Interview Experience

Raikes School 2024

Interview Experience

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Congratulations on being selected to interview for the Raikes School’s 2024 cohort! We hope your interview experience is fun and informative, allowing us to share more about the Raikes School and learn more about you. If you have any questions along the way, don’t hesitate to reach out to Adam Britten, Director of Recruitment and Student Success at adam.britten@unl.edu or 402-472-0737.

The Raikes School Interview Checklist:

  1. RSVP here for your interview by Monday, December 18.
    • In the RSVP, you’ll select a Raikes School Information Session, college information session(s), and preference your top three interview dates.
    • Review the timeline and session descriptions section below for more details.
  2. You will be notified of the dates of your interview experiences by Friday, December 22.
    • Be sure to put all dates and associated Zoom links on your calendar!
  3. Plan your trip to Lincoln.
    • Check out https://admissions.unl.edu/visit/plan-your-trip/ to see Husker Preferred Hotels, options for getting to Lincoln, and other sites to see during your trip.
    • Check out the additional videos and documents available in the Resources section below to help you learn more about the Raikes School and prepare for your interview experience.
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Timeline &

Session Descriptions

Raikes School Information Session

WHAT

  • Raikes School faculty, staff, and students will provide an overview of the Raikes School academics, community, career placement, and connections, and offer opportunities for you to ask questions.

WHO IS INVOLVED

  • Interview candidates
  • Parents/guardians are welcome to attend, but their attendance is not required.
  • Steve Cooper, Raikes School Executive Director
  • Adam Britten, Raikes School Director of Recruitment and Student Success
  • Theresa Luensmann, Raikes School Assistant Director of Recruitment and Outreach
  • Raikes School Current Student Representatives

WHEN

  • Monday, January 8, 7:00 - 7:45 pm CT
  • Tuesday, January 9, 7:00 - 7:45 pm CT
  • Identical sessions, only attend one
  • Attendance is highly encouraged
  • Unable to attend either date live? A recording will be posted after the sessions conclude.

WHERE

  • View a recording of the Raikes School Info Session here.
College Information Session Optional

WHAT

  • Each Nebraska college will share information about academics, resources, and experiences available in their respective majors and how each fit with the Raikes School experience.
  • If you were able to attend a prior in-person campus visit, this session will include similar information, so attendance is optional but highly encouraged. Recordings will be posted the day following each session.

WHO IS INVOLVED

  • Interview candidates
  • Parents/guardians are welcome to attend, but their attendance is not required.
  • Adam Britten, Raikes School Director of Recruitment and Student Success
  • Theresa Luensmann, Raikes School Assistant Director of Recruitment and Outreach
  • College/Department Recruitment Representatives
  • Raikes School Current Student Representatives

WHEN

  • Wednesday, January 10, 6:00 - 7:00 pm CT: College of Engineering and School of Computing
    • Typical Majors: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Data Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biological Systems, etc.
  • Thursday, January 11, 4:30 - 5:30 pm CT: College of Engineering and School of Computing
    • Typical Majors: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Data Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biological Systems, etc.
  • Wednesday, January 17, 4:30 - 5:30 pm CT: College of Arts and Sciences
    • Typical Majors: Mathematics, Physics, Data Science, etc.
  • Tuesday, January 16, 6:00 - 7:00 pm CT: College of Business
    • Typical Majors: Actuarial Science, Management, Finance, Economics, etc.
  • Recordings will be posted on this webpage after sessions conclude.
  • You're welcome to attend sessions for as many colleges as you'd like.
  • Attendance is optional, but highly encouraged at the session most closely aligned with your academic major of interest.

WHERE

  • Zoom links provided via email. View a recording of the College of Engineering and School of Computing session here. View a recording of the College of Business session here. View a recording of the College of Arts and Sciences session here.
Interview Attendance Required

WHEN

  • Friday, January 19
  • Saturday, January 20
  • Thursday, February 1
  • Saturday, February 3
  • Each interview day will begin at 8:00 am and conclude by 12:30 pm. An optional Nebraska campus tour and lunch will be offered beginning at 12:30 pm.
  • You will preference your top 2 choices. There is no benefit to interviewing earlier or later, each interview candidate will be reviewed the same regardless of interview day.
  • While we strongly encourage you to come to campus to experience the full interview day, we can schedule a remote interview via Zoom if you live a significant distance from the Nebraska campus or have other extenuating circumstances. If you would like to take advantage of the remote interview option, contact both Adam Britten at adam.britten@unl.edu and Theresa Luensmann at tluensmann2@unl.edu.

WHERE

  • At the Kauffman Academic Residential Center, 630 N. 14th Street, Lincoln, NE 68508

WHAT

  • The interview day will include an individual interview, presentations about Raikes School curriculum, internships and career outcomes, students’ campus and community involvement, a tour of the Kauffman Academic Residential Center, opportunities to talk with current students and faculty, lunch, and an optional tour of the University of Nebraska – Lincoln campus.
  • Attire: We recommend wearing what makes you feel the most confident and comfortable. For many students, this is typically business-casual attire. This may include nice pants, a skirt or dress, and a dress shirt or sweater. A full suit is not required.

WHO IS INVOLVED

  • Interview candidates
  • Parents/guardians are welcome to attend, but their attendance is not required. Each interview candidate can bring up to two guests. If you need to bring more than two guests, email Theresa Luensmann at tluensmann2@unl.edu. .
  • Raikes School alumni
  • Raikes School and University of Nebraska faculty and staff
  • Raikes School current students
Other Important Dates
  • Wednesday, February 21 – Notification of Admission and Scholarship Decisions
  • Wednesday, May 1 – National Acceptance Deadline

Resources

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Recruitment Brochure

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Raikes School Core Values

Learn about the values that define students of the Raikes School.

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Raikes School Social Media

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Prospective Student Info

Learn more about what makes the Raikes School special.

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Interview

Tips

A student with long black hair, wearing a red t-shirt with the text 'raikes school' in white font. They are sat in front of a magnolia background, talking towards the camera and gesticulating with their left hand. Teju: Go beyond the resume
A student with short brown hair and glasses, wearing a brown t-shirt with the text 'raikes-school' in white font. They are sat in front of a magnolia background, talking towards the camera. Cooper: Talk with your peers
A student with short blonde hair, wearing a red polo shirt with the white Nebraska 'N' lockup above the text 'raikes school' in white font. They are sat in front of a magnolia background, talking towards the camera. Samuel: Focus on your passions

Why the Raikes School?

Hear from the students

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A student wearing a white t-shirt with the text 'honors' in white font and beige shorts is sat on a stool and talking towards the camera. They are sat in front of a darkened presentation room with a projector screen directly behind them, and a series of chairs facing the projector screen. Meet Antonio: Hear about how the Raikes School has prepared Antonio for his future career.

Explore the area

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A group of students in a variety of outfits are sat around a table. They are on the balconly of the Raikes School, with large windows behind them, flanked by the balcony's doors. Day in the Life: Experience a typical day in the life as a student in the Raikes School.
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The Raikes School is a launching pad for your future

+ 100% job placement rate upon graduation.

+ $103,000 average starting salary.

+ Small community with the benefit of Big Ten campus resources.

+ Interdisciplinary education balanced in computing, business, data science, leadership, and communication.

+ Opportunity to create and deliver solutions while leading people and projects through Design Studio.

+ Scholarship opportunities adding to the value of a Nebraska education.