Student Leadership

Student Luminaries award reception at Hawks Hall

Monday, April 4, 2022 10 Huskers honored with Student Luminary awards

Ten University of Nebraska-Lincoln students — eight undergraduates and two graduate students — were awarded Student Luminary Awards to recognize their exceptional leadership and commitment to improving the campus and community.

A student writes a note to offer support to survivors of sexual violence.

Friday, April 1, 2022 6 Ways to get involved in Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, designed to call attention to and prevent sexual assault, harassment and abuse. Campus events hosted by the Center for Advocacy, Response and Education (CARE) and student organizations during the month offer education around sexual consent, the impact of sexual violence and how to offer support for survivors.

Here are six ways you can participate in creating a brighter future and helping to end sexual violence:

Sunday, March 27, 2022 Shaving heads and raising funds for childhood cancer research

Four brave souls signed up to get their heads shaved to support the advancement of life-saving childhood cancer treatments. The Scarlet & Cream Chapter of National Residence Hall Honorary from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln hosted the annual Shave for the Brave event in collaboration with the St. Baldrick’s Foundation on March 24 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m at the Abel-Sandoz Welcome Center.

Sigma Alpha Epsilon members Parker Low, Joe Cooley, Clay Fiolo, Bryson Metcalf and Matt Bruning work during the 2016 Big Event project.

Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Volunteers sought for annual Big Event

The 2022 Big Event is April 23. A minimum of 500 Huskers are needed to help the 35 nonprofits and 60 private residences who submitted projects to be completed.

Big Red Resilience and Well-being volunteers pose with the dimensions of well-being that are promoted in the program to provide a framework for exploration and balance.

Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Big Red Resilience and Well-being seeks student volunteers

tudents are invited to join the Big Red Resilience and Well-being team for the 2022-23 academic year.

The university's annual Shave for the Brave fundraiser is March 24 in the Abel Hall Welcome Center.

Thursday, March 10, 2022 Shave for the Brave event is March 24

The annual Shave for the Brave event, a fundraiser to fight childhood cancer, is set for 5 to 7 p.m. March 24 in the Abel Hall Welcome Center.

Members of Students Together Against Cancer | Daily Nebraskan

Thursday, March 3, 2022 Student organization makes difference in lives of local cancer patients

Students Together Against Cancer, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln organization, was founded in 2012 with the hope to “provide emotional and financial assistance to local cancer patients,” according to its website. The organization provides STAC grants, $400 donations in the form of grocery gift cards or checks for utility bills, according to Sarah Hoagland, a senior biology major and president of STAC.

Students play foosball in a residence hall game room

Wednesday, March 2, 2022 Thousands of intentional conversations in residence halls open doors to resources and support

The job of a resident assistant is multifaceted – from helping residents on their floor with resources and problem-solving, to maintaining the safety and well-being of residents, RAs play an important role in the on-campus living experience. One way they maintain relationships with residents and check in to provide support is through regular one-on-one conversations with residents called "Intentional Interactions."

Students in the university's Divine Nine Greek organizations pose on the Gaughan Center steps wearing their letters.

Wednesday, March 2, 2022 Divine Nine members reflect, impact campus life

Within the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s campus, some of society’s most influential fraternities and sororities thrive. Known as “The Divine Nine,” these organizations are dedicated to uplifting and encouraging Black men and women.

Wednesday, February 2, 2022 ASUN, COVID-19 Task Force partner to provide KN95 masks for campus

An initiative started by the Association of Students of the University of Nebraska has led to the availability of four KN95 masks for every student, faculty and staff.

City Campus at the beginning of the semester

Tuesday, December 21, 2021 Fall-ing for Nebraska | Fall Photo Recap

A celebration of student life during Fall 2021 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

A Holidays for Little Huskers organizer carries gifts in to the Women's Center.

Monday, December 20, 2021 Holidays for Little Huskers provides gifts for student parents

Bags and boxes full of puzzles, toys and tiny clothes took over the Women’s Center the week of Dec. 13. The items were collected for Holidays for Little Huskers, a toy drive organized since 2018 to benefit the smallest members of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln community.

Dance Marathon members show money raised with signs

Friday, December 17, 2021 10 ways Huskers are helping others

While it’s impossible to list every good deed our students, faculty and staff have done, we collected a few here to inspire future do-gooders and give public kudos to these inspiring Huskers.

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 Nebraska Rowing has persevered for half a century

Nebraska Crew – as a club sport – got its start 50 years ago. The alumni gathered this fall to reminisce and raise $70,000 for their organization.

Student in crowd of others attending a speaking event with political leaders.

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 Night of Listening to bring students, elected officials together

Huskers are invited to attend and participate in "Night of Listening" at 7 p.m. Nov. 9 in the Nebraska Union Swanson Auditorium. A student-led town-hall event, the mission of Night of Listening is to “create a space for students and elected officials to share with and listen to each other’s hopes and visions for safe and productive communities in Nebraska and nationwide.”

Monday, October 25, 2021 3 ways to improve your college experience next year

College offers the unique experience of living with friends, exploring a variety of on-campus events, and growing through your academic experiences and campus/community involvement. It’s never too early to start thinking about how you hope to improve that experience in 2022-23.

Columns at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Wednesday, October 20, 2021 Registration open for Gender Equity Conference

Nebraska Sen. Megan Hunt will deliver the keynote address during the sixth annual Gender Equity Conference.

Wednesday, October 13, 2021 Anderson finds campus community while in recovery

As a new Nebraska Law student, Tim Anderson was looking to find community in Lincoln. He found it in the Collegiate Recovery Community.

Wednesday, October 13, 2021 Rangel sets sights on improving others’ mental health

Meet Bex Rangel, a psychology major from Bellevue, Nebraska. From working as a well-being coach on campus and a youth supervisor at Boys Town, to advocating for BIPOC mental health education and joining the Family Development Lab, Rangel is committed to helping others.

Friday, October 1, 2021 Cornstock, parade headline homecoming festivities Oct. 1

Events across campus will take place Oct. 1, the penultimate day of homecoming week at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, including the rejuvenated Cornstock festival.