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6:30am CDT

Livestock Evaluation CDE - Junior (Districts 1-12)
Friday April 4, 2025 6:30am - 12:00pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska Livestock Evaluation Career Development Event is to provide the opportunity for students to identify, evaluate, and discuss relative differences in breeding and market livestock and to apply livestock industry knowledge and production priorities through evaluation and selection of beef cattle, swine, sheep, and meat goats.
Friday April 4, 2025 6:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Animal Science Complex - R.B. Warren Arena UNL East Campus

6:30am CDT

Livestock Evaluation CDE - Senior (Districts 1-12)
Friday April 4, 2025 6:30am - 2:30pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska Livestock Evaluation Career Development Event is to provide the opportunity for students to identify, evaluate, and discuss relative differences in breeding and market livestock and to apply livestock industry knowledge and production priorities through evaluation and selection of beef cattle, swine, sheep, and meat goats.
Friday April 4, 2025 6:30am - 2:30pm CDT
Animal Science Complex - R.B. Warren Arena UNL East Campus

7:00am CDT

Little Prairie Coffee Co. in the Railyard
Friday April 4, 2025 7:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Little Prairie Coffee Co. will have their coffee truck parked on Canopy Street outside the Railyard and PBA. They offer a wide variety of hot or iced beverages and select breakfast and lunch items. Open Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of convention!
Friday April 4, 2025 7:00am - 3:00pm CDT
The Railyard 350 Canopy St, Lincoln, NE 68508

7:15am CDT

Poultry Evaluation CDE (Districts 5-8)
Friday April 4, 2025 7:15am - 10:15am CDT
The Nebraska Poultry Evaluation Career Development Event seeks to effectively prepare the students for jobs in the poultry workforce. Workers seeking careers in poultry must develop a high degree of knowledge and must develop the ability to solve problems in the poultry industry. The contest blends practical hands-on experiences with a basic knowledge of the poultry industry required for careers in the poultry field.
Friday April 4, 2025 7:15am - 10:15am CDT
Animal Science Commons Area UNL East Campus

7:30am CDT

Leadership Development Event Individual Events State Qualifiers Breakfast
Friday April 4, 2025 7:30am - 9:00am CDT
Breakfast meal function which includes an award ceremony recognizing all bronze, silver and gold ratings. Top 6 (golds) will be announced and invited to on-stage recognition and announcement of ranking.
Friday April 4, 2025 7:30am - 9:00am CDT
Embassy Suites 1040 P St, Lincoln, NE 68508

8:00am CDT

People in Ag Poster Event
Friday April 4, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CDT
Middle school student presentations on various careers in the agriculture industry.
Friday April 4, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

8:00am CDT

Nebraska FFA Foundation Career Fair
Friday April 4, 2025 8:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Friday April 4, 2025 8:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena Concourse 3 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

8:30am CDT

Living to Serve Meal Packaging Event, Rotation 1B
Friday April 4, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Living to Serve Project- Meal Packaging, Rotation 1B
Friday April 4, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena Concourse 5 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

8:30am CDT

Leadership Academy #21 - The One Note Only Rockstar Leaders Know How to Hit
Friday April 4, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
This workshop led by leadership expert, professional speaker, and garage band rockstar Rhett Laubach provides insight into what every rockstar leader knows that everyone else in the room is missing. The lessons revealed can be used at school, at home, in your relationships and even in your future career. Join Rhett for an experience that is part rock concert, part leadership workshop.
Friday April 4, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Hyatt 600 Q St, Lincoln, NE 68508

8:30am CDT

Leadership Academy #22 - 3 Keys to Success: How to Win in FFA
Friday April 4, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Join Past National FFA Officer Laila Hajji Down as she shares the three keys to success in the FFA: People, Purpose, and Point. Laila was a highly successful public speaker in FFA earning national finalist spots in both prepared and extemporaneous, as well as success in other areas of FFA and other organizations. She will share what leads to success and how you can succeed too! Most importantly, she will share how the people you adventure with along the way are the true wins in FFA and life.
Friday April 4, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
The Graduate 141 N Ninth St, Lincoln, NE 68508

