August 11, 2026

Three students to graduate from University Honors Program

The Love Library South garden on a partly cloudy day.
Kristen Labadie | University Communication and Marketing

Kristen Labadie | University Communication and Marketing

Three graduating seniors have completed the requirements of the University Honors Program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

To graduate from the Honors Program, students must maintain at least a 3.5 grade-point average and fulfill specific curricular requirements. Students who choose to also complete a culminating Honors senior project are eligible for High University Honors or Highest University Honors.

“Our graduates have shown strong problem-solving skills, exceptional resilience in the face of adversity and commitment to serving their community,” said Tyler White, faculty director of the Honors Program. “We know they will go on to do great things and are so excited for them.”            

Following is a list of August Honors Program graduates by hometown, including each student’s academic college and level of Honors achieved.

Nebraska

Clearwater:

  • Jacob Behnk, College of Arts and Sciences, Highest University Honors

Gretna:

  • Connor Miskimins, College of Arts and Sciences, University Honors

Elsewhere in the U.S.

Alton, Illinois:

  • Isabelle Droste, College of Arts and Sciences, University Honors

News Release Contact(s)

Assistant Director, University Honors Program
News Coordinator, University Communication and Marketing

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The Love Library South garden on a partly cloudy day.