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A new Starbucks location anchors the recently renovated 2nd level inside the Nebraska East Union.

Thursday, March 5, 2020 Mid-renovation Open House for Nebraska East Union set for March 9

Discover the new Starbucks, open lounge areas and private study rooms – the soon-to-be-finished Great Plains Room - are the highlights of the special event.

Beth Jacobson, TRIO project director for Educational Talent Search, inspires students to become advocates in their communities at the National TRIO Day at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Feb. 29.

Wednesday, March 4, 2020 National TRIO Day celebrates program's success on campus

Alexis Mercado and nearly 200 other students gathered at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln on Feb. 29 to celebrate National TRIO Day.

Student organizations host the RSO Club Fair Aug. 28, 2019. Outstanding contributions by RSOs will be recognized through the Student Impact Awards.

Wednesday, March 4, 2020 Nominations open for Student Impact Awards

Nominations are now open for Student Impact Awards. These awards honor leaders on campus including outstanding recognized student organization officers, members and advisors.

Yan Harris, team leader of Husker Heroes, prepares food for students on Friday, Feb. 28, 2020, in Cather Dinning Hall in Lincoln, Nebraska. | Daily Nebraskan

Tuesday, March 3, 2020 Curious Cornhuskers: Are there gluten/dairy-free options at Husker Heroes?

The Daily Nebraskan asked “Do Husker Heroes have gluten/dairy-free options?” According to University of Nebraska-Lincoln Dining Services director Dave Annis, Husker Heroes locations have signs posted with green gluten-free logos next to all of its gluten-free options.

UNL students participate in The Big Event at Campus Recreation Center on Saturday, April 8, 2017, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Friday, February 28, 2020 The Big Event looks to improve, add more volunteers to give back to Lincoln

The Big Event has been trying new ways to recruit more volunteers and bring more awareness to their event and organization in order to meet their 3,000 volunteer goal.

Four Nebraska students pose for a photo with their advisor at the Midwest Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls conference.

Friday, February 28, 2020 Student leaders, advisor, earn awards at residence halls conference

Two first-year students and their advisor received awards for outstanding residence hall leadership in the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH) at the Midwest Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls (MACURH) conference in early February.

10/11 reports on reopening of Husker Hall

Thursday, February 27, 2020 Husker Hall to reopen, house students in recovery

Six months from now, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln plans to open a residence hall for students recovering from substance abuse.

Cookie drawing | Art by Lindsey Pinkerton, Daily Nebraskan

Wednesday, February 26, 2020 RSO aims to combat stigmas during National Eating Disorders Awareness Week

With a new name in place, a recognized student organization for eating disorders is using this week as a chance to combat stigmas.

Tuesday, February 25, 2020 East Campus dining center celebrates Mardi Gras

Cajun dishes like jambalaya, gumbo, and even blackened rib-eye are being prepared.

Monday, February 24, 2020 Taste of Rwanda event to provide opportunities for food, friendship

Rwandan students at The University of Nebraska-Lincoln will share information about their country with their peers at the first ever Taste of Rwanda event, hosted by Residence Life.