8:30am CDT

Leadership Academy #23 - Water Your Plants, Not Your Problems: Creating the Right Conditions for Success
Friday April 4, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Success isn’t just about working harder—it’s about working smarter. And by “working smarter,” we mean setting yourself up so success becomes the easiest option. In this workshop, we’ll talk about designing your environment, surrounding yourself with the right people, and making choices that do half the work for you. Think of it like growing a plant: you don’t yell at a seed to make it grow. You just give it what it needs! Let’s make success less about stress and more about strategy.
Friday April 4, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
The Graduate 141 N Ninth St, Lincoln, NE 68508

8:45am CDT

Poultry Evaluation CDE (Districts 9-12)
Friday April 4, 2025 8:45am - 11:45am CDT
The Nebraska Poultry Evaluation Career Development Event seeks to effectively prepare the students for jobs in the poultry workforce. Workers seeking careers in poultry must develop a high degree of knowledge and must develop the ability to solve problems in the poultry industry. The contest blends practical hands-on experiences with a basic knowledge of the poultry industry required for careers in the poultry field.
Friday April 4, 2025 8:45am - 11:45am CDT
Animal Science Commons Area UNL East Campus

9:00am CDT

Middle School Workshop - Piecing Teamwork Together
Friday April 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
Through a puzzling challenge, learn the steps of getting things done, discover the importance of dynamic teams, and identify how your unique skills fit into the bigger picture—just like pieces of a puzzle (or maybe a pie, because teamwork is pretty sweet!)
Friday April 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
The Cornhusker - Yankee Hill 1/2 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

9:00am CDT

Middle School Workshop - Unleash Your Inner Leader
Friday April 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
Are you ready to discover the leader within YOU? This fun and interactive workshop is all about unlocking the traits and skills that make you a true leader. Whether you’re the one taking charge in a group project, helping out a friend, or dreaming of making a big difference in the world, this workshop will show you how to tap into your leadership superpowers!
Friday April 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
The Cornhusker - Yankee Hill 3 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

9:00am CDT

Quiz Bowl Group 1
Friday April 4, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Quiz Bowl Group 1
Friday April 4, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

9:00am CDT

Session 5 - Special Event
Friday April 4, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Special Event: Hypnotist Steve Meade
Speakers
Friday April 4, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

9:00am CDT

Agricultural Literacy Speaking Prelims
Friday April 4, 2025 9:00am - 11:30am CDT
Agricultural Literacy Speaking Prelims
Friday April 4, 2025 9:00am - 11:30am CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

9:00am CDT

Discovery Speaking Prelims
Friday April 4, 2025 9:00am - 11:30am CDT
Discovery Speaking Prelims
Friday April 4, 2025 9:00am - 11:30am CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

9:30am CDT

Living to Serve Meal Packaging Event, Rotation 2B
Friday April 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
Living to Serve Project- Meal Packaging, Rotation 2B
Friday April 4, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena Concourse 5 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

9:30am CDT

Delegate Business Session
Friday April 4, 2025 9:30am - 11:30am CDT
Delegate Business Session
Friday April 4, 2025 9:30am - 11:30am CDT
The Graduate 141 N Ninth St, Lincoln, NE 68508

10:00am CDT

Middle School Workshop - Piecing Teamwork Together
Friday April 4, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Through a puzzling challenge, learn the steps of getting things done, discover the importance of dynamic teams, and identify how your unique skills fit into the bigger picture—just like pieces of a puzzle (or maybe a pie, because teamwork is pretty sweet!)
Friday April 4, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
The Cornhusker - Yankee Hill 1/2 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

10:00am CDT

Middle School Workshop - Unleash Your Inner Leader
Friday April 4, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Are you ready to discover the leader within YOU? This fun and interactive workshop is all about unlocking the traits and skills that make you a true leader. Whether you’re the one taking charge in a group project, helping out a friend, or dreaming of making a big difference in the world, this workshop will show you how to tap into your leadership superpowers!
Friday April 4, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
The Cornhusker - Yankee Hill 3 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

