Community Engagement

Wednesday, May 24, 2023 Student life at Nebraska by the numbers

Explore student leadership, involvement and experiences during the 2022-23 academic year by the numbers.

Trees blossom along the walkway outside Canfield Administration building.

Monday, May 15, 2023 Photos | A visual recap of Spring 2023

Scroll and enjoy more than 60 images curated to celebrate this semester. Campus traditions and memories burst into vision in celebration of student life; recognized student organizations; award ceremonies; fraternities and sororities; community engagement; and so much more. GO BIG RED!

Monday, May 8, 2023 Photos | Spring 2023 Awards & Recognition

Over 50 Huskers were recently honored for their impact on campus during the 2022-23 academic year. Scroll through our photo story to view students and organizations recognized at Student Luminary Awards, RHA/NRHH End of the Year Awards, DEI Impact Awards and Student Impact Awards.

Wednesday, April 5, 2023 Plant-based dishes bring sustainability to dining centers for month of April

Dining Services is participating in Earthstock 2023 by featuring plant-based dishes every Thursday in April at the Abel, Cather, East, and Harper Dining Centers.

A student casts a ballot in Nebraska Union during the 2020 general election Nov. 3, 2020. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Wednesday, March 29, 2023 University earns Voter Friendly Campus designation

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln was named a 2023-24 Voter Friendly Campus, one of 258 campuses in 38 states and the District of Columbia by Fair Elections Center's, Campus Vote Project and , NASPA — Student Affairs Administrators.

Bree Bell, a freshman from Omaha, sorts food in the storage room at Matt Talbot in January during the month's Engage Lincoln event, which coincided with MLK Week. Engage Lincoln events happen the third week of each month. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Friday, February 24, 2023 Engage Lincoln lifts up community through student service

The community of Lincoln is greatly benefiting from the generosity of University of Nebraska–Lincoln students.

University of Nebraska–Lincoln students enjoy time with certified therapy dogs at the BIG REG PAWP UP activity in Love Library South. February 9, 2023. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Sunday, February 12, 2023 Seven ongoing events you can enjoy numerous times on campus

Many activities occur only one or two times in a semester - you either make it or you miss it all together. Luckily, there are numerous events and meet-ups that recur regularly at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Here are seven to check out during the spring semester.

Spring Club Fair in the Nebraska Union. January 31, 2023 [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Sunday, February 12, 2023 Did you miss Spring Club Fair? These student orgs were there.

Hundreds of students mingled and connected with nearly 76 recognized student organizations (RSOs) at the annual spring affair that happened on January 31, 2023.

Monday, February 6, 2023 Husker Vote Coalition registering students to vote in upcoming local elections

Local primary and general elections will occur in April and May. UNL students can register to be voters during one of 10 on-campus voter registration sites occurring in February and hosted by Husker Vote Coalition.

Student scoops oatmeal into a bag to create food packets.

Thursday, January 26, 2023 UNL students put together oatmeal packs for Center for People in Need

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – University of Nebraska-Lincoln students and other volunteers helped package hunger kits on Wednesday for the Center for People in Need.

Members of Delta Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. display at the Spring Club Fair in the Nebraska Union Centennial Room in 2019. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, January 25, 2023 Spring Club Fair to showcase 79 student groups and orgs

In a single location on Jan. 31, explore dozens of recognized student organizations (RSOs) to join for social, professional and leadership interests. RSO members will be on hand to provide details about their organization and answer questions from prospective members. Here are the event details and club names.

A few students smile for a photo at Life In Lincoln: Global Groove

Tuesday, December 13, 2022 PHOTOS: Falling for Nebraska U in '22

Undergraduate students participate in a discussion in a Sociology class at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Wednesday, November 30, 2022 Before leaving for Winter Break, do these things

The last days of the semester are crazy busy. Use this checklist in the final two weeks to take care of things before you depart campus.

Thursday, October 20, 2022 Husker Vote Coalition gets students engaged in democracy

Throughout the fall semester, a common sight in the Nebraska Unions and college buildings has been students getting the word out about the upcoming election. These vote ambassadors are members of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Husker Vote Coalition, a student-led initiative to engage students in the democratic process.

Sunday, September 25, 2022 Global, cultural, and alumni themes accent the campus activities happening Sept. 26-Oct. 2

In addition to the week-long festivities and revelry accompanying the annual Homecoming Week, we found eight more events and activities to engage you

Katie Furlong, a senior from Dallas, adds a bike to the finished side of the repair area in the Outdoor Adventures Center Bike Shop.

Friday, September 23, 2022 Campus bike resources keep Huskers pedaling

From ice cream bike rides to rentals and repairs, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and community organizations provide resources for bike enthusiasts and newbies alike.

The east side of Memorial Stadium is illuminated by the Ferris wheel during the 2021 Cornstock Festival.

Tuesday, September 20, 2022 University to celebrate homecoming with ‘Husker Throwback’

This year’s University of Nebraska–Lincoln homecoming week runs Sept. 26 to Oct. 1 and will carry the theme “Husker Throwback.”

Connecting with friends from home can help keep you motivated, but be sure to push yourself to make new friendships as well.

Monday, September 12, 2022 Taking action: How to work through feelings of homesickness

Beginning your college career and adjusting to life at UNL can be exciting, and yet, can often lead to feelings of homesickness. It is normal to experience these feelings in your first year and even later into college as you adjust to being back on campus. Read these tips to help you cope and adjust.

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.

First-year Huskers gather on the Nebraska Union Plaza for the Urban Plunge volunteer project, August 19, 2021. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs Marketing & Communication]

Monday, July 25, 2022 200+ student volunteers sought for Urban Plunge

The first-year student service event Urban Plunge features opportunities for Huskers to help local nonprofit orgnaizations with yard work, serving meals to participants, and sorting donations. The event happens from 9 to 11 a.m. August 19, 2022.