Gold argues for more state money for university, despite Nebraska’s financial woes
Gold said the university returns more than $10 for every $1 in state support as it argues for funding to protect programs and emergency response work.
- On Thursday, University of Nebraska President Jeffrey Gold delivered the State of the University address, requesting the Nebraska Legislature approve $166 million more in funding for the next two-year budget cycle.
- The university's Board of Regents requested a 4.25% funding increase annually, setting up a likely clash with Gov. Jim Pillen, who asked state agencies to cut spending by 5%.
- Gold emphasized the institution's economic impact, noting the university produced more than 11,000 graduates this year and returns $10 to Nebraska's economy for every $1 invested.
- State Sen. Robert Clements questioned the feasibility of the increase, stating "I don't think 4.25% increases per year is going to be possible," citing necessary belt-tightening.
- Gold warned that additional budget cuts could limit the university's ability to serve as an economic engine for Nebraska, stating "breadth and depth of that is all going to be determined by the resources we have.
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University of Nebraska president touts university's role in the state as budget questions loom
University of Nebraska president Jeffrey Gold delivered his annual State of the University address Thursday, touting the system’s research and economic impact while acknowledging the financial uncertainty facing the state’s largest higher education institution. Speaking in the Nebraska Capitol rotunda, Gold ended his remarks with a call to action.
President of University of Nebraska system addresses important highlights that will impact Nebraska
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — President Dr. Jeffery Gold of the University of Nebraska system took the stand today to deliver the 2026 State of the University address. Gold highlighted achievements from the past year. Gold said they are emerging from recent challenges stronger with more than 11,000 graduates joined the workforce last year. In Kearney, Gold highlighted a $115 million...
Hastings Tribune
Gold argues for more state money for university, despite Nebraska’s financial woes
LINCOLN — University of Nebraska President Jeffrey Gold sought Thursday to make the case for NU’s request for more money in the state budget as the Nebraska Legislature braces to address the state’s financial woes in the upcoming legislative session.…
Omaha World-Herald
Lincoln Journal StarGold says NU system's fate linked with Nebraska's future, asks for support
President Jeff Gold issued a call to action for University of Nebraska alumni, students and others across the state to urge lawmakers to increase support for the university system.
Securing the future: President Gold celebrates university achievements and achievers
NU president Jeffrey Gold remarked on achievements across all four campuses during the State of the University Address at the Nebraska State Capitol building at noon on Thursday, Sept. 3.
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