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Students meet Nov. 18 during one of the twice-weekly Coffee Talks at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's Nebraska Union. Coffee Talks bring together domestic and international students for conversations on campus life, culture and more.

Thursday, November 21, 2019 Coffee Talks bring together domestic, international students

Friendships and conversations are brewing through weekly Coffee Talks at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Launched as a pilot project in April 2016 by Student Involvement, the program brings together domestic and international students to explore life on campus, cultures and anything else that comes to mind during hour-long chats in the Nebraska Union.

Nebraska Sens. Tom Brandt and Patty Pansing Brooks (left) laugh during a Nov. 19 panel on civility in the Nebraska Union.

Thursday, November 21, 2019 Nebraska union: State senators offer thoughts on civil discourse

Favor the face-to-face or the phone call to the email or the tweet. Step into another’s experience and invite them into yours. Engage in self-reflection. Five Nebraska senators shared the civility lessons they’ve learned and practiced on the floor of the country’s only unicameral, non-partisan legislature during a Nov. 19 panel discussion that capped the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Peace and Civility project.

Students sit in the cafeteria for a meal inside the Selleck Dining Center on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Wednesday, November 20, 2019 Curious Cornhuskers: Is housing planning to renovate Selleck dining hall and put in a food court?

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln will convert the Selleck Dining Center into a more a la carte style, like a food court that will open in fall 2020.

Nebraska Capitol lit red for Glow Big Red

Friday, November 15, 2019 State senators featured in civil discourse panel

Nebraska’s historically non-partisan legislative body and how state senators engage in civil discourse is the focus of a Nov. 19 panel at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Thursday, November 14, 2019 Writer Gabby Rivera to speak Nov. 15

Writer and storyteller Gabby Rivera will speak at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15 in the Nebraska Union Auditorium. Rivera, a queer Latinx writer living in Oakland, California, is the author of the 2016 young adult novel “Juliet Takes a Breath” and the 2017-18 comic book “America,” featuring Marvel’s first queer Latina superhero, America Chavez.

Peter Owens, a sophomore economics major from Omaha, participated in a Converge Nebraska conversation this semester. The program pairs two students of different political ideologies for conversations about their beliefs.

Thursday, November 14, 2019 Huskers talk politics, respect through Converge Nebraska

On a campus of 30,000 people, clashing viewpoints are inevitable. Approaching those disagreements with respect, empathy and understanding makes all the difference. Students at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln had that idea in mind when they created Converge Nebraska, a program that brings together Huskers of different political ideologies for conversations about their beliefs.

Students talk during the Husker Dialogues at the start of the fall semester. A new student-led project starting Nov. 10 aims to increase civil discourse on campus.

Friday, November 8, 2019 Student-led project aims to increase civil discourse on campus

In an era where extreme viewpoints hinder national debate and social interactions, a student-led project is encouraging civil discourse at University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Fall colors at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Thursday, November 7, 2019 Explore Lincoln: 5 things to do this November

Welcome to Explore Lincoln, a monthly column that features events, exhibitions and interesting things to do on campus and across Lincoln.

Retreat attendees will discuss their experiences with diversity and inclusion while learning how to offer a more inclusive environment.

Thursday, November 7, 2019 Inclusion and diversity retreat to train student leaders

Aspiring student leaders at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln have an opportunity to learn how to incorporate diversity and inclusiveness into their leadership skills. Student leaders are invited to apply for the Inclusive Leadership Retreat on Sunday, Nov. 10, from 1 to 6 p.m. in the Willa Cather Dining Complex. The deadline to turn in an application is Thursday, Nov. 8, and there is space for up to 150 students.

FreeQuency will perform their slam poetry on topics such as gender-based and African American culture and issues on Friday, Nov. 8, in the Nebraska Union Ballroom at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 7, 2019 Award-winning slam poet FreeQuency to perform

The 2018 Women of the World Poetry Slam champion Mwende “FreeQuency” Katwiwa will perform in an event co-sponsored by the University Program Council and the Women’s Center Nov. 8.

