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Student celebrate their win of the Showtime competition in the Coliseum [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Monday, October 30, 2023 Huskers mark weeklong Homecoming celebration, culminating in win

Among the highlights were "Showtime" in the Coliseum, the Traditions Race, a cornhole tournament, parade and the Cornstock Festival. The celebration culminated with a gridiron matchup between Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Purdue Boilermakers.

Monster Mash MixxedFit group fitness class will be held from 8 to 8:50 p.m. October 31.

Monday, October 30, 2023 Treat yourself to 7 frightfully fun events this week

The Halloween spirit continues this week with themed meals at the dining centers, a bone-chilling workout, and a night with the director of the Saw movies. After the holiday, browse an identity-affirming clothing pop-up and enjoy a morning coffee bike ride.

VIsit the UNL Student Observatory on Nov 3, 2023 with the LIFE IN LINCOLN series.

Monday, October 30, 2023 The Weekender: Campus Swifties invited for "1989" (Taylor's Version) party

Start the weekend with a free visit to the UNL Student Observatory on Nov 3 with the LIFE IN LINCOLN series. On Saturday night, seek out The Village Clubhouse to find the "1989 (Taylor’s Version) Listening Party".

Mocktails: Creepy Shirley Temple and Cider Sangria

Monday, October 30, 2023 Three mocktail recipes to get you in Halloween spirit

In this inaugural edition of Husker Mocktail Mixology, get excited to infuse the spirit of October into several Halloween and Dia de los Muertos-inspired non-alcoholic drinks.

Newly crowned homecoming royalty Hannah-Kate Kinney (second from left) and Preston Kotik (third from left) are joined by Chancellor Rodney Bennett (right) and his wife, Temple (left), during the halftime ceremony. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Saturday, October 28, 2023 Kotik, Kinney crowned homecoming royalty at Nebraska

Seniors Preston Kotik of Hooper and Hannah-Kate Kinney of Omaha have been crowned homecoming royalty at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

As the Homecoming Events Coordinator for ASUN, Chrissy Gulseth fields questions and feedback from students to make sure their input is heard by the homecoming committee.

Friday, October 27, 2023 Service on Homecoming Committee helps Gulseth spread Husker pride

Chrissy Gulseth, a senior political science and history student from Omaha, has deepened her appreciation for the university’s impact by helping students across campus learn how to get involved in homecoming celebrations.

Thursday, October 26, 2023 UNL Campus Recreation's Sally Pfeiffer is invaluable

[Daily Nebraskan] People always say practice makes perfect. No one is a better example of this than the woman behind the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Campus Recreation Center’s scheduling services.

Thursday, October 26, 2023 Things to do in Lincoln: ‘Halloweekend’ edition

[Daily Nebraskan] "Night of the Living Drag Show" cohosted by Spectrum UNL and the Gender and Sexuality Center on Oct 27 in the Nebraska Union is included in DN's list of Halloween festivities.

Exterior view of the Campus Rec Center's main entrance. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 Campus locations to adjust hours for Thanksgiving Break

A list of open campus spots and adjusted hours for November 21–26, 2023.

Jack-o-lantern artwork. Courtesy of Scarlets and Screams

Tuesday, October 24, 2023 Scarlet and Screams is a frighteningly good time on campus

[Daily Nebraskan] This event is the work of UNL’s Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement office, who deliver a fun time to students on campus without being too far away.