UNL presents Big Red Road Show in Mitchell March 19

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln will present the "Big Red Road Show" at the Mitchell Events Center on the Scotts Bluff County Fairgrounds in Mitchell on March 19 from 1-4 p.m. (MST).

Featuring more than 50 interactive exhibits, live performances, and appearances by former Husker quarterback Tommie Frazier and other Husker legends, the Road Show will be open to the public, and admission is free. Sponsors for the event include: KNEB AM & FM and Atlas Van Lines (A-1 Metro Movers of Omaha).

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 UNL. Representatives from the university's undergraduate colleges and graduate studies departments, and student affairs offices such as Scholarships and Financial Aid, Admissions and Housing will be on hand. KNEB AM & FM will have a live radio remote on site.

Highlights of the event include:

* Autographs from two-time National Champion quarterback Tommie Frazier and other Husker legends
* Exhibits, including chemistry demonstrations and N World
* Explore Nebraska Engineering
* Dances with Cranes
* PhD in Phunn
* Ask the Master Gardener
* Appearance by Lil' Red
* Kids Zone
* University prizes and giveaways
* And dozens more...

Following is the presentation schedule:

* 2:00 Admissions
* 2:30 Scholarships and Financial Aid
* 3:00 University Housing

The Scotts Bluff County Fairgrounds is located 10 miles west of Scottsbluff on County Road E in Mitchell. More information about the Big Red Road Show is available on the Web.

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