Alyssa Mettler, graduate assistant in the LGBTQA+ Resource Center, organizes clothes in the newly opened Lavender Closet.

Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Lavender Closet provides clothing, support for students

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s LGBTQA+ Resource Center has opened a new spot for Huskers to find free, gender-affirming clothing on campus.

The LGBTQA+ Resource Center is accepting donations for the Lavender Closet, which will provide students with free clothes that align with their gender identity.

Wednesday, October 16, 2019 Clothing donations sought for Lavender Closet

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln's LGBTQA+ Resource Center is seeking clothing donations for a new campus resource, the Lavender Closet.

Vice President of University of Nebraska-Lincoln Intertribal Exchange (UNITE) Luta Menard poses for a portrait outside of Andersen Hall on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Tuesday, October 15, 2019 UNITE spreads awareness of Native American culture

On Monday, members of the University of Nebraska Inter-Tribal Exchange strolled around campus, handing out flyers and telling the University of Nebraska-Lincoln community why they were celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day instead of Columbus Day. This is just one of the ways UNITE strives to educate students on Native American issues throughout the year.

Hands with "Not on My Campus" written across them

Tuesday, October 15, 2019 Photo booth to combat negative messages

A photo booth to combat negative messages will be set up from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 15-17 in the Nebraska Union. Participants can write, display and photograph the hate and negativity they want to erase from campus.

Ferris wheel in front of Nebraska's Memorial Stadium at the homecoming Cornstock festival.

Sunday, October 6, 2019 Looking back: N150 Homecoming

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln combined historic campus traditions with modern twists to present a Husker homecoming like no other. Celebrating the university's 150th anniversary, the 2019 Homecoming featured an expanded slate of events, a rejuvenated Cornstock festival, the university's largest parade ever, a live performance by "The Voice" finalist Hannah Huston, and many family-friendly opportunities.

Jake Piccini (center) dances with friends during the Rainbow Ball on Oct. 4 in the Great Hall of the Kauffman Residential Center. The LGBTQA-friendly event is a new homecoming tradition at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Saturday, October 5, 2019 Huskers celebrate pride, homecoming at Rainbow Ball

About 150 students attended the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's second annual Rainbow Ball, which was held the evening of Oct. 4 at Kauffman Hall. They nibbled on hors d'oeuvres, posed for silly pictures in the pride-themed photo booth and danced to music provided by the UNL DJ Club.

The Multicultural Center Hall of Fame awards are hosted by the Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services. The 2019 ceremony is Oct. 4 in the Gaughan Multicultural Center.

Friday, October 4, 2019 Four Huskers named to Multicultural Hall of Fame

Four University of Nebraska–Lincoln alumni will be honored as the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center’s 2019 Hall of Fame class. Inductees are Rebekka Schlichting (Class of 2016), assistant director of Vision Maker Media; Marthaellen Florence (1980), director of community, Nebraska Educational Telecommunication; Ben Salazar (1973), activist for the Latino community; and Phat Nguyen (2018), platoon leader for the U.S. Army.

Monday, September 30, 2019 Students celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Fiesta on the Green

Recently, students across campus gathered near the Nebraska Union for Fiesta on the Green — an event celebrating Hispanic food, dance, music and more. The celebration was hosted by the Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Multiple registered students organizations, including the Mexican American Student Association, attended the event. Nebraska Today sat down with Miguel Avila Garcia, president of MASA, for a Q&A about Fiesta on the Green and the work his organization is doing on campus.

Thursday, September 26, 2019 N150 celebration spurs homecoming expansion

Tuesday, September 24, 2019 ‘The Defamation Experience’ tackles social issues through interactive theater

“The Defamation Experience” is an interactive and riveting new way of understanding the United States legal system through theater. A courtroom drama play, “The Defamation Experience” touches on topics of race, social class, religion and gender. Audience interaction is key throughout this play because the audience acts as the jury.