University bands include the Marching Band , Symphonic Band , Wind Ensemble , Jazz-Rock Ensemble and Pep Bands. Membership is open to all student instrumentalists. Placement in the Wind Ensemble and Jazz-Rock Ensemble is determined by audition. Many of the bands take special tours throughout the year.
Academic credit is available for participation in the band program.
All students interested in the band program should contact the band directors prior to the first band rehearsal. Five choral groups are open to all students - Choraleers , Collegium , University Men's Chorus , University Women's Chorus and the Nebraskats . Many of the choirs take special tours throughout the year. Students desiring to perform in these organizations should make arrangements with the choral directors to audition for one or more of these vocal groups. University credit is available.