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Students at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln bundle up in coats and winter gear as deep cold weather arrives on campus. November 11, 2022. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, November 9, 2022 Winter Coat & Sweater Drive aims to collect 250 items for Husker students

University of Nebraska-Lincoln students, staff, faculty, and organizations can donate new or lightly-used sweaters and coats for Husker students in need of warm clothing for the winter season.

Stack of books with coffee sitting in the leaves

Monday, November 7, 2022 Coping during "crunch time"

November usually means “crunch time” in the fall semester. Fall break and Halloween are behind us, tests and projects are coming up fast, with finals looming just after Thanksgiving break. Have no fear – we have tips for managing end-of-semester stress to avoid burnout.

JD McCown, assistant director of the LGBTQA+ Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln [KLKN]

Monday, November 7, 2022 LGBTQA+ Center hosts free pop-up closet for students

[KLKN Ch. 8] The second pop-up of the fall semester - hosted with TRIO Programs - gives students an opportunity to get gender-affirming clothing for free.

Sign with cursive text that reads "Happy Friendsgiving" surrounded by pumpkins

Monday, November 7, 2022 Festive ideas & tips to celebrate Friendsgiving

Whether you want one last get-together before heading home for the holidays or need something to do with friends in Lincoln over the break, organizing a Friendsgiving is a wonderful way to celebrate your friendships and share gratitude for one another during the holiday season.

Here are ideas to help you plan a fun and successful Friendsgiving.

Several bicycles are secured with cables and locks in a outside bike rack at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln [Christopher Dulak | Student Affairs]

Monday, November 7, 2022 Bike Care: 5 tips to prep your bicycle before winter storage

Many cyclists and bike-commuters enjoy riding all year, regardless of the season. If you plan to put away your bike for the colder seasons, follow these steps and use your on-campus services to keep your ride in great condition.

A student chats with her roommate while studying in in their room in the residence hall. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Monday, November 7, 2022 Only 5 weeks until final exams. Here are 8 tasks to accomplish.

The beginning of November signals the start of a busy five-week dash to the conclusion of fall semester. Take time to plot a strategy to successfully navigate your course work, projects, club and organization obligations, personal health and the changing seasons. Here are some helpful tasks and resources to assist you.

Meal Kit Mondays will be offered on November 7 and November 21. Cost is $15 per meal, which each serving four.

Wednesday, November 2, 2022 Rec and Wellness Center offers Meal Kit Mondays in November

The Rec and Wellness Center is offering ready-to-go “Meal Kit Mondays” through its Wellness Kitchen on East Campus. The service offers everything needed to prepare dinner in less than an hour.

Care packages with an assortment of treats including snacks, Husker gear, and cold remedies.

Friday, October 28, 2022 Care package purchases help fund student experiences

Now you can send your Husker a care package and help fund a student organization. It’s a win-win! This new program offered by University Catering delivers items on campus while a portion of the proceeds fund hall programming sponsored by UNL’s chapter of the National Residence Hall Honorary.

Clementine Ewomsan, left, under the watchful eye of doctoral student Yuguo Yang, works on a soil experiment testing plants for drought conditions as part of the STEM-POWER Research Program hosted by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. [ Mike Jackson, UNL Student Affairs]

Wednesday, October 26, 2022 UNL's STEM program gets nearly $1 million to expand offerings

A University of Nebraska-Lincoln program recently received a nearly $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation to expand its science, technology, engineering and mathematics program to first-generation college students from minority groups. The five-year, $999,125 grant also will allow UNL’s School of Biological Sciences and TRIO Upward Bound Math Science Program to retain students enrolled in the STEM-POWER program beyond their first year in college.

Leaves blanket the grass between Love Library and Andrews Hall at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. [Criag Chandler | University Communication]

Tuesday, October 25, 2022 Lincoln's best spots to see the remaining fall colors & foliage

It feels like autumn has barely gotten underway yet the trees are rapidly shedding their leaves now. Lincoln has several great outdoor spots for you to savor the gorgeous foliage this week while you can. Check out our list for the best on- and off- campus destinations.