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Friday, August 21, 2020 Approval necessary for all large campus events

Due to COVID-19, all on-campus events projected to include 50 (or more) participants are required to go through an approval process and must follow all public health protocols.

Roni Miller, president of the Association of Students of the University of Nebraska, student regent and senior political science/Spanish major

Friday, August 21, 2020 ASUN President: ‘If we ignore public health policy, we will not stay on campus’

Dear University of Nebraska-Lincoln Community, I grew up in Nebraska dreaming of becoming a Husker. I have learned many things since first coming to campus. But most importantly, as I enter my senior year, I recognize the great privilege it is to be a Husker.

Thursday, August 20, 2020 Spots to Grab a Coffee on Campus

Regardless of your preferred coffee style- hot, cold or blended - you never need to leave campus for a drink between study sessions or on your way to class.

Outdoor community beautification is one of the Lend-A-Hand projects for first-year Huskers on August 22, 2020.

Sunday, August 16, 2020 Give Back: First-year students should Lend-A-Hand for a few hours

Lend-a-Hand is an opportunity for first-year students to participate in an afternoon of hands-on service throughout the Lincoln community 1:30 to 4 p.m. Aug 22.

Sunday, August 16, 2020 Put these 6 can't-miss Big Red Welcome events on your schedule

Big Red Welcome consists of dozens of events throughout the first few weeks of school. Check out these six events for tons of fun and ways to connect with other students.

Sunday, August 16, 2020 Follow these Instagrams to connect with on-campus communities

Keep up with what fellow Huskers are doing - whether it’s to draw inspiration, find out about new events, set up a collaboration, or just get a glimpse into what others are up to.

A pharmacist speaks with a UNL student about a medication at the University Health Center.

Sunday, August 16, 2020 Health Center Tip: Add these 12 items to your first-aid kit

Huskers can locate the qr-codes for the 9-to-Find Scavenger Hunt on posters in offices, departments, and resources across the UNL campus.

Sunday, August 16, 2020 Five reasons you should play Husker 9-to-Find Scavenger Hunt

Designed to teach the 9 Dimensions of Well-being at your own pace, here's five reasons you should be playing this game.

Friday, August 14, 2020 UNL senior leads project to build new mountain bike trail in Lincoln

The new trail in Van Dorn Park is being built by volunteers organized by James Krist, president of UNL's cycling club.

Tuesday, August 11, 2020 COVID-19 Digest: Nebraska U reopens

Welcome to the Nebraska Today COVID-19 Digest — a new feature intended to help you navigate campus during the global pandemic.

New event guidelines for clubs and organizations - including physical distancing policies - have been announced.

Monday, August 10, 2020 Guidelines in place to help RSOs host events in Fall 2020

As the academic year inches closer, many Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs) are asking how to safely plan an in-person event for the fall semester. Student Involvement has some quick facts to help you get started.

Medical staff at the University Health Center advise students to thoroughly wash and dry their face coverings after every use.

Sunday, August 9, 2020 Husker Health Tip: Everything to know about face coverings

The University Health Center is has answers to some common frequently-asked questions.

Will Bauer is a senior boradcasting major at UNL.

Sunday, August 9, 2020 A plea to fellow UNL students: Wear masks and don't go to big parties

Senior broadcasting major Will Bauer urges his Husker peers to be smart, think of the big picture and do the right thing.

Sunday, August 9, 2020 Challenge what you know—join Husker Dialogues

You can support this event by becoming a conversation guide or encouraging your first-year peers to participate.

Campus gateway at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Friday, August 7, 2020 Before moving to campus, complete the COVID-19 Student Training

From Dr. Laurie Bellows, vice chancellor for student affairs:

To successfully return to in-person learning, it’s very important that all students act to protect themselves and our Husker community. This includes understanding the risks associated with COVID-19 and taking proper precautions like wearing a face covering, washing hands often and practicing physical distancing.

Officials at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln expect about 5,500 students to move into UNL's 14 residence halls by Aug. 16. With about 4,000 of the new arrivals anticipated between Aug. 13 and Aug. 16, the university is instituting curbside move-in.

Thursday, August 6, 2020 Curbside move-in among many changes for UNL students returning to campus

Incoming freshman at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln will soon start moving onto campus and into dorms to start the fall semester, but the traditional move-in process will look much different this year during the pandemic.

A female student exercises on an elliptical machine at the Campus Rec Center on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus.

Thursday, August 6, 2020 New for fall: Sign up for workout times at campus rec centers

Huskers need to reserve a workout time when wanting to exercise inside both the Campus Recreation Center and the Recreation & Wellness Center - a new procedure to keep you safe in the COVID era. Here’s how you make your reservation and more info on additional safety measures.

"Torn Notebook" sculpture on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Thursday, August 6, 2020 ICYMI: @UNLStudentLife summer highlights

Throughout the summer @UNLStudentLife connected Huskers to campus and one another on Instagram.

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.

Huskers should carry some essential items in their backpacks.

Tuesday, August 4, 2020 Back-to-School Countdown: Essentials every student should carry in their backpack

Here's some essential items to carry each day in your backpack - ensuring you have everything you could possibly need in a pinch without overloading yourself with unnecessary items.