Nebraska Chancellor’s YouTube Series Has Tips on Harlem Shake and Zombies
By Xarissa HoldawayMarch 6, 2013
Ever wanted to see a university chancellor do the Harlem Shake? Then I’m afraid today isn’t your day. The University of Nebraska at Lincoln’s chancellor, Harvey Perlman, isn’t quite ready to try it:
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Ever wanted to see a university chancellor do the Harlem Shake? Then I’m afraid today isn’t your day. The University of Nebraska at Lincoln’s chancellor, Harvey Perlman, isn’t quite ready to try it:
He will, however, give YOLO a shot. (Spoiler alert: He’s not very good at it.)
According to the Lincoln Journal Star, campus officials haven’t quite admitted that the university-produced videos are part of a recruiting effort:
“Nothing sinister,” Perlman responded to an email query. “I am just trying to be helpful. Sharing my thoughts.”
UNL Admissions Director Amber Hunter tossed the ball back to Perlman, saying admissions wasn’t “specifically behind it.”
However, students who watch these videos and think that Nebraska sounds like a fun place with a fun chancellor can also take a virtual tour, learn about the campus ID-card benefits, or go straight to the university’s admissions page.
The campaign is making the rounds on social media to both acclaim and skepticism. Our favorite comes from a Reddit user, souperman, who says,
“I enjoy these videos, but I’m just waiting for him to end one by chuckling, and then suddenly staring at the camera and saying “Oh, and we’re cutting a couple more programs and raising tuition. Sooooorry.”
