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Wednesday, May 31, 2023 Five ways to celebrate Pride in June

Compiled and written by the staff and students of the LGBTQA+ Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Discover the first LGBTQA+ historical marker in Nebraska

The state historical marker – the first to honor an openly LGBTQA+ person – was installed in fall 2022, outside of Andrews Hall at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Dr. Louis Crompton was an LGBTQA+ advocate who taught UNL’s first course on LGBTQA+ studies and advised the first LGBTQA+ group on campus.

Sand Volleyball and Outdoor Basketball at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 Leagues for 4x4 sand volleyball, 3x3 outdoor basketball offered on campus

Campus Rec is hosting summer leagues for intramural Sand Volleyball and Outdoor Basketball. Sign up deadline is June 8 and play starts June 14.

Friday, May 26, 2023 12 summer events & activities to enjoy in Lincoln

Staying in Lincoln for the summer? Check out these great activities and events.

Thursday, May 25, 2023 Campus buildings, services adjust hours for summer

A list of open campus spots and adjusted hours for May 30 - August 15, 2023.

Wednesday, May 24, 2023 Student life at Nebraska by the numbers

Explore student leadership, involvement and experiences during the 2022-23 academic year by the numbers.

Lou Crompton [University of Nebraska–Lincoln Archives and Special Collections]

Wednesday, May 24, 2023 Commission to host Crompton dedication June 20

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of Gender and Sexual Identity will host the dedication of the Louis Crompton Historical Marker at 10 a.m. June 20 on the south lawn of Andrews Hall. Along with the Commission, other sponsors include the Chancellor’s Office, the LGBTQA+ Resource Center and History Nebraska.

Friday, May 19, 2023 Give to Lincoln Day to feature support for CARE program

The University of Nebraska Foundation will offer a Give to Lincoln Day focus on supporting the Center for Advocacy, Response and Education.

Maria Heyen of Astoria, Oregon, graduates May 20 with bachelor's degrees in international business and management after making an impact on campus. [Garrett Stolz | Business]

Friday, May 19, 2023 Through personal challenges, Heyen builds legacy of inclusion

Graduating senior Maria Heyen, an international business and Clifton Builders management major from Astoria, Oregon, built a legacy of inclusion while carving her path at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business.

Ra'Daniel Arvie will graduate May 20. [courtesy | Garrett Stolz]

Wednesday, May 17, 2023 After academic struggle, Arvie found stability, success

Ra’Daniel Arvie has always been in service to others, but in college, he learned the lesson that many in service must eventually learn — to take care of others, one must also take care of one's self.

Ian McLean (left) talks with then-student Hakim Abdilahi at the University Bookstore's NU Market in this file photo from Oct. 30, 2015. McLean is retiring after 16 years of service at the bookstore. A retirement reception is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 24.

Wednesday, May 17, 2023 McLean retiring after 16 years with bookstore

Known for his welcoming smile to all Huskers (and visitors) to the University Bookstore, and always being ready for a chat, Ian McLean is retiring after 16 years of service on campus.