Bear Buzz March 2026
Academies in Action: Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Exploring Advanced Manufacturing at Kawasaki
TDL students kicked off the year with an exciting visit to Kawasaki’s rail car manufacturing facility in Lincoln, where they explored how large-scale transportation equipment is designed, assembled, and prepared for delivery across the country. During the visit, students observed advanced manufacturing processes, quality control systems, and logistics planning that ensure rail cars move safely and efficiently from factory floor to rail line. Industry professionals shared insights about careers in transportation manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain management, helping students connect classroom learning to real-world operations. The experience gave students a firsthand look at the scale, precision, and teamwork required to keep transportation networks running—expanding their understanding of the many careers that power the logistics industry.
Academies in Action: Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Inside the Supply Chain at Lozier
This winter, TDL students visited Lozier Corporation, a leader in manufacturing retail shelving and storage systems used in stores across the country. During their tour, students learned how raw materials move through production, packaging, and distribution before reaching customers nationwide. Industry experts explained the logistics systems that track inventory, manage production timelines, and coordinate shipping across multiple facilities. Students saw firsthand how technology, teamwork, and planning support efficient manufacturing and delivery operations. The visit helped students better understand how supply chains operate at scale and how careers in logistics, operations management, and distribution support businesses every day. Experiences like this continue to strengthen the connection between classroom learning and real-world industry practices.
Academies in Action: Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Improving Operations Through Warehouse Innovation
TDL students are currently partnering with Nebraska Furniture Mart (NFM) to apply real-world logistics strategies to Bryan High’s on-campus warehouse. Using the industry-standard 5S system—Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain—students are redesigning the warehouse layout to improve efficiency and organization. NFM and Bryan students are working in collaboration to redesign the warehouse this spring. Their work will help streamline how supplies are inventoried, stored, and delivered to teachers across the building. The redesigned system will also support the school’s partnership with Food Bank for the Heartland, making it easier to package and distribute food to families in the community. Through this project, students are applying professional logistics practices while making a direct impact on their school and neighborhood. Thanks to our partners for providing these amazing opportunities that provide growth and better the community.
UNO’s Office of Student Leadership and Involvement (SLI)
We from UNO’s Office of Student Leadership and Involvement (SLI) want to share our upcoming opportunities with you and your students! In Summer 2026, we will again be offering our Summer Scholars program, which provides college-bound high school juniors the opportunity to enroll in a course at UNO to earn college credits, prepare for college life, and connect with UNO faculty, staff, and students.
In the months leading up to summer, we will also be continuing our Monthly Maverick Workshops tailored to prepare high school students for the unique challenges and opportunities they may encounter while applying for and attending college. Our spring workshops will include topics such as:
- Scholarship Writing: Tips and strategies for creating standout scholarship applications and strong college applications
- Wellness and Development: Fostering conversations and reflections about holistic wellbeing
- Financial Aid 101: An introduction to the FAFSA, financial aid processes and deadlines, and tips for managing finances
As preparations are beginning, we would like to share both informational flyers and ask that you share it with your students. We believe these will be incredibly valuable for students as they prepare for their postsecondary education journey. If you have junior students who may be interested in registering for either opportunity, we would love to have them participate!
Once students register, a member of our SLI team will follow up with them directly to provide further details.
Thank you for sharing this opportunity with your students! Should you or your students have any questions or need further information, feel free to reach out to our program directly at unoslicollegeprograms@unomaha.edu.
Graduation is an exciting milestone for students and a once-in-a-lifetime moment to be celebrated. Jostens makes it easy for schools, parents and seniors, with one-stop shopping for apparel, announcements, keepsakes and class jewelry. So, seniors can celebrate with pride and commemorate their big moment for years to come.
Online ordering at JOSTENS.com to order graduation products, caps & gowns, class rings and school letter jackets will go live on September 2nd.
