Thursday, February 1, 2024 Condoms, cookies, consent + 7 more can't-miss activities this week
Check out these 8 activities you won't want to miss this week.
Lavender Closet Pop-Ups
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. February 5-7 | Nebraska Union, Career Services (Rm 225)
Acquire free identity-affirming clothing and accessories to build a professional wardrobe you can use for job interviews, internships, and workplaces.
A variety of clothing styles and sizes are available. All items are donated and in gently-used condition.
A private room is available on-site to try on items.
First Generation Share-A-Meal
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. February 6 | Cather Dining Center, Lark Room
Enjoy a free lunch while you meet other first-gen students, instructors and staff members.
You don’t need a meal plan to participate - this event provides a free meal to all first-gen students that attend. Just scan your Ncard with one of the volunteers when you arrive.
Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences Career Connections Day
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. February 7 | Hardin Hall
Network with employers and learn about the vast range of internship, full-time and volunteer possibilities. Gain valuable insight into the natural resources & environmental sciences fields through a panel session that will be held over the lunch hour.
Register for this event in Handshake.
Big Red Pawp-Up
12 to 1:30 p.m. February 7 | Dinsdale Learning Commons, Room 104
12 to 1:30 p.m. February 8 | Love Library South, Room 221
Pet away your stress with certified therapy dog teams at the libraries. Students, faculty, and staff are all welcome to attend.
Big Red Pawp-Ups are organized by Big Red Resilience and Well-being, Department of Entomology, and University Libraries in compliance with the University Policy on the Use of Animals.
Cookwell Class: Taste of Korea
5:30 to 7 p.m. February 8 | Recreation and Wellness Center, Wellness Kitchen
Hone your inner chef and connect with others on campus at this interactive cooking class.
This month's recipes include:
- Wanja jeon (Pan-fried Meatballs)
- Sangchoo Geotjoeri (Korean BBQ salad)
- Whipped Coffee
Register by 11:55 p.m. February 5.
Agriculture and Food Systems Career Expo
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. February 8 | Nebraska East Union, Great Plains Room
The Agriculture and Food Systems Career Expo gives students the chance to connect with dozens of local, national, and global employers to learn more about their available job and internship opportunities.
This event is open to students of all program levels.
Condoms, Cookies and Consent
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. February 8 | Nebraska Union, Ballroom
A free, inclusive, and educational opportunity to explore consent, relationships, and sexual health. Stop by multiple booths for free giveaways, cookies, fries, games, activities, and information. Enter to win a number of prizes. Bring a friend, date, your roommate, your gals, your pals for a fun night you’ll be sure to remember.
Free for all UNL students.
Free Basic Fitness Classes
7 to 7:50 p.m. February 6 | Campus Rec Center, Fitness Room
This class will help you learn about proper TRX strap setup/warm-up, fundamental movements, and effective recovery stretches.
5 to 5:50 p.m. February 7 | Recreation & Wellness Center, East Studio
This class combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with Yoga and Pilates-inspired movements. This beginner’s level class will teach you how to follow the beat of the music through a full-body workout.
6 to 6:50 p.m. February 8 | Campus Rec Center, Cycle Studio
This class will help you learn about proper bike setup and working out on the bike, followed by great post-cycle recovery stretches and tips.
Register for these and other group fitness classes in the Active Husker app.
__________________Upcoming Deadlines:
- February 8 - Last day for team entries for intramural basketball.
- February 8 - Register by 5 p.m. for the College of Business 48-Hour Challenge.
- February 18 - Application deadline for Learning Community Peer Mentors.