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Nebraska Innovation Studio will be closed Thursday, July 3, through Saturday, July
5, in observance of Independence Day. Regular business hours will resume on Monday, July 7.
The NIC administrative office, The Mill Coffee & Bistro and the Nebraska Nova office will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Regular business hours will resume on Monday, July 7.
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3rd of July Fireworks Show Viewing Party
Thursday, July 3
The Barred Owl | Open 4:00-11:00 p.m.
Enjoy great views of the
Uncle Sam Jam Independence Day Celebration fireworks display from the Barred Owl Rooftop Bar at The Scarlet Hotel!
WHAT TO EXPECT:
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Rooftop views of Lincoln’s fireworks (show beginning at 10:00 p.m.)
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S’mores station and yard games downstairs on the Well & Good patio
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Full bar available for purchase throughout the evening
This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.
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UNL Senior Design: A Student Capstone Program That Stands Out
10 New Industry-Sponsored Projects Needed!
The UNL School of Computing's
Senior Design Capstone Program
portfolio for the 2025/26 academic year at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln was at full capacity, until a recent
surge in student enrollment opened the door for
10 new industry-sponsored projects this year. All senior students are required to participate in Senior Design for graduation, so projects are need to get these senior students aligned
with some interesting and impactful real-world industry projects and do so quickly! If you’ve ever thought about getting involved, now is the perfect time!
What sets this program apart?
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1,500+ hours of real development work from students majoring in Computer
Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering and Data Science
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Full IP ownership for your organization
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Faculty, staff, and industry project manager support (most programs
only offer faculty oversight)
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Strong industry integration — all projects are real, not theoretical
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Sponsors range from startups to Fortune 500 companies, many with ties to Nebraska or UNL alumni
The School of Computing's Senior Design program stacks up against some of the best in the nation — not just in scope, but in outcomes. Many projects go into production,
and sponsors consistently say it’s one of the most valuable ways they engage with emerging talent.
Whether you're building a proof-of-concept, exploring a new product idea or simply want to mentor future engineers — this opportunity is for you!
Email
karakw@unl.edu or visit
https://computing.unl.edu/senior-design/
to explore sponsorship.
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Cinco de Julio Tequila Celebration
Saturday, July 5
4:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Barred Owl Rooftop Bar at The Scarlet Hotel
Keep the holiday weekend going and stop by the Barred Owl at The Scarlet Hotel for Cinco de Julio Tequila celebration at The Scarlet, featuring Don Julio Tequila.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
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Black Cherry Margarita Special
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Julio’s Sampler: a flight featuring three Don Julio tequilas: Rosado, Alma Miel and 1942
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Don Julio representatives onsite with swag, raffles and prizes
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Great rooftop views and a festive summer atmosphere
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Proveleta Fundido – $16
Crispy melted provolone cheese with herbs and citrus, served with tortilla chips -
Elote Dip – $14
Roasted smoky corn dip served with tortilla chips
No tickets required—just show up, bring your friends and celebrate
at the Barred Owl.
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Robotics Speaker Series: From Concept to Prototype to FDA Device with Dr.
Jason Johanning
Wednesday, July 9
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Nebraska Innovation Studio Classroom
REGISTER
>>
Join us at Nebraska Innovation Studio for a conversation with UNMC’s Dr. Jason Johanning. Dr. Johanning is a nationally-known vascular surgeon focused on optimizing surgical outcomes, as well as, the lead mind behind VITAL-IT, an automated assessment system
that objectively predicts the potential for adverse outcomes for medical interventions. In this talk, Jason will discuss the journey from concept to clinical device deployment and all the bumps in between.
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Massage Monday
Monday, July 7
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Link, 1st Floor
NIC Partners are encouraged to take a well-deserved break and receive a FREE 5-minute chair massage. Massage therapists will be at Nebraska Innovation Campus on Monday, July 7. Please be prepared to show your NIC keycard or UNL NCard.
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GP Mobile Car Wash & Detail will be at Nebraska Innovation Campus on Thursday,
July 10!
GP Mobile Car Wash and Detail is a premier Lincoln auto detail and car wash company that offers superior car detailing and mobile car wash services to the greater Lincoln region and surrounding
areas. Their mission is to service your vehicle as quickly and effectively as possible so that you experience the least amount of delay in getting back to your daily activities.
Browse
package options. Prices range from $65-$250. Please DO NOT book through the website, instead use the
NIC
Partner sign-up. You will be contacted prior to July 10 with additional info about where to park your vehicle, bring your keys, etc.
SIGN-UP
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NIC Partner Ice Cream Social
Tuesday, July 15
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
NIC Plaza
You’re invited to the annual NIC Partner ice cream social on Tuesday, July 15 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the NIC Plaza! Join us for FREE UNL Dairy Store Ice Cream and conversations with fellow employees who work at NIC. It’s the perfect way to celebrate summer
and build new connections on campus.
Help us spread the word about this summer event by telling your colleagues and encouraging them to attend!
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From Idea to Startup: A Two-Day Workshop
Co-hosted by NUtech Ventures and Nebraska Innovation Campus
July 30 – 31, 2025
NIC Conference Center
REGISTER
>>
This
free startup workshop, taking place over two days, will provide training and networking opportunities to help you think through a range of topics related to starting a company.
The workshop will cover the practical side of things, including idea validation and funding your startup. The workshop will also examine the startup journey from a personal perspective as we hear from local entrepreneurs about their journeys, lessons they've
learned and mistakes they've made.
Guest speakers and panelists will share their expertise and resources, and you'll have plenty of time to ask questions and network with ecosystem resource experts.
