search articles:     from the issue of August 21, 2008         First Strategic Discussions magazine examines immigration in Nebraska Immigration issues in Nebraska are varied and complex, but many Nebraskans are receiving incorrect information on the topic from myths disseminated through talk shows and the Internet, according to information published in Strategic Discussions for Nebraska's first magazine, "Immigration in Nebraska." A project in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications, Strategic Discussions for Nebraska, provides opportunities for Nebraskans to talk to each other about national issues relevant to the state and its residents. The privately funded project began in 2007. For more information, go to www.unl.edu/sdn. Mary Grabacz coordinated the project. Strategic Discussions for Nebraska found that Nebraska's economy relies on immigration; in fact, some parts of the state are actively recruiting workers from other countries because there just aren't enough people to fill the jobs. Two Nebraska businesses that rely on immigrant workers are agriculture and construction. The magazine reports that employers of immigrant workers indicate their businesses would suffer greatly - to the point of shutting down - if it weren't for this work force, having a negative impact on a large portion of Nebraska's economy. For a copy of "Immigration in Nebraska," contact Garbacz at mgarbacz2@unl.edu or 472-3075. GO TO: ISSUE OF AUGUST 21 NEWS HEADLINES FOR AUGUST 21 Research funding a record $105.7M Borneo trip melds biology, math research Faculty help focus colloquium Parking lots to shift after move-in 19 Huskers involved in Beijing Olympics Chancellor Perlman issues welcome, prepares for epic table tennis match College Prep Academy partners with Omaha North First Strategic Discussions magazine examines immigration in Nebraska Gergin to open Thompson series with Sept. 18 lecture University shows progress in female, minority hires UNL technology, food featured at state fair Web-based study 733275S38343X