Would you like to work with Nebraska Public Media and the Center for Great Plains Studies to tell a story about the Great Plains or the state of Nebraska?
The Center for Great Plains Studies and Nebraska Public Media invites any UNL undergraduate or graduate student to apply for its NEW Student Storyteller in Residence at Nebraska Public Media.
The successful applicant will be provided a one-time stipend of $1,275, an office at Nebraska Public Media for the 2026-27 academic year, and mentorship from both organizations.
Over the course of the year, storytellers will produce a visual and/or audio project that helps tell the story of the region. Sample storytelling projects include (but are not limited to):
• Short form video series
• Podcast (including audio only or both audio and video elements)
• Film
Applications must be received via email by June 30, 2026. One applicant will be selected and will be notified in July.
https://plains.unl.edu/projects/student-storyteller-residence/