Because content will vary widely from Day 1 to Day 2, attendance is strongly encouraged for the entirety of the two-day workshop.
Registration
closes July 16 at 9:00 a.m.
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Intro to Drones: Recreational Pilots
Nebraska Innovation Studio
Monday, August 4
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
REGISTER
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Curious about drones but not sure where to start? Join Travis Ray for a hands-on Intro to Drones: Recreational Pilots course at Nebraska Innovation Studio.
You'll learn the basics of drone flight, safety protocols, and FAA regulations using beginner-friendly drones. Through guided activities and aerial challenges, you'll gain real piloting experience—no prior knowledge needed, just curiosity and a willingness
to learn.
Capacity: 11 participants
Cost: $50 (Have a cost object #? Contact NIS directly.)
Space is limited—sign up today and take your curiosity to new heights!
REGISTER
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Part-Time Job Fair
Thursday, August 21
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Nebraska Union Ballroom
REGISTER
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Looking to hire student employees for the upcoming school year? Register for the 2025 Part-Time Job Fair! This event connects UNL students with UNL departments and local employers within walking distance of campus offering part-time positions and internship
opportunities — all in a casual, laid-back environment.
Please note: While the fair is open to all UNL students, employers can expect a strong turnout from first-year students looking to secure part-time opportunities as they start their college
journey.
Fees & Registration:
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UNL Dept. Employer: Free
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Non-UNL Dept. Employer: $25
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Electricity: $50
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Black Tablecloth Rental: $5
*Registration fee includes one table & two chairs
for up to 2 representatives.
Learn
More & Register >>
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Nebraska Innovation Campus is Now a Community Collection Site for Food Waste
and Other Compostable Items
In partnership with Waste to Energy Lincoln (WTEL), a division of Uribe Refuse Services, Inc., Nebraska Innovation Campus is now a community collection site for food waste and other compostable items. NIC Partners and the community can sign up to access the
community compost bins ($8 per month per household) and then drop off food scraps and other compostable items at any of the three community collection sites (including NIC).
Call (402) 467-1239 to learn more and sign up today!
NIC’s green community collection tote is located at the west end of the paved parking lot located north of Transformation Drive (the end of the lot near the Ice Box). NIC Partners and the community must have a paid plan to access the locked bin. Food waste
and other compostable items cannot be dropped off without a paid plan through Waste to Energy Lincoln/Uribe Refuse Services, Inc.
Once you sign up for the monthly plan, you will receive a detailed map noting the drop-off locations throughout Lincoln.
Learn
More About Waste to Energy Lincoln >>
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Lincoln Police Department Jurisdiction at NIC
The Lincoln Police Department (LPD) is responsible for law enforcement at Nebraska Innovation Campus. If an incident occurs at NIC, please contact
LPD directly, not UNL Police.
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For emergencies, call 911
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For non-emergencies, call (402) 441-6000
LPD is committed to providing quality police services that promote a safe and secure
community. We encourage all NIC Partners to save these numbers for quick access in case of an emergency.
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CycleSafe
bike lockers are now available at NIC! Four bike lockers located on the west side of Innovation Commons behind the dumpster enclosure. The bike lockers can be used by NIC Partners and the public.
Bike Lockers Available:
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Hourly rate: $1.00 to open the bike locker + $1.00/hour
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Monthly membership: $5.00/month
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Annual membership: $50.00/year
Click
here to learn more about NIC's CycleSafe bike lockers.
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Parking at NIC
NIC visitors that do not have a NIC parking permit or a UNL parking permit are required to pay for parking in the paved lot north of Transformation Drive using the Passport Parking app. This is the same parking app used when people park on the street at NIC,
in downtown Lincoln and in the Haymarket.
Parking Zones:
The paved lot north of Transformation Drive is Zone 9900 on the Passport Parking app. On-street parking at NIC is Zone 80. Parking in downtown Lincoln and the Haymarket is Zone 75.
Enforcement:
Paid parking in the paved lot north of Transformation Drive is enforced from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. On-street metered parking is enforced from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
If you have a NIC parking permit or a UNL parking permit:
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If you have a Nebraska Innovation Campus parking permit do not use the Passport Parking app to pay for parking in the paved lot north of Transformation Drive. Nebraska Innovation
Campus parking permits are valid in parking lots with first come first served parking, reserved spaces (numbered yellow hang tags only) and the paved lot north of Transformation Drive.
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If you have a University of Nebraska–Lincoln parking permit please notify Parking and Transit Services and request that your permit be added to the reciprocal visitors list.
Send the requests from your official UNL email account to
unlpts@unl.edu. Your license will then be added to the NIC permit roster. Access remains for the effective period of your UNL permit. After your UNL permit has been added to the NIC permit roster, do not use the Passport
Parking app to pay for parking in the lot north of Transformation Drive. University of Nebraska–Lincoln parking permits are valid only in the paved lot north of Transformation Drive.
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If you have a University of Nebraska–Lincoln student parking permit do not use the Passport Parking app to pay for parking. University of Nebraska–Lincoln student permits are
valid in the student parking section of the paved lot north of Transformation Drive.
Not familiar with the Passport Parking app? Using Passport Parking is easy!
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Download the Passport Parking app from the Apple App Store or Google Play store.
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Create an account with your mobile phone number or email address.
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Park anywhere you see Passport Parking app signs & decals.
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Pay for your parking session from your phone.
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Extend your time remotely if you’d like to stay longer!
If you have questions, or need to update your vehicle information, please email
parknic@goldenrodcompanies.com.
Additional
information about parking at NIC >>
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