Student trustees for the Nebraska State College System include Kucera of Wayne State College, Daniella Kosiso Akwanamnye of Chadron State College, and Lucas Hrabik of Peru State College.
Governor Jim Pillen has appointed Wayne State College junior Mattie Kucera as a student trustee for the Nebraska State College System.
Kucera, who is from Raymond, Neb., joins Daniella Kosiso Akwanamnye of Chadron State College and Lucas Hrabik of Peru State College as the state college student trustees for the 2026-27 academic year.
“As a student trustee, I work to represent my campus at the highest level, bringing forward student perspectives, contributing to thoughtful decision-making, and advocating for policies and initiatives that ensure students feel supported, heard, and empowered to succeed,” said Kucera.
Kucera is majoring in Elementary Education and Special Education K-6 at Wayne State. She serves on the Student Senate and is co-chair of its Public Relations and Technology Committee. She is also a member of the Wildcat Academy of Leadership and Knowledge.
She is the daughter of Michael and Kris Kucera of Raymond, Neb.
“The Board of Trustees values the insight and perspective our student leaders bring to the table,” said Bob Engles, chair of the Board of Trustees of the Nebraska State Colleges. “It is my honor, as chair, to welcome our new student trustees, and I look forward to their contributions in strengthening our colleges and the student experience.”