Chancellor's Messages

Chancellor's Messages

Dr. Rodney D. Bennett
Chancellor

A Message from the Chancellor

UNL Community,

During the course of this year, university leadership has spoken openly about the financial challenges impacting higher education and the headwinds facing our institution.

A Message from the Chancellor

Colleagues,

I write to you today to share news regarding a transition in our senior leadership team.

Bob Wilhelm has elected to step down as our vice chancellor for research and economic development. In 2024, Bob will assume a faculty position and continue his research and teaching in engineering, policy and innovation.

Sherri Jones has agreed to serve as our interim vice chancellor, effective today. Sherri has been an exceptional academic leader for our university, having served in the College of Education and Human Sciences for nearly 12 years.

Join me at the 2023 Celebration of Service

Faculty and Staff Colleagues:

Your role in the success of our students, university and state is immeasurable, and I am truly honored to work alongside such an exceptional group of colleagues.

A Message from the Chancellor

I am honored to welcome you to the fall semester and our first academic year together at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

A Message from the Chancellor

My fellow Huskers, welcome to the 2023 fall semester and our first academic year together!

Volunteers at Heart of Commencement Success

Colleagues,

It is with immense joy and gratitude that I write to you today to acknowledge the success of our summer commencement ceremony.

Budget Work Remains a Priority

These first few weeks on campus as chancellor have been invigorating. I am learning more about the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s culture and I am excited to be a part of our deep commitment to student success, research excellence and engagement across the Cornhusker State and beyond.

Volleyball Day in Nebraska Plans Take Shape

As preparations continue, I want to share with you a little of what to expect leading up to Volleyball Day in Nebraska on Aug. 30.

Hello, Husker Family

It is truly an honor and a privilege to have assumed duties as the 21st chancellor of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln on July 1.