Dining

A climber scales teh climbing wall in the Outdoor Adventures Center.

Friday, April 23, 2021 Study break tips that will benefit you during exam week

This exam week, try to focus on your mental and physical well-being as well as your studies. Adding in fun study breaks will let you relax, keep you focused and help you stay alert. Here are some exciting ways to give yourself a much-deserved mental break.

Maxwell Arboretum [Brittany Meiners | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, April 21, 2021 Challenge yourself to finish these Bucket List activities before the semester ends

Try to complete all of these 12 campus activities to get the full Huskers experience. There are plenty of foodie stops, fine arts events, social opportunities and gorgeous sites to see. Get started now to finish the list before the semester ends.

Large picture window in Love Library wiht a view of Mueller Tower. [photo by Kirsten Wandrey | Student Affairs]

Friday, April 16, 2021 Study Spots: Hit the books at these places with a beautiful view

Finals are coming up before you know it, and you're probably looking for a good study spot. Instead of staring at a wall all day, it's nice to have a view to gaze at while hitting the books. These study spots all come with beautiful scenery, perfect to create a calming mood this 15th week.

Friday, March 12, 2021 UNL frontline workers overcome pandemic uncertainty to serve campus

(Daily Nebraskan) All over campus the past year, UNL staff adjusted, adapted and made sacrifices to meet the new challenges presented by the pandemic.

Friday, March 12, 2021 Re-center your mind using these "brain break" ideas

Taking a break has many benefits. It allows you to be social and connect with others, clear your head from stress, re-center your mind on what really matters and leave you feeling refreshed and awake. Plus, the nice weather makes it even more enjoyable to leave your studying space for a bit.

Valentino's restaurant in the Nebraska Union.

Monday, February 8, 2021 Campus mobile meal order app begins accepting credit cards

Making a food connection with five of the food court restaurants in the Nebraska Union and Nebraska East Union has just gotten easier for Huskers.

Stepping back on self-service means less variety, but more opportunities for personal interactions.

Friday, January 22, 2021 University of Nebraska dining services scaling back on self-service—for good

The Crunch Off event, led by the Nebraska Department of Education, encourages healthy eating, supports local agriculture and helps students and community members gain a deeper understanding of the food system. Nebraska has won the event for the second straight year.

Tuesday, December 15, 2020 Nebraska wins Crunch Off competition for second straight year

UNL Dining Services joined in the effort, sourcing local apples to 621 students at the East Campus dining hall as part of the competition.

A student grabs a slice of pizza from a pizza box.

Sunday, October 25, 2020 Campus dining locations offer football Saturday pizza deals

Valentino's at the Nebraska Union and Varsity Pizza at the Harper Dining Center are offering pizza deals for Husker football Saturdays.

Thursday, October 15, 2020 University of Nebraska uses ‘mechanical stomachs’ to reduce campus waste

COVID-19 has impacted nearly every aspect of this school year, but the University of Nebraska is making sure the pandemic doesn’t disrupt its sustainability efforts.

Broyhill Fountain at dusk, with Nebraska Union in the background.

Sunday, October 11, 2020 CAMPUS AFTER DARK: Late-night dining & entertainment to check out

As the weather begins to turn cooler, you may find yourself searching for things to do safely inside. It can also be difficult to find places to go when it's late at night, so we've gathered a list of fun late-night options on campus to keep yourself entertained.

The recently-opened outdoor patio was a new addtion to the Nebraska East Union during it's recent major renovation.

Saturday, October 10, 2020 Study Spots: Outside patio and cafe spaces abound for a refreshing study time

You may be used to camping out in the library or union to study and do homework. With limited seating to promote social distancing inside, outdoors can offer the optimal study spot. Whether you're looking to safely study with a group, enjoy an outdoor cafe atmosphere or simply soak in some beautiful weather, one of these spots will work perfectly for you.

The Nebraska Union food court is pictured on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. Photo by Grace Kovar | Daily Nebraskan

Tuesday, September 22, 2020 Curious Cornhuskers: When will union restaurants be available on the to-go app?

According to Dave Annis, director of Dining Services at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, many of the restaurants in the Union have already made the transition onto the Transact Mobile Ordering app UNL adopted this semester, and some are still in the process of being added.

Channel 8 reporter in Nebraska Union food court.

Friday, August 21, 2020 Dining centers implement take-out, mobile ordering ahead of school year

As University of Nebraska-Lincoln students make their way back to campus, returning students will notice many changes. Including those to dining centers.

Students are pictured eating at Nebraska's Willa Cather Dining Center this summer.

Wednesday, August 19, 2020 Dining Services dishes up new options for Huskers

Huskers are being greeted with a host of new campus dining options as they return for the fall semester.

Wednesday, August 5, 2020 In My Own Words: Kirsten Wandrey

Kirsten Wandrey is a sophomore journalism major in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. In spring 2019 - prior to enrolling at the university - she was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that dramatically changed her life. In her own words, Kirsten shares details about her successful transition to living on-campus at UNL and finding community and connections to help her achieve.

Dining Services employees (from left) Rochan Pinho, Janet Nichols and Dami Olsen assemble face shields at Harper Dining Center.

Wednesday, June 3, 2020 Dining employee takes on 3D printing PPE charge

A few years ago, Rochan Pinho got a 3D printer from his dad, and he became an enthusiast, making replacement parts to fix household items and gifts for friends and family.

A student serves beef and chicken empanadas at Selleck Dining Hall on Saturday, March 14, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Monday, April 27, 2020 Dining Services cultivates cultural cooking for diverse student body

With all the important roles food plays in culture, it can be difficult for college students to abandon all the comforts of home recipes for dining hall food. Luckily, the directors and curators of dining options at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln make the effort to bring diverse dining options to all their students from all backgrounds.

Simone Bilha, a dining service team leader in the Willa Cather Dining Center, wears a homemade cloth mask as she works on April 7. The university is seeking the donation of more than 1,000 homemade masks for essential employees. The masks will help increase safety for workers who continue to serve the campus community.

Tuesday, April 7, 2020 Mask donations sought for essential service employees

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking assistance from all Huskers willing to sew and donate cloth masks for employees who conduct essential services, including those who continue to support students living on campus.

Kishuar Sultana, a University Dining Services employee, cleans tabletops in Nebraska's Willa S. Cather Dining Complex.

Friday, March 20, 2020 Dining centers continue to support on-campus students

Despite all that’s changed, students who continue to live in campus residence halls have been able to stop by dining centers to pick up breakfast, lunch and dinner as needed.