EXPERIENCE THE WORLD
SERVICE TO A MUCH LARGER COMMUNITY
The Nebraska Life Skills program continued to expand its reach in 2015 by offering student-athletes a chance
to impact other parts of the world. The annual service trip abroad program began with a trip to Guatemala in
May of 2015, enabling nearly 20 current and former Huskers to positively influence the lives of youngsters in
another country.
NEBRASKA LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM
Widely regarded as the premier and most
comprehensive Life Skills program in college
athletics, the Husker program is committed to
providing proactive education, resources and
support throughout college and beyond, promoting
total person development and preparation for
life after sports. Five full-time staff members and
one graduate assistant coordinate a wide array of
services benefiting Husker student-athletes.
PROACTIVE EDUCATION
The Life Skills team organizes orientations
designed to acclimate student-athletes to college
life. All new student-athletes also attend the fall
semester Husker Life Seminar. The interactive class
promotes responsible decision-making, personal
brand, financial literacy, leadership, involvement and
service.
INDIVIDUAL MEETINGS
Every Nebraska student-athlete is assigned a Life Skills
Coordinator who will arrange multiple individual meetings
throughout the academic year aimed at enhancing
personal and career development. The meetings
help each student-athlete identify a career focus and
implement a plan to increase career marketability.
CAREER COMMITMENT ORKING
Annually, Nebraska Life Skills organizes a StudentAthlete Career Fair, Networking Night (pictured
bottom right) and other career events aimed at
connecting Huskers with companies desiring
competitive, hard-working, accountable candidates.
Athlete Network and Husker Hire Link provide
opportunities to explore career opportunities across
the country.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Nebraska student-athletes readily accept the rolemodel challenge collectively giving more than 6,500
hours annually to impact thousands, both young and
old alike, throughout the entire state of Nebraska.
Outreach events include but are not limited to
hospital visits, mentoring, school assemblies,
statewide rallies, Make-A-Wish, NFL Play 60 and
Husker Heroes.
LEADERSHIP
Nebraska Life Skills provides student-athletes
with endless op