‘Anything but conventional’ journey leads John Cook to top honor from Aksarben Foundation

By: Cindy Gonzalez

Outlets: Nebraska Examiner

Published: October 12, 2026

Words: 296

Last Updated: 5 days, 13 hours ago

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OMAHA — A 131-year-old nonprofit devoted to boosting Nebraska’s economy and workforce has named former University of Nebraska volleyball head coach John Cook its 2026 “Most Honored Citizen.”

The Aksarben Foundation revealed the award winner at its annual ball this weekend at the CHI Health Center in Omaha.

“John Cook represents the kind of leadership Aksarben seeks to celebrate: leadership that develops people, creates opportunity and leaves Nebraska stronger for the next …

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