Butterfield Award Winner: Wendi Beck

For 19 years, Wendi Beck has shaped Nelnet with mentorship and care, guiding associates through change and growth. Her selfless leadership has now earned her the 2025 Butterfield Award—honoring a career built on service and impact.

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Entrepreneurship & Innovation in K-12 Education

How can innovation drive real change in K-12 education? Jessica Charlsen shares insights on emerging trends, data-driven solutions, and the future of public schools.

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Nelnet Announces Fourth Quarter SERVE Award Recipients

Explore how Nelnet’s SERVE awards foster our culture by recognizing associates who go the extra mile—and meet the 11 award recipients from Q4.

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5 Nelnet Leaders Share Their Resolutions for ‘25

We gain insight and inspiration from what’s driving five of Nelnet’s executives, both personally and professionally, in the new year.

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Nelnet’s 2024 Year in Review

As 2024 winds down, we reflect on significant events and milestones impacting Nelnet’s associates, leaders, and business units throughout 2024.

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Nelnet Announces Third Quarter SERVE Award Recipients

Read about the 12 Nelnet associates who received SERVE Awards in Q2—and why these awards are vital to celebrating Nelnet’s associates and supporting our culture.

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Ins and Outs With Jessica Schumacher

From making playlists for all occasions to making 2024 alcohol-free, see what’s in and what’s out for Jessica Schumacher, Nelnet Diversified Services Director of Associate Engagement and Experience.

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NelVets Associate Resource Group Supports Veterans Every Day

At Nelnet, support for veterans doesn’t just happen on Veterans Day. Learn how NelVets, an associate resource group, provides comradery for members, promotes awareness, and serves Nelnet by helping to provide veteran experience in all areas of the business.

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Nelnet Announces Second Quarter SERVE Award Recipients

Read about the 12 Nelnet associates who received SERVE Awards in Q2—and why these awards are vital to celebrating Nelnet’s associates and supporting our culture.

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