Husker Nation will have a chance to show its love for the University of Nebraska–Lincoln during Glow Big Red on Feb. The 24 hour event is the university’s annual day of giving. Connie White with the NU Foundation says Huskers from around the world will come together to raise money for critical causes and needs that touch every part of the university.
That includes student scholarships, colleges, programs, student organizations and Husker Athletics. Glow Big Red will start at noon on Feb. 12 and continue through noon on Feb. 13, with the campus lit up in red to celebrate the seventh annual giving day.
White says this year’s goal is to receive 5,500 gifts. She says supporters can show their Husker hearts in three ways:
- Show your Husker love with a gift: Alumni, faculty, staff, students and the Husker community at large are invited to give here to the area of campus that means the most to them. Gifts can be made any time before noon Feb. 13.
- Spread the word: Show your Husker pride on social media using the hashtag #GlowBigRed and share the area of campus you are supporting.
- Earn some swag: Every donor who gives $75 or more will receive a pair of Husker fleece mittens as a thank-you gift.
Last year, the Husker community raised $823,041 to expand opportunities for Husker students. Glow Big Red started in 2019 in recognition of the university’s 150th anniversary. Click here for more details.
(Photo: Connie White-NU Foundation)