim, lift, and play racquet ball.

Natalie Lynch
Omaha, NE
Nutrition

After working hard in her favorite class, Calculus II, Natalie relaxes by dancing, going to the Campus Recreation Center, and listening to music.

Jennifer Meister
Kearney, NE
Architecture

As president of her Residence Hall Government, Jennie is highly involved with her community and encourages new students to do the same: "It will open many doors in the future."

Sammi Mosier
Woodland Park, CO
Business Administration/Music

From UNL Opera and Chamber Singers Choir to her sorority's song chair, Sammi incorporates her passion for music into the college experience.

Jessica Murphy
Stuart, NE
Psychology

Jessica loves eating off-campus at Granite City, but reminds new students to monitor their spending: "Don't forget you have to pay your N-Card bill after every month."

Reid Nakamura
Aiea, HI
Management

"Have no fear!" Reid, the OL from Hawaii, advises, "Seek comfort but also challenges, because you only get what you give."

Daniel Nguyen
Lincoln, NE
Ethnic Studies

Instead of inactivity on the weekends to balance his chemistry courses, Dan opts for the excitement of DJ-ing at local dances and events.

Scott O'Neal
Omaha, NE
Actuarial Science

Scott engages material and socializes with peers in study groups, which was how he prepared for his favorite Actuarial Science class.

Amy Paul
West Des Moines, IA
Middle Grades Education

In addition to fulfilling requirements for a major, Amy advises students to "Join a club or try an activity you don't know much about, take a class just for fun!"

Matthew Pederson
North Platte, NE
Political Science and History

Matt applies his skills and passion for the law as a Legislative Page and a volunteer on the University Regent Campaign.

Jason Plouzek
Firth, NE
General Studies

"College is like a choose-your-own-adventure story," Jason observes. "Great decisions you make throughout will lead to a great conclusion."

Nathan Skaggs
Cairo, NE
Marketing

Nathan is all business when it comes to involvement as a member of the College of Business Administration advisory board and Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity.