Huskers line up to thank Chancellor Green, 'Husker' Jane

· 3 min read

Huskers line up to thank Chancellor Green, ‘Husker’ Jane

Chancellor Ronnie Green hugs Charlie Foster as Jane Green hugs Reshell Ray in the reception line within Maxwell Arboretum.
Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing
Chancellor Ronnie Green hugs Charlie Foster as Jane Green hugs Reshell Ray in the reception line within Maxwell Arboretum.

Hundreds of Huskers came together May 11 to bid a personal farewell to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s top leadership duo.

Holding court amongst the blooming arbors of Maxwell Arboretum, Chancellor Ronnie Green and his wife, “Husker” Jane, shook hands, chatted and hugged their way through a receiving line of faculty, staff, students, alumni, friends and stakeholders. Holding strong for nearly two and a half hours, the line diminished only in the wake of an early evening rain. The celebration marked Chancellor Green’s June 30 retirement.

Carolyn Barber, Ron and Carol Cope Professor of Music and director of bands, presented the Greens with a drumhead signed by members of the Cornhusker Marching Band.
Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing
Carolyn Barber, Ron and Carol Cope Professor of Music and director of bands, presented the Greens with a drumhead signed by members of the Cornhusker Marching Band.

In a tweet following the event, Chancellor Green expressed the couple’s appreciation for the entire campus community.

“What an unforgettable day for Jane and me to share and reflect with so many of our Husker family,” Chancellor Green said. “We are forever grateful for the work advancing Nebraska that brought us together and for each and every one of you.”

Well wishes and memories for Ronnie and Jane Green can also be submitted electronically here.

Learn more about Green’s tenure and how he will be the featured speaker at the university’s spring commencement exercises on May 19-20.

College of Law Dean Richard Moberly, dean of law, hugs Jane Green (right) as Ronnie Green talks with Christine Truhe, senior director of development for the College of Law.
Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing
Richard Moberly, dean of law, hugs Jane Green (right) as Ronnie Green talks with Christine Truhe, senior director of development for the College of Law.

Ronnie and Jane Green smile as they greet fellow Huskers during the open house.
Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing
The Greens smile as they greet fellow Huskers during the open house.

Maurenn Burson greets Chancellor Ronnie Green during the May 11 celebration. Burson is part of a group that traveled alongside the Greens during a mission trip to El Savador.
Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing
Maurenn Burson greets Chancellor Green during the May 11 celebration. Burson is part of a group that traveled alongside the Greens during a mission trip to El Salvador.

Ronnie Green is hugged by Lisa Kaslon, an extension educator with Nebraska Extension, during the May 11 event.
Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing
Ronnie Green is hugged by Lisa Kaslon, an extension educator with Nebraska Extension, during the May 11 event.

Ronnie and Jane Green greet well-wishers in Maxwell Arboretum during the May 11 celebration.
Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing
Ronnie and Jane Green greet well-wishers while standing next to a yellow and pink blooming azalea in Maxwell Arboretum on East Campus.

Recent News