Student Advisory Board

Trey Lamkins

President

Major: Plant and Landscape Systems: Horticulture option
Minor: Landscape Design Emphasis, Leadership and Communication (ALEC)
Year: Senior
Hometown: Union, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to be more involved within CASNR and give a voice to communities within CASNR who otherwise wouldn't have a voice.

Favorite spot on East Campus: Morton Arboretum or the Jungle Greenhouse

Kaleb Senff

Vice President

Major: Agronomy
Minor: Engler Entrepreneurship and Grazing Livestock Systems
Year: Senior
Hometown: Axtell, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to join CASNR SAB to be able to help make a difference and make sure everyone's voice is heard.

Favorite spot on East Campus: Engler for sure

Brooklyn Adams

Primary Programmer

Major: Veterinary Science; Biomedical Science
Year: Senior
Hometown: Desert Hills, AZ

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: Leadership is really important and peer input is crucial for an accommodating relationship between higher ups and students. I wanted to be part of something that benefits the students and creates a learning environment specifically for the student population to prosper.

Favorite spot on East Campus: The Dairy Store because ice cream is the best.

Jarett Walter

Treasurer/Secretary

Major: Fisheries and Wildlife: Conservation Biology
Minor: Environmental Education; Rangeland Ecology
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: McCook, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to join the CASNR SAB not only to build connections but to be a part of some CASNR decision making. I want to build my leadership skills by focusing on peer input and learning to advocate on behalf of others. As a bonus, East Campus has always been "my small town" in the middle of Lincoln, and I am excited to continue building this community for future students.

Favorite spot on East Campus: My favorite spot on East Campus has to be Hardin Hall!

Caleb Durheim

Major: Agricultural Business
Minor: Engler Entrepreneurship
Year: Graduate Student
Hometown: Sunbury, OH

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: To help highlight and grow the amazing things CASNR does along with making sure ensuring all students voices are heard .

Favorite spot on East Campus: Animal Science Building

Charlie Lorkovic

Major: Biochemistry
Minor: Chemistry
Year: Senior
Hometown: Papillon, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I chose to join the CASNR SAB to have a voice in some of the “behind the scenes” decisions regarding academics and event planning. I also value this experience as a time to build my teamwork skills and develop my ability to effectively communicate in a group setting.

Favorite spot on East Campus: My favorite spot on East Campus is the East Campus Union. I prefer this over the City Campus Union as there are so many neat and comfortable spaces to do schoolwork and less distractions.

Abigail Lutjelusche

Major: Agricultural Education - Teaching Option
Minor: Animal Science
Year: Senior
Hometown: Columbus, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to join CASNR SAB to continue building upon the relationship between CASNR students and those who represent and make decisions for us. Being on the Board, I have a voice to advocate for the needs of my peers. We all work together to create the best experience for CASNR and its students.

Favorite spot on East Campus: Dinsdale Learning Commons or the Filley Hall Commons

Kendra Loseke

Major: Agricultural Leadership
Minor: Psychology
Year: Senior
Hometown: Blair, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to join the Student Advisory Board to be an advocate for the students. I think that CASNR is the best, but I also believe in continuous growth and that there is always an opportunity to make good even better.

Favorite spot on East Campus: The Union by Starbucks!

Jacob Wells

Major: Agricultural Education
Minor: Agronomy and Agricultural Economics
Year: Senior
Hometown: St. Paul, MN

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I want to join CASNR SAB to make connections within the CASNR community and to make positive change.

Favorite spot on East Campus: Dinsdale Family Learning Commons

Jack Tickner

Major: Agriculture Systems Technology
Minor: Agronomy
Year: Junior
Hometown: Gretna, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to join the CASNR SAB to help out our east campus community in any way that I possibly could. The people of CASNR act as our own little family, we are such a tightly knit group and I wanted to get on the SAB to ensure that it continues.

Favorite spot on East Campus: The Dinsdale Family Learning Commons

Katie Berck

Major: Environmental & Sustainability Studies
Minor: Fisheries & Wildlife
Year: Senior
Hometown: Kearney, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I want to help amplify student voices and cultivate a safe and welcoming community on campus. I also think this is a great opportunity to meet people from all walks of life!

Favorite spot on East Campus: Dinsdale Learning Commons!

Levi Schiller

Major: Ag Business
Minor: Engler & Agronomy
Year: Junior
Hometown: Scribner, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to join the student advisory board because I believe it is an incredible opportunity to help better the University of Nebraska, meet new people, and facilitate others. There are always things that can be improved apron and making positive change motivates me every day. I have always enjoyed conduction myself with others and making new connections. Finally, helping others gain traction in pursuing their passion!

Favorite spot on East Campus: Commodity Marketing room in Filley Hall

Logan Greeno

Major: Fisheries and Wildlife
Minor:Entrepreneurship
Year: Junior
Hometown: Kearney, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: Great opportunity to apply and showcase my leadership skills

Favorite spot on East Campus: The Engler Space

Raegan Gellatly

Major: Animal Science Pre Vet
Year: Senior
Hometown: Doniphan, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB:I wanted to make sure CASNR students were getting the most out of their college experience and be their representation to make the changes necessary to improve it.

Favorite spot on East Campus: ASCI building

Meghan Tesch

Major: Forensic Chemistry
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Littleton, CO

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB:I wanted to join because I want to help create a connection for students of all majors in CASNR.