10:00am CDT

Quiz Bowl Group 2
Friday April 4, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Quiz Bowl Group 2
Friday April 4, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

10:15am CDT

Poultry Evaluation CDE (Districts 1-4)
Friday April 4, 2025 10:15am - 1:15pm CDT
The Nebraska Poultry Evaluation Career Development Event seeks to effectively prepare the students for jobs in the poultry workforce. Workers seeking careers in poultry must develop a high degree of knowledge and must develop the ability to solve problems in the poultry industry. The contest blends practical hands-on experiences with a basic knowledge of the poultry industry required for careers in the poultry field.
Friday April 4, 2025 10:15am - 1:15pm CDT
Animal Science Commons Area UNL East Campus

10:30am CDT

Living to Serve Project Meal Packaging Event, Rotation 3B
Friday April 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Living to Serve Project- Meal Packaging, Rotation 3B
Friday April 4, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena Concourse 5 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

Middle School Workshop - Piecing Teamwork Together
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Through a puzzling challenge, learn the steps of getting things done, discover the importance of dynamic teams, and identify how your unique skills fit into the bigger picture—just like pieces of a puzzle (or maybe a pie, because teamwork is pretty sweet!)
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
The Cornhusker - Yankee Hill 1/2 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

Middle School Workshop - Unleash Your Inner Leader
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Are you ready to discover the leader within YOU? This fun and interactive workshop is all about unlocking the traits and skills that make you a true leader. Whether you’re the one taking charge in a group project, helping out a friend, or dreaming of making a big difference in the world, this workshop will show you how to tap into your leadership superpowers!
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
The Cornhusker - Yankee Hill 3 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

Launch Final Pitch
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Launch students will complete final pitch in front of a panel of judges.
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
The Graduate 141 N Ninth St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

Quiz Bowl Group 3
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Quiz Bowl Group 3
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

Leadership Development Event Team Events State Qualifiers Breakfast
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Lunch meal function which includes an award ceremony recognizing all bronze, silver and gold finalists. Top 8 (golds) in Parli Pro and CCM will be announced and invited to on-stage recognition. Top 6 teams in Ag Demo will be announced and invited to on-stage recognition.
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Embassy Suites 1040 P St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

Leadership Academy #24 - The One Note Only Rockstar Leaders Know How to Hit
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
This workshop led by leadership expert, professional speaker, and garage band rockstar Rhett Laubach provides insight into what every rockstar leader knows that everyone else in the room is missing. The lessons revealed can be used at school, at home, in your relationships and even in your future career. Join Rhett for an experience that is part rock concert, part leadership workshop.
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Hyatt 600 Q St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

Leadership Academy #25 - 3 Keys to Success: How to Win in FFA
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Join Past National FFA Officer Laila Hajji Down as she shares the three keys to success in the FFA: People, Purpose, and Point. Laila was a highly successful public speaker in FFA earning national finalist spots in both prepared and extemporaneous, as well as success in other areas of FFA and other organizations. She will share what leads to success and how you can succeed too! Most importantly, she will share how the people you adventure with along the way are the true wins in FFA and life.
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
The Graduate 141 N Ninth St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

Leadership Academy #26 - Water Your Plants, Not Your Problems: Creating the Right Conditions for Success
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Success isn’t just about working harder—it’s about working smarter. And by “working smarter,” we mean setting yourself up so success becomes the easiest option. In this workshop, we’ll talk about designing your environment, surrounding yourself with the right people, and making choices that do half the work for you. Think of it like growing a plant: you don’t yell at a seed to make it grow. You just give it what it needs! Let’s make success less about stress and more about strategy.
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
The Graduate 141 N Ninth St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

"Lunch Line" at The Railyard
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 1:30pm CDT
Welcome to the “Lunch Line” in the Railyard! For only $16 you get a drink and as much as you can load onto one of the plates, from the 3 Premier Restaurants in the Railyard. You can choose from Mellow Mushroom Pizza, Hiro 88 Asian Cuisine, or Gate 25’s Amazing Americana! This is a single pass priced Lunch Line. They accept Credit Cards, Debit Cards, and Cash.
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 1:30pm CDT
The Railyard 350 Canopy St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

