Beyond the classroom
Become a creative leader in an evolving world by jumping into it headfirst. At the Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts, students are empowered to extend their learning beyond the classroom through a dynamic array of experiential opportunities. From guest artists and internships to center-sponsored trips and support for study abroad opportunities, we make the world our classroom.
Create, design, experiment, listen, network, travel, showcase, sell, intern, launch your career and chase your dreams. At Nebraska, you can experience it all.
Big Ideas, Big Opportunities
IGNITE Colloquium & Guest Speakers
The IGNITE Colloquium and features guest lectures, workshops and seminars around creative development and professional development that inspire Husker ingenuity. Additionally, we invite guest speakers throughout the year that share their experiences and expertise in the field.
Internships
From working on visual effects for Marvel films and Barbie to being selected for a prestigious Television Academy Foundation internship, Emerging Media Arts students gain valuable industry experience to enhance their success.
Study Away
From exploring the edges of storytelling in the city of London to creating viral video campaigns for a top 100 global company in India, our students learn around the world so they can innovate here at Nebraska.
More Student Involvement Opportunities
Undergraduate Creative Activities & Research Experiences (UCARE)
A paid opportunity to work one-on-one with a faculty research mentor in any major or field. Through UCARE, you’ll work alongside world-class UNL faculty members conducting cutting-edge research that will shape the future of Nebraska and beyond.
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First Year Research Experience (FYRE)
The FYRE Program supports full-time, degree-seeking, first-year students who are work-study eligible. Through the program, Federal Work Study awards support a research or creative activities job, under the supervision and guidance of a faculty mentor. Students are employed by the Office of Undergraduate Research & Fellowships or the TRIO/Student Support Services program and are matched with an undergraduate research assistant position on campus.
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Student Research Days
The university’s annual Student Research Days Poster Sessions and Creative Exhibitions are a great opportunity for students to present their research and creative work to the larger UNL community. Students can also apply for the Student Research Days Slam, a campus-wide contest in which undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral researchers from all disciplines are challenged to communicate their work in short, dynamic and engaging presentations.
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Artists in Residence
The Carson Center invites artists from around the world whose work aligns with our mission. Students get to learn from and work alongside these artists, gaining access and insights into cutting-edge practices.
Animation Club
The Animation Club is a fun place for all UNL students with a passion for animation to come together.
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Cinema 16
Cinema 16 is the film production club at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. They work to provide students of any major who have an interest in filmmaking with opportunities to do just that—make, talk and learn more about film production. Some of their events include monthly film festivals, social events and guest speakers.
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