You can support future students like Ella by supporting the the UNL Women's Club Expendable Scholarship Fund today.
The Women’s Club at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln has a simple yet powerful mission.
This organization works not only to promote friendship among members and strengthen their bonds of common interests but also to fund scholarships for young, talented students on campus.
One such student is Ella Masso, an advertising and public relations graduate who has left a lasting impact on campus. During her time at UNL, Masso held leadership positions in her sorority, served on the executive board of Ad Club and built community as a College of Journalism and Mass Communications Ambassador.
As an incoming student, Masso said she was unsure if higher education would be possible because of outside factors affecting her time spent on campus.
“One of the things I was worried about going out of state was the tuition,” said Masso, who is from Minnesota. “I was a little nervous and stressed about whether I could find on-campus work.”
Receiving the Women’s Club Scholarship changed that. It allowed her to fully immerse herself in campus life while excelling academically.
“I was able to focus on school, and I actually just graduated as a Chancellor’s Scholar for the May commencement. That means that we graduated with a 4.0 GPA ... only 110 of us out of around 1,500 people graduating. That really shows how much I could focus on school instead of working five different jobs.”
Masso is proud to have been chosen for the Women’s Club Scholarship and deeply values the women behind it.
“Some of these people are 70 years old, and they’re still coming back to meet 50 years later,” Masso said. “I think that’s a reflection of the [Women’s] Club and who they are as people. No matter how old they are, they still want to make sure their presence at UNL is known … and I think that’s so special.”
Scholarships through the Women’s Club Expendable Scholarship Fund are available to any student with a minimum GPA of 3.25, with preference for students who have financial need. The fund is purely made possible by donors who dedicate themselves to this cause. Through the rich history of this organization and its dedication to helping students through education, students like Masso can dream big.
Now a proud graduate, Masso has returned home to Minnesota, where she has accepted a position as a marketing coordinator — living out her dream of pursuing a career in digital marketing.
“It’s important that they have this club and they have the dollars to fund scholarships. They make people aware and know of their story as well, even if it’s been a long time.”
To support students and their journey to success, please consider donating to the UNL Women’s Club Expendable Scholarship Fund today.
Support scholarship opportunities for students like Hayden within the College of Arts & Sciences by making a gift to the N Fund - UNL Arts and Sciences Scholarships today.
Hayden Hauge’s big dreams were born in a small Nebraska town.
Hauge, a senior at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln from Ravenna, Nebraska, is pursuing four majors: English, journalism, film studies and broadcasting. As a student, she has found a home in the College of Arts and Sciences.
“I’m a first-generation college student,” Hauge said. “For me, choosing to go to college at all was kind of a big risk. My mom was a mail carrier … she walked 10 miles a day and had the heavy mailbag … she would always emphasize to my sisters and me that if you work hard in school, you won’t have to grow up and do that kind of hard work.”
While Hauge has discovered passion in many areas of study, humanities hold a special place in her heart.
“There is a lot of merit in humanities studies because it [preserves] cultural impact and connects people. I hope to make a difference through reaching people … through writing or broadcasting, just to help people better understand each other and kind of inspire them to take an interest in the world around them.”
Although Hauge is deeply passionate about her education, covering the financial costs has been a significant challenge. She pays for schooling entirely on her own, which has taken up a large amount of her time that could have gone toward homework and social activities.
Fortunately, her hard work has not gone unnoticed. She received a scholarship through the N Fund – College of Arts and Sciences.
“Getting the scholarship has taken a lot of pressure off me … I’ve gotten to dedicate a lot more of my time this summer to working more on my thesis,” Hauge said. “It really helps … college is super stressful and it’s a period of transition and change … scholarships are a good way to take that weight off students’ shoulders.”
Because of this scholarship, Hauge can enjoy more of her final moments at UNL with the students and faculty of the College of Arts and Sciences that she has grown to love.
“I think it’s important for donors to know that there are real people attached to the scholarships,” Hauge said. “It’s a great opportunity to support future leaders and future professionals and recognize their academic excellence and achievements.”
Help students like Hauge continue to thrive — consider donating to the N Fund – UNL Arts and Sciences Scholarships today.
