Wheeler makes dining hall home for Huskers

by Kristina Jackson | University Communication and Marketing

February 6, 2026

Claudia Wheeler (right), a Dining Services clerical associate, smiles as she scans student Ncards at the Nebraska East Union Dining Hall.
Claudia Wheeler (right), a Dining Services clerical associate, smiles as she scans student Ncards at the Nebraska East Union Dining Hall.
Jordan Opp | University Communication and Marketing

Claudia Wheeler sees every day how her workplace becomes a home away from home for University of Nebraska–Lincoln students, faculty and staff. As a clerical associate with Massengale Dining Service, she helps make the East Union Dining Center a safe space where people build community.

“We all have to eat,” Wheeler said. “This is a respite for a lot of them. I’m just trying to be a friendly face. It really makes their day go by a little easier.”

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