FFA at The Railyard
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 3:30pm CDT
Need somewhere to hang out for a bit? Need a place to grab some food? Check out FFA at The Railyard for expanded food vendor options and come and go activities. Food vendors will be set up in The Railyard from 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM Wed-Fri. Come and go activities and a DJ will be in The Railyard on Thurs 4/3 from 1:30-6:30 and Fri 4/4 from 11:00-4:00.
Friday April 4, 2025 11:00am - 3:30pm CDT
The Railyard 350 Canopy St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:30am CDT

Living to Serve Project Meal Packaging Event, Rotation 4B
Friday April 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Living to Serve Project- Meal Packaging, Rotation 4B
Friday April 4, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena Concourse 5 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:30am CDT

Middle School Grab 'n' Go Lunch
Friday April 4, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm CDT
This lunch is for all students and chaperones who have registered for a lunch.
Friday April 4, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm CDT
The Cornhusker - Olive Branch Room 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:45am CDT

Middle School LDE Award Cerermony
Friday April 4, 2025 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
Middle school LDE bronze, silver, and gold awards will be presented. Event finalists will be announced. Finalists are invited to on-stage recognition in Session 7 at PBA. Finals rounds begin after the conclusion of this awards ceremony.
Friday April 4, 2025 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

12:00pm CDT

Middle School Workshop - Piecing Teamwork Together
Friday April 4, 2025 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
Through a puzzling challenge, learn the steps of getting things done, discover the importance of dynamic teams, and identify how your unique skills fit into the bigger picture—just like pieces of a puzzle (or maybe a pie, because teamwork is pretty sweet!)
Friday April 4, 2025 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
The Cornhusker - Yankee Hill 1/2 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

12:00pm CDT

Middle School Workshop - Unleash Your Inner Leader
Friday April 4, 2025 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
Are you ready to discover the leader within YOU? This fun and interactive workshop is all about unlocking the traits and skills that make you a true leader. Whether you’re the one taking charge in a group project, helping out a friend, or dreaming of making a big difference in the world, this workshop will show you how to tap into your leadership superpowers!
Friday April 4, 2025 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
The Cornhusker - Yankee Hill 3 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

12:00pm CDT

Quiz Bowl Group 4
Friday April 4, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Quiz Bowl Group 4
Friday April 4, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

1:00pm CDT

Quiz Bowl Finals
Friday April 4, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm CDT
Quiz Bowl Finals
Friday April 4, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

1:00pm CDT

Agricultural Literacy Speaking Finals
Friday April 4, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Agricultural Literacy Speaking Finals
Friday April 4, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

1:00pm CDT

Discovery Speaking Finals
Friday April 4, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Discovery Speaking Finals
Friday April 4, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

1:00pm CDT

Convention Celebration
Friday April 4, 2025 1:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Convention Celebration! Stop by for activities, snags, and FFA swag! Let's celebrate the final few hours of convention!
Friday April 4, 2025 1:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
The Graduate 141 N Ninth St, Lincoln, NE 68508

1:30pm CDT

Session 6 - State Degree
Friday April 4, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Opening Ceremonies
State Officer Reflection
Greetings from National FFA Officer — Mary Schrieber
Talent
State Degree Ceremony
Talent x 2
Conferring of State FFA Degrees
Closing Ceremonies
Speakers
Friday April 4, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

2:00pm CDT

Quiz Bowl Awards
Friday April 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room: Lancaster 4/5/6
Friday April 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

3:15pm CDT

Stars Reception
Friday April 4, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Stars Reception
Friday April 4, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

4:00pm CDT

Session 7
Friday April 4, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Opening Ceremonies
Recognition of 25 Year Team
Session Introduction
CDE Remarks
CDE Awards
CASNR Review Video
LDE Awards
Chorus
Retiring Address-- Reagan
Talent
Stars Over Nebraska
Talent
SO Retirement Program
2025-26 State Officer Election
Chorus
Installation of New Officers
Closing Ceremonies
Speakers
Friday April 4, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508
 

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