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Chris Nguyen hands-on experience
Chris Nguyen gained hands-on experience in the field and has seen the impact he can have through architecture.
Ramirez Tercero turns his college aspirations into a reality
Glow Big Red and NCPA help Ramirez Tercero overcome challenges to pursue a degree in healthcare at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.
NCPA scholars get internship insight from Hudl
Nebraska College Preparatory Academy scholars got a behind-the-scenes look at internship opportunities with Hudl on October 13.
James Kvaal, the U.S. undersecretary of education, discusses higher education at Nebraska
Navigating higher education came into focus as nearly 30 University of Nebraska–Lincoln students participated in an open discussion with James Kvaal, the U.S. undersecretary of education.
NCPA camps bring college into focus for budding scholars
All members of the Nebraska College Preparatory Academy attend specialized summer camps—each session is designed to introduce them to college life at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.
Alumnus commits $1.6M estate gift to make college possible for more students
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln has announced a $1.6 million estate gift from alumnus and retired insurance executive Bruce E. Mackey to support students through scholarships and academic programs.
Grand Island Senior High seniors graduate from Nebraska College Preparatory Academy
A program Wednesday night honored 19 Grand Island High School seniors who are on their way to having their college educations paid for, most of them at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.
NCPA helped Javier-Paxtle soar as first-gen student
Abby Javier-Paxtle is a human development and family science and Spanish major with minors in sociology and women’s and gender studies. As a first-generation college student, she’s serving as a role model for her family and fellow Huskers on campus.
Nebraska Chancellor presents 50 OPS students with admission to university
One by one, the Omaha North High School students walked across the stage and were handed a shiny bright red envelope from former University of Nebraska–Lincoln Chancellor Ronnie Green.
Nebraska and family help Dominguez realize collegiate dreams
There were days when college didn’t seem possible for Carolina Saquiche Dominguez. But, through support from family and University of Nebraska–Lincoln programs, Dominguez is realizing her college dream.
To Guide First-Generation Students, Nebraska Reaches Into High Schools
As an eighth grader in Grand Island, Neb., Abel Covarrubias dreamed of attending the University of Nebraska’s flagship campus in Lincoln. It was only about 100 miles away, but he had no sense of how to get there.
Local View: Despite scandal, college admissions system isn't rigged
The latest news reports show wealthy and famous parents walking into courthouses to face fraud charges related to their efforts to get their children admitted into elite colleges.
One heart, two homes: Never leaving her Honduran roots behind
Hayda Rapalo immigrated to the U.S. to work and save money for her older four children in Honduras after she separated from their father. Rapalo left her four children with her sister in Honduras.
Grand Island Senior High students explore Chicago, careers as part of annual Nebraska College Preparatory Academy trip
Grand Island Senior High students who plan to attend the University of Nebraska–Lincoln were able to learn more about careers and explore Chicago during a recent trip.
Nebraska College Preparatory Academy partners with Omaha's Metro Community College
The Nebraska College Preparatory Academy expanded its influence to include not only the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, but also Metropolitan Community College in Omaha.
Nebraska College Preparatory Academy expands
Nebraska College Preparatory Academy helps talented, low-income, first-generation high school students. The academy is already offered at Omaha North and Grand Island Senior High, but now will be at Omaha South and Winnebago School.
Epilogue: Nebraska program grows since 2006 beginning
In 2006, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln started a program for certain high school students to prepare for college. If they met strict academic guidelines, the students would receive full scholarships to Nebraska. The program began with a few staff members and a goal: allow students who otherwise might not attend college to pursue their goals of attaining degrees.
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