UNL Hosts Big Red Road Show in Omaha Feb. 29

WHEN: Sunday, Feb. 29, 1 to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Omaha Civic Auditorium, 1804 Capitol Ave.

Lincoln, Neb., Feb. 4, 2004 -- The University of Nebraska-Lincoln will host the "Big Red Road Show" from 1-4 p.m. Feb. 29 at the Omaha Civic Auditorium.

More than 75 interactive exhibits, live performances, appearances by Husker legends Mike Rozier and Eric Warfield and exciting discussions will be open to the public, and admission is free. Sponsors for the event include Sweet 98.5 FM, ConAgra Foods, Old Chicago, and Ameritas Life Insurance Corp.

The Big Red Road Show is an open house event for students of all ages and adults to learn more about the academic and student life programs at the university. On hand will be representatives from UNL undergraduate colleges and departments, graduate studies departments, and student affairs offices such as Scholarships and Financial Aid, Career Services, and Admissions. Sweet 98.5 FM will have a live radio remote on site.

Highlights of the event include:

Autographs -- from 1983 Heisman trophy winner Mike Rozier (with his Heisman Trophy on display), Eric Warfield of the Kansas City Chiefs, and former Husker softball player Amber Burgess.

Live performances -- by the NU pep band and the Scarlet and Cream Singers.

Exhibits -- N World, The Maze, Big Fat Greek Philanthropy, Ask the Master Gardener, Snakes of Nebraska, Professional Golf Management, a new academic program; Photos with Herbie Husker and Lil' Red, Kids Zone hosted by the NU Parents Association, NETV and Clifford the Big Red Dog.

Presentations -- "NU Students Tell All" with students of "Real Nebraska," "How to Pay for College," "Becoming a Husker" for admitted students, free cookies and plenty of giveaways.

All attendees should enter the Capitol Avenue doors on the south side of the Omaha Civic Auditorium complex (1804 Capitol Ave.). The event will be held entirely in the main auditorium. Parking will be available in downtown parking garages and on the street. More information about the Big Red Road Show is available on the Web.

In 2003, the inaugural Road Show attracted nearly 2,000 visitors to the Civic Auditorium's Assembly, Mancuso and Music halls and featured an autograph session with 2001 Heisman trophy-winner Eric Crouch and other Husker legends, a speech from athletic director Steve Pederson and a concert by Remedy. A short highlight video of the 2003 event can be viewed on the Road Show Web site.

CONTACT: Alan Cerveny, Dean of Admissions, (402) 472-9531