Big (red) reveal

(Left) Aidan Kauth Fisher, a CEHS major who also worked as Lil Red and Connor Hadaway, a Child Youth and Family Studies major who also worked as Herbie pose with Herbie in their arms on the turf in Memorial Stadium for their graduation.

Kristen Labadie | University Communication and Marketing

For years, Aidan Kauth-Fisher (left) and Connor Hadaway brought energy, laughs and Husker pride to fans across Nebraska as Lil’ Red and Herbie Husker. As they prepare for commencement on May 9, the graduating seniors reflect on unforgettable memories, game-day traditions and the lasting impact of life behind the mascot suits.

Read more about the spirit squad duo's Big Red adventures here.

Connor Hadaway, a senior Child Youth and Family Studies major who also worked as Herbie in his undergrad stands with a shadow of Herbie in Memorial Stadium.
Kristen Labadie | University Communication and Marketing
Aidan Kauth-Fisher, a College of Education and Human Sciences major who also worked as Lil Red, poses with the mascot at the iconic gates of Memorial Stadium.
Connor Hadaway (left) and Aidan Kauth-Fisher walk with the mascots in front of the entryway on the turf in Memorial Stadium.
Connor Hadaway (left) and Aidan Kauth-Fisher pose in Memorial Stadium.
Aidan Kauth Fisher, a CEHS major who worked as Lil Red, Connor Hadaway, a Child Youth and Family Studies major who worked as Herbie in his undergrad, Amani Mfinanga, a senior Management major and Nebraska Spirit Squad member, Kylie Jones, a senior Marketing major and member of the Husker Scarlets and Grace Nab, a senior Nutritional Science and Dietetics major and member of the Nebraska Spirit Squad pose for a photo with Lil Red and Herbie on the turf in Memorial Stadium for their graduation.