Favorite spot on East Campus: Dairy Store

Ryleigh Grove

Major: Plant Biology: Biotechnology Option
Year: Junior
Hometown: Lincoln, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB:Being part of the SAB provides me with a unique opportunity to contribute my knowledge to the betterment of CASNR. I believe that a collaborative & informed approach is crucial for fostering an environment that nurtures both academic & personal growth among all of its students.

Favorite spot on East Campus: Keim Courtyard in the late-spring

Abbie Cox

Major: Agriculture Systems and Technology
Minor:Agricultural Economics
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Mineral Wells, TX

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to join the CASNR Student Advisory Board to actively advocate for the initiatives and achievements within CASNR, while also serving as a strong voice for the entire student body. This role provides me the platform to represent and support the diverse perspectives of our students!

Favorite spot on East Campus: My favorite spot-on east campus is the second floor of the East Campus Union!

Daisy Grinsteiner

Major: Forensic Science
Minor:Chemistry
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Appleton, WI

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to join the CASNR SAB to get involved in a fulfilling role that will allow me to hear input and gain stronger connections within the CASNR community.

Favorite spot on East Campus: My favorite spot on East Campus is the Dinsdale Family Learning Commons

Easton Weber

Major: Agribusiness
Minor:Agronomy & Engler Entrepreneurship
Year: Sophomore
Hometown:

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I joined because I viewed it as a possibility to make positive changes that will benefit all CASNR students and to continue to improve my leadership skills through the experience.

Favorite spot on East Campus: The Engler Space

Elizabeth Chhoeung

Major: Forensic Science
Minor:Biological Sciences, Criminology & Criminal Justice
Year: Junior
Hometown: Lincoln, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: My purpose in joining CASNR was to be able to help contribute to developing and fostering a community that CASNR students and other students alike can find comfort and pride in being a part of. This board provides an excellent opportunity to see other parts and students of campus and allows different connections to form, and that is something I wish to help incorporate in our own community.

Favorite spot on East Campus: Nebraska East Union!

Emma Moss

Major: Agricultural Leadership
Minor:Enger Agribusiness Entrepreneurship
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Lincoln, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to join the CASNR SAB because I'm passionate about creating the ideal learning experiences and opportunities for those involved in CASNR and also view this as an opportunity to contribute to the student environment. I'm excited to work with likewise motivated students to make a positive impact for those on campus!

Favorite spot on East Campus: My favorite study spot on East Campus is East Campus Union!

Evvie Yendra

Major: Biological Science & Environmental and Sustainability Studies
Minor:Fisheries and Wildlife, Geology
Year: Senior
Hometown: Hickman, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to join the CASNR SAB to be a voice for my peers and to push for progress. There are so many great opportunities CASNR provides, and I want all students to have a well rounded, hands-on college experience. I hope to encourage others to be more involved on campus and with their careers and to make CASNR the best program it can be.

Favorite spot on East Campus: Hardin Hall basement

Jake Burge

Major: Agriculture Systems and Technology
Minor:Agronomy, Engler
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Gothenburg, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I am grateful for the opportunities that being enrolled in CASNR has presented me with, and I see this as a way to give back to the University, while also making sure that those opportunities are available for future students.

Favorite spot on East Campus: My favorite spot on East campus is definitely the Engler space!

Kurt Schneider

Major: Agribusiness
Minor:Business and Law
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Columbus, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to join the CASNR Student Advisory Board because I want to be part of the future of our beautiful campus.

Favorite spot on East Campus: My favorite spot on campus is the Dinsdale Family Learning Commons.

Nyasha Chihonde

Major:Animal Science
Minor:Biological Sciences, Criminology & Criminal Justice
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Grand Island, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to join the CASNR SAB because I remember what it felt like to be unsure of where to turn for help during my early days in the program. Sometimes I didn't know who to contact, what resources were available, or even what steps to take when I felt lost or overwhelmed. I know how frustrating and isolating that can be, especially when trying to succeed academically and personally in an unfamiliar environment. Being part of the Student Advisory Board gives me the chance to help others facing the same challenges I went through. I want to be a resource for students, to make sure they know exactly where to go for help, who to contact when they need support, and what steps to take if they’re feeling stuck. It’s all about creating a community where students feel empowered, connected, and supported, so they don't have to navigate the tough moments alone. I’m excited to be in a position where I can make a real difference in guiding others through the resources and opportunities that can help them thrive.

Favorite spot on East Campus: My favorite spot on East Campus is at East Union near Starbucks

Sydney Hutchinson

Major: Animal Science
Year: Freshman
Hometown: West Point, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I want to be an advocate for CASNR students and make a positive impact on campus

Favorite spot on East Campus: Animal Science Building

Thomas Perrin

Major: Agribusiness
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Ogallala, NE

Why you wanted to join the CASNR SAB: I wanted to join the CASNR Student Advisory Board to be more involved on our campus while also making a meaningful impact on current and future students. I enjoy making a difference and saw that the Advisory Board does just that. I hope to make a positive impact during my time on the board and take every opportunity to meet new people!

Favorite spot on East Campus: East Campus is a great place and has many wonderful places for students to study or hang out. One spot I have always enjoyed studying or just hanging out in is the Dinsdale Library!