by Lana Koepke Johnson
Andrew Loseke, finance specialist for the HAPPI business center, was honored with the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture’s Special Contributions Award by the Staff Advisory Committee June 15.
The semiannual award recognizes department staff who go above and beyond in their job duties in a way that greatly benefits the department and/or the university.
Loseke has worked at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln for 10 years and for HAPPI Business Center since early 2022. He is responsible for the financial management for revolving, service center and grant accounts, and provides procurement related support for either requesting or receiving payment for items and services. He also assists with grant award submissions and staff payroll.
Loseke earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from University of Nebraska at Kearney in 2009.
His career at the university began in the College of Engineering for two years and then the Beadle Business Center for seven years where he oversaw all the state and revolving accounts for the Center for Biotechnology and Center for Plant Science Innovation.
“I’ve always enjoyed being around academics and the vibe a college campus provides – growth, knowledge and community,” Loseke said. “Using my education to help a university continue to succeed feels right.”
Outside of work, Loseke loves spending time with his wife, son and daughter. He enjoys working on home projects, disc golf, Star Wars, and watching Husker and Minnesota Vikings football.
