'Profound opportunity' — NU's Gold looks back, forward in State of the University address

'Profound opportunity' ahead says NU's Gold

LINCOLN — The University of Nebraska continues to navigate a higher education landscape marked by financial difficulties, changing policies at both the state and federal level, as well as an evolution in the kind of students it serves.

NU president: Budget cuts ‘incredibly painful’ but ‘necessary’ for university survival

Dr. Jeffrey Gold, president of the University of Nebraska system, gives his first "State of the University" address in the Nebraska State Capitol. Sept. 4, 2025. (Photo by Zach Wendling/Nebraska Examiner)LINCOLN — University of Nebraska President Jeffrey Gold said Thursday that impending systemwide budget cuts of more than $40 million will be “incredibly painful” but “necessary” for NU’s survival. Dr. Gold, speaking at his inaugural “State of th…

University of Nebraska President Gold optimistic of NU’s future despite budget challenges

Around a year ago, University of Nebraska President Jeffrey Gold outlined his “Odyssey to Extraordinary” at the State Capitol.

In State of the University, President Gold says NU is well-positioned despite challenges

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — University of Nebraska President Jeffery Gold delivered his State of the University address on Thursday. Gold addressed students, faculty, and staff about the challenges and changes ahead. He discussed the impact from both the federal and state level when it comes to funding and policy changes. “For Nebraska to thrive in an increasing complex and competitive...

'Profound opportunity' — NU's Gold looks back, forward in State of the University address

Gold’s speech, delivered over the lunch hour to university leaders, state officeholders, and others in the Capitol Rotunda charted the university’s recent history and plotted a course forward.