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As a young girl in Mount Prospect, Illinois, Sarah Hindmand sported Husker shirts and told everyone who would listen she planned to go to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. This May 18 on her 22nd birthday, she will receive her degrees in actuarial science and finance at Memorial Stadium ready to start her career at WoodmenLife as an actuarial analyst in Nebraska. » Full Article

A marketing major from La Vista, Nebraska, senior Ann Vu has spent her college career diving into campus involvements and dreaming big about her future. As she prepares to graduate this month, Ann is excited about the legacy she leaves at Dear Old Nebraska U and beyond. » Full Article

Fifty-five University of Nebraska–Lincoln students earned their undergraduate certificates of sales excellence and were honored at a luncheon hosted by the Center for Sales Excellence on May 3. The students successfully completed 15 credit hours of sales coursework that sharpened skills helpful to any career path. » Full Article

Learn more about recent honors, appointments and publications at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business in this month's achievements column. The achievements of faculty, staff and students are grouped within the college’s three mission-focused goals of research + discovery, learning + transformation and connection + engagement. » Full Article

Donna Dudney, associate professor of finance, founding director of the Nebraska Business Honors Academy and former assistant and associate dean, retires from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln in May, marking a 27-year career. Her accomplishments range from more than 20 publications, multiple teaching and service awards and establishing many distinctive programs at College of Business. » Full Article

Students in the Philanthropy and Leadership (MNGT 411) course at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business discover how nonprofits empower communities and philanthropy can foster positive change. Their hands-on project called Strive to Thrive Lincoln culminated in two local nonprofits — Camp Kesem and Mourning Hope Grief Center — receiving a total of $10,000 in grants in May. » Full Article