Grow the Good Life - Information for Employers
What partnership looks like
Grow the Good Life helps Nebraska employers connect with students in meaningful, practical ways that support your long-term workforce needs. Our team works with you to design experiences that fit naturally into your operations and timeline, whether you want to build a talent pipeline, introduce students to your industry, or strengthen your presence on campus.
Opportunities for employers
- Job shadows (single day or short series)
- Semester internships
- Networking events and employer panels
- Classroom presentations and guest lectures
- Course-aligned projects and case studies
- On-campus events and career activities
- Workplace site visits and facility tours
- Community engagement events and rural outreach activities
- Strategic brand visibility opportunities, such as classroom or program sponsorships
- Brand presence within Brewed Awakening, one of CBT’s most popular student gathering spots
- Brand placement in high‑traffic student areas to keep your organization top‑of‑mind
Employer benefits
- Early access to emerging talent with relevant skills and interests
- Opportunities to shape student learning with real-world context
- Increased visibility among students, faculty, and campus partners
- Stronger relationships with Nebraska communities and future employees
Getting started
- Share your workforce development goals or campus engagement ideas.
- We identify the right programs, faculty, and timelines for collaboration.
- You choose the activities that best fit your needs and schedule.
- We help coordinate details with your teachers and schedule to ensure activities fit smoothly into the school day.
Contact
Dustin Favinger
Phone: 308.865.8066
Email: favingerdd@unk.edu
