LINCOLN, NEBRASKA (September 10, 2026) — A record 830 University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have been selected to join the University Honors Program this fall — a 12% increase from the previous record class in 2025.
To be admitted to the Honors Program, students must demonstrate a record of academic excellence, outstanding leadership, involvement in prior activities, and significant contributions to their community.
"These students have shown the potential to achieve at a high level, both academically and in the broader community," said Tamy Burnett, director of operations for the Honors Program.
"We welcome this incredible group of students as they begin their Honors journey, and we are excited to see where their future takes them."
Following is a list of new Honors Program students from the area, listed alphabetically by hometown, with their college(s).
Bettendorf: Hannah Highberger, College of Business
Bettendorf: Roman Saddler, Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts
For the full list of new Honors Program students, visit go.unl.edu/n3iq.
