Aksarben Foundation Announces 2025 Most Honored Citizen
The Aksarben Foundation is proud to name Joan Squires, President of Omaha Performing Arts (O-PA), as its 2025 Most Honored Citizen, recognizing her visionary leadership and lasting impact on Nebraska’s arts and culture. Inspired by Vincent Van Gogh’s words, “I am seeking, I am striving, I am in it with all my heart,” Squire’s heart […]
Aksarben Foundation Announces the 2025 Aksarben Ball Courts
The Aksarben Foundation proudly announces the members of the 2025 Aksarben Ball Courts: Princesses, Escorts, Standard Bearers, and Pages. These young leaders, representing families from across Nebraska, embody the civic pride, commitment, and legacy that define the Spirit of Aksarben. For 130 years, the Aksarben Ball has been a symbol of tradition and transformation. More […]
Investing in Nebraska’s Future: 2024–2025 Aksarben Scholars Outcomes
At the Aksarben Foundation, we believe Nebraska’s future is shaped by the talent we cultivate today. The 2024–2025 Aksarben Scholars outcomes tell a powerful story of strategic investment in education, workforce development, and opportunity for all Nebraskans. This year, 232 students across Nebraska received a total of $446,877.55 in scholarships to pursue their education at […]
Intern Today, Leader Tomorrow: The Long Game of Nebraska’s Workforce Growth
On her first day as an agricultural communications intern, Chloe Rogers walked into the Aksarben Foundation wearing black slacks, a pink short-sleeved sweater, and white Nike Air Force 1 shoes. The clothes fit loosely, since Rogers raided her mother’s closet. Her last employment with Flying Change Farm meant the 20-year-old had few options in office […]
Nebraska Tech Collaborative Welcomes Tracy Schaefer to Executive Committee
The Nebraska Tech Collaborative proudly welcomes Tracy Schaefer, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer of Conagra Brands, to our Executive Committee. Tracy brings a wealth of experience and visionary leadership that will strengthen our mission to grow Nebraska’s tech workforce and drive innovation across the state. As Conagra’s CIO, Tracy oversees Global Business Services, […]
Aksarben Announces the 2025 Court of Honor Inductees – Court of Honor to be Celebrated at the Aksarben Ball on Oct. 18, 2025
The Aksarben Foundation is proud to announce the 2025 Aksarben Court of Honor to celebrate individuals and families who have left a profound impact on the state of Nebraska through one of 10 categories that include: agriculture, arts, business and industry, community service, education, philanthropy, professions, public service, sports or service to youth. The Court […]
Nebraska Tech Collaborative Data Dashboard
The Nebraska Tech Collaborative (NTC), in partnership with the University of Nebraska Omaha’s Center for Public Affairs Research (UNO CPAR), proudly launched the Nebraska Tech Collaborative Data Dashboard, a powerful tool designed to support data-driven workforce development across Nebraska. This dynamic, interactive resource brings together insights on employment trends, education pathways, and regional talent needs. […]
Inside NTC: Spring 2025 Update
As we move full speed into 2025, the Nebraska Tech Collaborative is excited to share the momentum we’ve been building across the state. From launching innovative new programs to celebrating the success of our Nebraska Women in Tech Summit, there’s never been a more energizing time to be part of Nebraska’s growing tech ecosystem. Meet […]
Aksarben Foundation Hosts Inaugural Nebraska Women in Tech Summit, Celebrating Women’s Leadership in Technology
The Aksarben Foundation proudly hosted the first-ever Nebraska Women in Tech Summit, bringing together a dynamic and engaged audience from Nebraska’s technology sector. Held at Kiewit La Vista, the event served as a powerful platform to recognize, connect, and celebrate the women shaping the future of technology in the state. With a diverse lineup of […]
Aksarben Women’s Ball Committee Welcomes New Members and Launches Planning for the 130th Aksarben Ball
Pictured: Terry Kroeger, Caroyln Sutton, Chaley Chandler, Mike Cassling The Women’s Ball Committee (WBC) has started the new year with fresh energy, welcoming six new members to its team as planning begins for the 2025 Aksarben Ball. At the kick-off luncheon held on Thursday, January 9, at Happy Hollow Club, the committee introduced the newest […]
