Diversity and Inclusion

A student at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln holds a candle during the Take Back the Night candlelight vigil outside the Nebraska Union on Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018, in Lincoln, Nebraska. | Daily Nebraskan, Photo by Johnna Sisneros

Wednesday, October 10, 2018 Women's Center, Sigma Psi Zeta host vigil honoring domestic abuse victims

Sigma Psi Zeta, an Asian-centered sorority, and the Women’s Center hosted the Oct. 9 event as part of the Week Without Violence.

Students participate in the Homecoming parade

Thursday, September 27, 2018 Four alumni to be honored during multicultural homecoming

University of Nebraska–Lincoln homecoming activities will include the launch of a new hall of fame to honor outstanding multicultural alumni.

Monday, September 24, 2018 Peppermint to offer free talk Oct. 1

Peppermint, an American actress, singer, reality television personality, drag queen and transgender activist, will speak about her experiences from 8 to 10 p.m. Oct. 1 at the Coliseum. The talk is free and open to the public.

Members of Delta Xi Nu at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Monday, September 24, 2018 Multicultural sorority invites women to embrace different cultures

On April 7, 2018, Delta Xi Nu became officially recognized at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln after a year of interest group status.

An audience of more than 600 watched as six student groups competed Sept. 7 in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s annual Multicultural Greek Stroll-Off competition.

Monday, September 10, 2018 Stroll off highlights multicultural side of Greek life

The Mandela Fellows celebrated America's Independence Day by making popular foods from their home countries for a potluck picnic at St. Mark's On-The-Campus.

Friday, July 20, 2018 Mandela fellows forge global partnerships at Nebraska

Participants in the 2018 Lavender Graduation

Wednesday, May 2, 2018 17 grads honored at Lavender Graduation, Chancellor's Awards honor contributions to GLBT Community

Eleven undergraduates, two graduate students and four doctoral student participated in the Tenth Annual Lavender Graduation hosted by the LGBTQA+ Resource Center on Thursday, April 19. The ceremony honored graduates as well as individuals whose outstanding contributions have positively impacted the LGBTQA+ community.

Donde Plowman, Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Academic Officer, presented certificates to recipients of the Chancellor's Award for Outstanding Contributions to the GLBT Community. The following individuals were recognized:

The Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center will be open until midnight April 29 through May 3.

Wednesday, April 18, 2018 End the semester on a healthy and positive note

To help students better manage demands of end-of-the-semester assignments, projects and tests, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is expanding study space hours and offering a series of stress-reducing events.

Members of EMERALD collect feminine hygiene items to donate to Native American reservations.

Wednesday, March 14, 2018 Nebraska Greek community welcomes a new Latina sorority interest group

Members of EMERALD collected feminine hygiene products to donate to the UNITE fundraiser. UNITE will donate the goods to Native American reservations where sanitary feminine products are often unaffordable and unattainable, affecting their school attendance.

CAPS website (https://health.unl.edu/counseling-and-psychological-services-caps)

Monday, February 26, 2018 CAPS website redesign offers new resources

Counseling and Psychological Services redesigned its website this semester to better provide information about services and mental health to the campus community.

Monday, February 19, 2018 Tetreault honored for research contributions

Pat Tetreault, director of the LGBTQA+ Resource Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, received the 2018 Research Recognition Award from the American College Personnel Association (ACPA) Coalition for Sexual and Gender Identities.

The award recognizes the completed or ongoing research on gender and sexuality in higher education. Since 2007, Tetreault has conducted research to advance the LGBTQA+ community.

“I am grateful to learn from and connect with others while doing this work,” said Tetreault. “It enriches my life and my ability to help create positive change.”

Give Back. Big. winners, fall 2017: Camp Kesem and Resilient Women

Thursday, November 30, 2017 Resilient Women and Camp Kesem win ‘Give Back. Big.’ grants

Two Recognized Student Organizations at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln received $1,000 each toward their proposed projects through the Center for Civic Engagement’s ‘Give Back. Big.’ program.

Rising Star recipient Brianna Ridenour with her three nominators, Moi Padilla, Veronica Riepe and Samantha Kennelly.

Friday, November 10, 2017 NASPA recognizes Brianna Ridenour with Rising Star Award

University of Nebraska-Lincoln senior Brianna Ridenour received the NASPA IV-W Undergraduate Rising Star Award at the regional conference held in Lincoln Nov. 7-9.

Friday, October 27, 2017 Celebrating 10 years of the LGBTQA+ Resource Center

In August 2007, the LGBTQA+ Resource Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln opened its doors. In the ten years since the center opened, the campus has incorporated a number of policies and initiatives to support the LGBTQA community.

Richard Harris presents "Disability Humor: The Bridge Over the Discomfort Gap"to employees at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Tuesday, October 24, 2017 Harris leads conversation on disabilities

On Friday, Oct. 27, more than 70 employees at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln participated in a professional development program on disabilities and interpersonal communication sponsored by Student Affairs. Presenter Richard Harris, retired director of student disability services at Ball State University, addressed common stereotypes through cartoons and led a discussion on how cartoons have brought disability issues to the mainstream.

Harris offered the following tips for working with individuals with disabilities:

6 Weeks of Welcome Infographic - Big Red Welcome at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Monday, October 16, 2017 Six Weeks of Welcome and countless activities

As students enjoy Fall Break, it's worth noting the number of activities and accomplishments from the beginning of the semester.

Friday, October 13, 2017 ‘Check Up From the Neck Up’ raises awareness, fights stigma

More than 100 students received free screenings for depression, anxiety, stress and other mood conditions at Nebraska Medicine–University Health Center’s annual Check Up From the Neck Up event on Oct. 5.

Tuesday, October 10, 2017 Students discuss Latinx culture at Dish It Up

On Tuesday, Oct. 3, Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services (OASIS) co-sponsored a late night Dish It Up session facilitated by the Mexican-American Student Association (MASA).

Students color pages from the Women's Center.

Tuesday, September 12, 2017 New student leadership retreat to focus on inclusive leadership

The retreat entitled Leadership Out LOUD: Building Confident Leaders and Vocal Advocates will take place October 20-21, 2017. Applications are due Oct. 6.

Delta Sigma Theta and Sigma Lambda Beta at University of Nebraska-Lincoln win the Stroll Off competition.

Monday, September 11, 2017 Delta Sigma Theta and Sigma Lambda Beta earn Stroll Off top honors

Hosted by the Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services (OASIS) in conjunction with the National Pan-Hellenic Council and Multicultural Greek Councils at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, this year’s event included three fraternities and three sororities competing for recognition plaques and a cash prize.