05/28/2026
Dear College of Architecture Alumni and Friends,
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Architecture invites alumni, friends, colleagues and former students to join us in honoring the life and legacy of Robert L. “Bob” Hanna (Class of 1963).
Bob Hanna Celebration Gathering
June 11, 2026 | 3–5 p.m.
Architecture Hall, Gallery
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
You are invited to join other friends of Bob for a “Share, Show & Tell” gathering and to meet Bob’s family. Guests are encouraged to bring memories of Bob to share, along with examples of his artwork, to create an impromptu retrospective exhibition celebrating his life’s work and contributions to architecture.
This gathering reflects the College of Architecture’s remembrance of Robert L. Hanna, who died Jan. 4, 2026, at age 86. A Nebraska alumnus and former faculty member, Hanna taught at the college and remained deeply connected to the profession throughout his career.
Born Feb. 9, 1939, in Ewing, Nebraska, Bob graduated with honors from Grand Island High School before receiving the prestigious Leo A Daly Architectural Scholarship to attend the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Architecture degree in 1963 and earned both AIA and NCARB accreditation, allowing him to practice architecture nationwide.
Efforts are currently underway to permanently endow a scholarship in memory of Bob Hanna to support future generations of College of Architecture students.
To learn more about the Robert Hanna Scholarship and its mission, please visit: https://architecture.unl.edu/robert-hanna-scholarship-mission-statement/
For information about making a contribution, please contact:
Cameron Andreesen
402-458-1100 | Mobile: 402-310-0271
[email protected]
We hope you will join us as we celebrate Bob Hanna’s remarkable life, career and enduring impact on Nebraska architecture and design.