Nebraska NEXT: Collegiate Talent Forum
November 14, 2025 | 2:00-4:00 PM | Lincoln, Nebraska
Launch Your Career. Lead in Nebraska.
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Join us for Nebraska NEXT: Collegiate Talent Forum — an event to connect top collegiate talent with Nebraska’s thriving professional landscape. Hear from recent grads who’ve built successful careers in-state, discover standout employers during our "reverse pitch" session, and make valuable connections over casual networking and refreshments. Whether you grew up here or chose to move here, this event will show you why Nebraska is the place to launch your career and make an impact.
As a bonus, all attendees will be entered to win exclusive tailgate and football tickets to the Nebraska vs. Iowa Hawkeyes game on November 28th!
This event is open to all Nebraska college students — no matter your major or where you attend school.
Attire is casual - come as you are.
Location: Event will be held at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Willa Cather Dining Center, Red Cloud Room A, 530 N 17th St., Lincoln, NE 68588.
Parking: Metered street parking or 17th & R Street Garage is available for off-campus guests. More details can be found here.
Nebraska NEXT: Collegiate Talent Forum Registration
Featured Schedule
2:00 PM - 2:10 PM
Welcome & Vision to Stay in Nebraska
Brief introduction into the event and its purpose.
2:10 PM - 2:40 PM
Alumni Panels
Hear from both in-state and out-of-state grads who built their careers in Nebraska.
2:40 PM - 3:10 PM
Employer Reverse Pitch
Top employers pitch why you should work for them.
3:10 PM - 3:40 PM
Networking Reception
Make real connections with employers & community members. Hors d'oeuvres, snacks and drinks provided.
3:40 PM - 4:00 PM
Closing Remarks | Ticket Drawing
Event wrap up, including a drawing for limited football tickets to Nov. 28th Huskers vs. Hawkeyes game & tailgate experience.
The Nebraska NEXT Collegiate Talent Forum is an event that connects top collegiate talent with Nebraska's thriving professional landscape. Hear from recent grads who've built successful careers in-state, discover standout employers during our "reverse pitch" session, and make valuable connections over casual networking and refreshments. Whether you grew up in Nebraska or just got here, this event will show you why Nebraska is the place to launch your career and make an impact.
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