The Foundry Community

10/14/2026

We're still feeling so blessed thanks to the amazing turnout and discussions from our third annual Nebraska Trailblazers Breakfast!

It was such a great morning spent exploring Brain Science thanks to keynote speaker Dr. Kylie Ensrud of Humanized HR--whose expertise certainly instilled in us all a Trailblazing attitude!

An extra thanks to our core sponsors Union Bank & Trust and Ameritas for making this event possible, and an extra, extra thanks to our student table hosts and planning mastermind, Haley Walts!

Nebraska Honors

09/25/2026

Omaha Comedy Fest is back!

A fiscally sponsored project of the Foundry, Omaha Comedy Fest is back for its 13th year of spreading joy and laughter, supporting small local venues and comedians, and bringing a few big names to share their new material.

Check out a variety of workshops and shows, ranging from improv to stand-up, September 24-27 at venues including The Backline, Cumbia, Block 16, and many others!

Get your laugh on while supporting local comedians and this incredible festival, all made possible by a dedicated group of volunteers.

Save your spot and get your tickets today at www.omahacomedyfest.com/tickets!

09/23/2026

The 2027 Intern Foundry application is now open to students!

Why Intern Foundry?

Explore your interests, practice public speaking, and engage with professionals across fields.

Work 8 hours per week with purpose-driven organizations doing meaningful community work.

Earn $16/hour and fulfill UNL Honors Program's 99H requirement!

The Priority Application Deadline is Monday, October 12!

Apply at thefoundry.co!

Email [email protected] or [email protected] with questions.

09/15/2026

Thanks to the Development Council for Buffalo County, we're bringing Nebraska Trailblazers to Kearney just days after our beautiful Trailblazers Breakfast that made meaningful connections here in Lincoln!

Like last Friday's Trailblazers Breakfast this event will create meaningful connections between students and business leaders in Central Nebraska, exploring how understanding "Positive Psychological Capital" can transform careers and organizations while addressing our state's pressing brain drain challenge. Keynote Dr. Kyle Luthans will discuss ways to bring out and develop the “HERO” within.

Learn more and register at thefoundry.co!

This event is made possible by federal award number SLFRP1965 awarded to the University of Nebraska, as a subawardee, of the funs awarded to the State of Nebraska Department of Economic Development from the U.S. Department of Treasury.

UNK Honors Program

09/11/2026

Thanks to Baldwin Filters, we're bringing the success of our Nebraska Trailblazers to Kearney!

Like our Trailblazers Breakfast event we just wrapped up in Lincoln, Central Nebraska Trailblazers will create meaningful connections between students and business leaders in Central Nebraska, exploring how understanding "Positive Psychological Capital" can transform careers and organizations while addressing our state's pressing brain drain challenge. Keynote Dr. Kyle Luthans will discuss ways to bring out and develop the “HERO” within.

Learn more and register at thefoundry.co!

This event is made possible by federal award number SLFRP1965 awarded to the University of Nebraska, as a subawardee, of the funs awarded to the State of Nebraska Department of Economic Development from the U.S. Department of Treasury.

UNK Honors Program

09/11/2026

It’s happening!!!!!!

The Nebraska Trailblazers Breakfast, hosted by The Foundry, is happening on Friday, September 11 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Delray Ballroom in Lincoln.

09/04/2026

"The Trailblazers Breakfast was an incredible event to attend as a student. It helped me expand my network and connect me with professionals in my career field who helped me secure multiple job offers before my final semester!" - Drake Hermanson, Software Engineer Major

That's the power of the Nebraska Trailblazers Breakfast!

Students, you never know who you will sit next to and if they might be willing to support you as you find internships and/or even job offers.

Professionals, this is a great place to meet the coming generation's most talented.

Don't forget to get your ticket to the 3rd annual Nebraska Trailblazers Breakfast next Friday, September 11!

Visit thefoundry.co to learn more and register.

Nebraska Honors

09/02/2026

Thanks to FNBO, we're bringing our beloved Nebraska Trailblazers to Kearney!

Like its sister event in Lincoln, Central Nebraska Trailblazers will create meaningful connections between students and business leaders in Central Nebraska, exploring how understanding "Positive Psychological Capital" can transform careers and organizations while addressing our state's pressing brain drain challenge. Keynote Dr. Kyle Luthans will discuss ways to bring out and develop the “HERO” within.

Learn more and register at thefoundry.co!

This event is made possible by federal award number SLFRP1965 awarded to the University of Nebraska, as a subawardee, of the funs awarded to the State of Nebraska Department of Economic Development from the U.S. Department of Treasury.

UNK Honors Program

09/01/2026

We're still riding the high from last week's Healing Nebraska: Talent Meets Need event!

Healing Nebraska highlighted the impactful work of our Healthy Nebraska Intern Foundry Cohort and their host organizations and explored the depth of the field of behavioral health right here in our beautiful state.

We heard from Nebraska Association of Behavioral Health Organizations' Executive Director, Nicki Behmer-Popp, and facilitated important discussions about mental health because we know the future of mental and behavioral health rests in the hands of our emerging generations, who will make all the difference.

Intern Foundry Coordinator Merrick Mason did an amazing job organizing this event, providing students with an opportunity to engage in important discussions, explore career options, and create community within the first few weeks of the school year.

We're so proud of you Merrick!

Thank you University of Nebraska Medical Center, Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska, Abbott, and Nebraska Honors for helping make this possible!

Mid-Plains Center for Behavioral Healthcare Services, Inc. NAMI Nebraska CenterPointe Community Alliance

08/21/2026

Perfect Post-Grad Opportunity in Lincoln, NE from Sept. 2026-Sept. 2027!

Looking for your next move? The Foundry is hiring for a 1-year position to help us as we support and build capacity for purpose-driven organizations.

This is perfect for:
- Career changers
- Recent grads bridging to grad school
- Retirees ready to give back

This job offers:
- 30 hrs/week (partial remote)
- Monthly living stipend + education award upon completion
- Hands-on mentoring & professional development
- Generous vacation/holiday time

Apps open next week and will close Friday, Sept. 11th.

This is a great launchpad into nonprofit work! Know someone who'd be a great fit? Send resumes/cover letters or questions to [email protected].