Campus Recreation

Sarah Roscoe blows bubbles at the UNL Christian Graduate Student table during the Club Fair. August 24, 2022. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Friday, September 2, 2022 Did you miss the Club Fairs recently? Connect now with those RSOs and groups

Organized at the start of each semester, Club Fairs are a chance for Huskers to meet and mingle with many recognized student organizations and clubs (RSOs) all at once. This fall's edition were August 24 & 25, showcasing almost 25% of the more than 550 RSOs. Here are the clubs and links to connect with them.

A student rides a Bike LNK bicycle through Meiers Common on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Tuesday, August 23, 2022 Biking on campus: Three choices for two-wheel travel

Whether you're looking to save walking time, lower your carbon footprint or simply get some exercise, biking offers an easy alternative way to get around campus and Lincoln.

Monday, August 22, 2022 Six free and fun events this week

We comb through the campus calendars to draw your attention to interesting events happening each week. Here are six activities that may grab your interest this week.

More than 120 recognized student organizations (RSOs) will be showcased at two Club Fairs on Aug 24 & 25, 2022 at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Thursday, August 18, 2022 Explore more than 120 student orgs at Club Fairs on August 24 & 25

Occurring at the start of each semester, the Club Fairs are a chance for Huskers to meet and mingle with many recognized student organizations and clubs (RSOs) all at once.

Thursday, August 18, 2022 Excitement builds as Huskers ready for fall semester

Monday, August 8, 2022 9 apps you need for fall semester

These are the apps every Husker needs right now to navigate campus life and have a successful start to the semester.

Brenna Mazour, a senior in psychology and pre-dietetics, rearranges containers of shredded cheese in the Wellness Kitchen refrigerator. The refrigerated items will be added to the kits when the meals are picked up.

Friday, August 5, 2022 Meal Kit Mondays serve up nutritious, delicious menus

It’s a Monday morning in the Wellness Kitchen at East Campus’ Recreation and Wellness Center, and dozens of grocery bags are teeming with colorful ingredients waiting to be sorted and prepped for Meal Kit Mondays.

Friday, June 17, 2022 Highstreet retirement reception June 29

A retirement reception for Vicki Highstreet, special projects manager for diversity, equity and inclusion, will be held from 3:30 to 5 p.m. June 29 at the Nebraska Union Ballroom. Remarks are scheduled for 4 p.m.

Monday, June 6, 2022 Staying in Lincoln for the summer? Enjoy these great activities & events

Jazz in June

7 p.m. | June 7, 14, 21, and 28

The free outdoor concert series happens each Tuesday evening in June, in the Sheldon Sculpture Garden. Bring a blanket or folding chairs to make yourself comfortable in the setting. View additional details and a list of weekly performers.

Meal Kit Mondays will be offered on June 13 and June 27. Cost is $15 per meal, which each serving four.

Tuesday, May 17, 2022 Rec and Wellness Center offers Meal Kit Mondays in June

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.

Students play board games with ISSO and Campus NightLife at Mana Cafe

Monday, May 9, 2022 Photo Journal: Spring-ing to life at Nebraska

Catch a pictoral recap of the spring semester at Nebraska.

Nebraska U men's rugby club is slated to compete in a national tournament May 14-15.

Thursday, May 5, 2022 Sport clubs find success with grit and determination

Before the sun comes up, before attending classes or heading to work, members of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln men’s rugby team practice four times per week. Their determination doesn’t stop there as they practice two more evenings per week and attend games and tournaments during their three-month long season. Their hard work has earned them a berth in the national tournament.

Monday, April 25, 2022 Fridays in Spring: Fantastic free(ish) events for students to enjoy

Updated: May 5, 2022

'Fridays in Spring' highlights free(ish) student-focused events happening on campus on Friday afternoons and evenings in the fall semester. All students are welcome.

This listing will be updated continually as events are announced.

Want your event to be considered for the Fridays in Spring list? Add it to the UNL Events Calendar. RSOs can list their events on NVolveU.

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Adding in fun study breaks will let you relax, keep you focused and help you stay alert.

Monday, April 25, 2022 Study breaks will benefit you during the next few weeks

While cramming for tests and projects may seem like a rite of passage to generations of college students, it's not the most productive way to study. Even with the best-laid plans or intentions, the last-minute cram is not uncommon. That doesn’t mean you should keep your nose in the books all day and night. In fact, that can diminish the quality of your study session and your mental and physical well-being. Periodic breaks help you stay focused and alert.

[photo by Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, April 22, 2022 Before leaving for summer, do these things

Use this checklist in the last three weeks of the spring semester to take care of things before you depart campus.

Sheldon Museum of Art's Great Hall will be transformed into a Great Study Hall from 2 to 7 p.m. April 27, 2022. [courtesy photo]

Friday, April 22, 2022 Micro-internships, Ukraine fundraiser, and a scavenger hunt are things to check out

We comb through the campus calendars to draw your attention to interesting events happening each week. Here are eight activities from April 27 to May 2 that may grab your interest.

Husker Venture Fund won the Outanding New Student Organization Award at the Student Impact Awards on April 14, 2022. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Friday, April 15, 2022 Winners announced for annual Student Impact Awards

The recipients for 2021-22 were announced by Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement at an evening reception in the Nebraska East Union on April 14.

The Gelato Bar in the Abel Dining Complex scoops up a variety of elegant and tasty flavors. [Christopher Dulak | Student Affairs]

Thursday, April 14, 2022 Challenge yourself to finish these Bucket List activities before the semester ends

Try to complete all of these 16 campus activities to get the full Husker 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.

Pilates & Lattes is April 12, 2022 at the Campus Rec Center.

Monday, April 11, 2022 Research SLAM, pilates and lattes are among 5 can't-miss activities

We comb through the campus calendars to draw your attention to interesting events happening each week. Here are five activities that may grab your interest this week.

Samer Al Foory, Madi Bake, and Sarah Carlson are student employees with Campus Recreation's Sports Program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Monday, April 11, 2022 Huskers share their love of campus jobs for Student Employee Appreciation Week

Celebrate the personalities, skills and knowledge that UNL students bring to their campus jobs during National Student Employee Appreciation Week, April 5–11, 2022.