Diversity and Inclusion

The annual Homecoming celebration at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is Sept. 26 to Oct. 2, 2021.
Sunday, September 26, 2021 8 events for EVERYONE during Homecoming Week
Homecoming at NEBRASKA is much more than an autumn football game and student royalty. There are activities each day for entertainment, giving back, and showing your Husker spirit. Here are great activities that every student should seek out.

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Fridays in Fall 2021. [University of Nebraska-Lincoln]
Saturday, September 25, 2021 Fridays in Fall: Entertaining free(ish) activities at the end of every week
A weekly series highlighting free(ish) student-focused events on Friday afternoons and evenings in the fall semester.

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Tim Anderson, a third-year law student from Huntington Beach, California, stocks the shelves in the new East Campus Food Pantry.
Wednesday, September 15, 2021 Nebraska joins the Big Ten for One Big Week
From Sept. 13-18, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln joins its Big Ten institutional partners for One Big Week. The event challenges university communities to harness school pride for student support, including assisting students who depend on the services provided by the Husker Pantry.

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Students enjoy an ice cream cone at Cather Dining Center.
Monday, September 13, 2021 Dining Leadership Program helps students pay room and board
Currently in its first year, the Dining Student Leadership Program is a pilot program actively recruiting up to 35 first-year students who qualify for federal work-study. Participants will not only gain valuable experience for other fields and professions, but will provide an essential service to the campus community.

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Branched Oak Bike Ride with UNL Outdoor Adventures.
Friday, September 3, 2021 8 great events are happening Sept. 7–12
The first full week of September is also the third week of the semester. Here's a list of recommended campus events for Huskers to check out.

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A row of books with LGBTQA rainbow tag on the spine. [Shutterstock]
Wednesday, September 1, 2021 NU Press book series celebrates LGBTQ+ literature

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Closet graphic from the Daily Nebraskan
Wednesday, September 1, 2021 Lavender Closet to re-debut access to gender affirming clothing
For students who want gender affirming clothes, the team at the LGBTQA+ Center created a place to discreetly get free identity-affirming clothing and accessories. The Lavender Closet will have its grand reopening on Friday, Sept. 3 at 10 a.m. on the third floor of the Nebraska Union.

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Coffee Talks meet Mondays and Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. in the Nebraska Union.
Sunday, August 29, 2021 Big Red Welcome continues: 8 events to attend August 30-Sept. 3
Big Red Welcome events continue into the first six weeks of the semester. Here's 8 things for Huskers to do during the second week of fall semester.

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A few students play a get to know you game during the BIPOC Welcome Reception
Monday, August 23, 2021 UNL celebrates community during first annual BIPOC Greek welcome
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Multicultural Greek Council and National Pan-Hellenic Council partnered with the Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of People of Color, Multicultural Professionals Network and Office of Graduate Studies to put on the event and reach out to anyone interested in joining a multicultural sorority or fraternity.

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Friday, August 20, 2021 Inclusive policy recognizes Huskers’ chosen name, gender identities
Following more than a year of discussion, review and implementation, the University of Nebraska system has launched a Chosen Name and Gender Identity Policy, allowing students, faculty and staff at all NU campuses — including UNL — to select their chosen name, gender identity and pronouns.

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Club Fairs are happening August 25 & 26, 2021 at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.
Thursday, August 19, 2021 Explore nearly 150 student orgs at Club Fairs on August 25 & 26
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.

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Carolina Saquiche Dominguez portrait with graduation regalia
Friday, August 13, 2021 Campus, family supports help Dominguez realize collegiate dreams
Through support from family and University of Nebraska–Lincoln programs, Dominguez is realizing her college dream and will earn a degree in criminal justice on Aug. 14.

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Wahadi Allen (courtesy image)
Sunday, August 8, 2021 Being Black in Lincoln: Wahadi Allen has gone from rags to kitchens
The chef and dining center manager at the East Campus Dining Center is showcased in the popular Lincoln Journal Star series.

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UNL students enjoying an activity in the stands of Memorial Stadium. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]
Wednesday, August 4, 2021 Put these 10 can't-miss Big Red Welcome events on your calendar
Big Red Welcome stretches across the first six weeks of school, with dozens of varied events for all sorts of engaging experiences. Check out these crowd-pleasing activities that all occur before the first day of fall semester classes.

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Taylor Jarvis is an accounting major from Lincoln. She is a student government leader, serving as the internal vice president for the Association of Students of the University of Nebraska. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]
Tuesday, June 22, 2021 Leadership role helps Jarvis advocate for others
This Q&A is part of a weekly conversation series that is celebrating Pride Month on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Medium page.

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Nebraska's Jayven Brandt hopes to carry success he's realized on campus into his future work as an educator. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]
Wednesday, June 16, 2021 Brandt uses campus involvement to help LGBTQ+ and beyond
This Q&A is part of a weekly conversation series that is celebrating Pride Month on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Medium page.

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Thursday, June 10, 2021 12 different Pride Flags and their meanings

The following was compiled by the staff and students of the LGBTQA+ Center.


The rainbow Pride Flag has a rich and beautiful history. For more than 40 years, it's been an enduring symbol of community and solidarity, while continuously evolving to encompass additional identities, too.

Here's 12 flags that represent LGBTQA+ identities. While not an exhaustive list, this is a good place for allies to begin building their knowledge and understanding.

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Emily Cheramie, a walk-on for Husker Rifle, is using her platform to advocate for others and ensure being queer in athletics is normalized.
Wednesday, June 9, 2021 Cheramie advocates for LGBTQ+ acceptance within athletics
This Q&A is part of a weekly conversation series that is celebrating Pride Month on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Medium page.

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Nick Harp [Craig Chandler | University Communication]
Wednesday, June 2, 2021 Harp talks being ‘out’ in STEM, expanding LGBTQA+ resources
This Q&A is part of a weekly conversation series that is celebrating Pride Month on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Medium page.

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LGBTQA+ award winners for 2020 and 2021 were recently celebrated during a virtual event. Those earning the honors are were Katherine Burger, Ryan Fette, Nicholas Harp, Jake Piccini, Jen Skidmore and Corrie Svehla.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021 University celebrates LGBTQA+ award winners
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln recently celebrated six Huskers whose work and dedication have elevated the LGBTQ community on campus and beyond.

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