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Friday, September 20, 2019 Annual Multicultural Greek Stroll Off finds new home at Lied Center

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s annual Multicultural Greek Stroll Off will make its Lied Center for Performing Arts debut on Saturday, Sept. 21.

Tuesday, September 10, 2019 CARE, LGBTQA+ and Women’s Centers align for greater student support

Located on the third floor of the Nebraska Union, the university's LGBTQA+ Resource and Women’s Centers have a long history of supporting Huskers of all identities, experiences and backgrounds.

UNL's new Greek Affairs Director Leigh Thiedeman smiles in her office on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Tuesday, September 10, 2019 Well-being, welcoming attitude among top priorities for new Greek director

To Leigh Thiedeman, being the director of the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life is about more than improving the program. It’s about being a support system and establishing bonds between Greek life members and staff.

Monday, August 12, 2019 Husker Dialogues seeks conversation guides

Students, faculty and staff at Nebraska can register to lead small group conversations during this fall's Husker Dialogues event.

Morgan Smith, a graduate research assistant, shows a tote of fresh vegetables available at Husker Pantry. The pantry and Money Management Center have moved from the Nebraska Union to the University Health Center.

Friday, August 9, 2019 Pantry, money management move to University Health Center

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Husker Pantry and Student Money Management programs have moved to the University Health Center.

Recently renovated, the Georgian Suite will now be known as Chimney Rock.

Wednesday, July 31, 2019 Nebraska Union renames rooms to honor state heritage, landmarks

A student adds a signature to the Wall of Fame inside the LGBTQA+ Resource Center.

Friday, June 28, 2019 LGBTQA advocacy on campus spans nearly 50 years

In contrast to the rollicking Pride Month celebrations across the globe in June, the LGBTQA+ Resource Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is quieter in the summer term – with fewer students around – but no less active advocating change to make the campus a safer, more inclusive place.

Tuesday, May 14, 2019 Ramesh strives to expand inclusion, diversity in tech

When she was young, Gauri Ramesh would spend much of her time writing stories. After she finished, she created websites in order to share them with her friends and family.

First-year students at Husker Dialogues events learn hands-on ways to increase diversity and inclusion on campus.

Friday, May 10, 2019 Husker Dialogues seeks conversation guides

Students, faculty and staff at Nebraska can register to lead small group conversations during this fall's Husker Dialogues event.

Wednesday, April 17, 2019 Student Involvement honors 13 Husker-led projects, leaders

From an inclusive homecoming dance to food drive for a campus pantry, student-led work at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln was celebrated during the Student Impact Awards on April 11.

Friday, April 12, 2019 Student Kai Meacham honored for LGBTQA+ supports

Thursday, April 11, 2019 Holi celebration to feature Indian food, color throws

A celebration of India's annual spring festival, Holi, will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. April 14 at the Selleck sand volleyball courts.

Friday, March 22, 2019 Despite obstacles, Native American advocate persevered

Colette Yellow Robe knows firsthand how life can get in the way of a student’s dreams. While growing up on the Winnebago Reservation in northeast Nebraska, the high school honors student nursed an ambition for an advanced degree – even though she didn't always have the courage to say it.

Monday, March 4, 2019 Nominations open for Student Impact Awards

Nominations are now open for Nebraska's Student Impact Awards, which honor registered student organization officers, members and faculty advisors.

Wednesday, February 27, 2019 Women's Week at Nebraska to celebrate 40th year

For the 40th year, Women’s Week at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln will honor the accomplishments of women and the struggles they face today.

Alex Chapman talks during the student-led "Hate Will Never Win" rally at the Coliseum on Feb. 14, 2018.

Friday, February 22, 2019 ‘Hate Will Never Win’ continues with diversity, inclusion program

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s student-led “Hate Will Never Win” initiative is expanding under a new name. Now called "Power of Huskers, the student-led project continues with a “Discovering Our Story: Power of HUSKERS” activity at 5 p.m. Feb. 27 in the Willa Cather Dining Center, Red Cloud Room.

The True Black History Museum includes original documents from historic figures such as Booker T. Washington (pictured), Mary McLeod Bethune and Barack Obama.

Thursday, February 21, 2019 True Black History Museum coming to Nebraska Union

The True Black History Museum, a traveling exhibition with more than 1,000 artifacts dating from the late 1600s to the 21st century, will be on display from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 22 in the Nebraska Union’s Colonial Room.

Monday, February 4, 2019 Nominations sought for women of character, courage and commitment

Nominations for the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Women of Character, Courage and Commitment recognition are being sought. Nominees will be honored during a Women’s History Month banquet on March 7. All nominations are due Feb. 7.

Monday, January 28, 2019 Fagan to kick off Our Nebraska events

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln will host a weeklong series of events exploring diversity and inclusion issues. The Our Nebraska program, previously known as the Empowerment Forum, is Jan. 28-31.

Nebraska's Charlie Foster (center) talks with Huskers Angelica Solomon and Anthony Vu in the OASIS study lounge. Foster was awarded the 2019 Chancellor's Fulfilling the Dream award.

Friday, January 25, 2019 Foster's pursuit of diversity, inclusion excellence earns MLK honor

Charlie Foster has adopted a limitless approach to her work enhancing diversity and inclusion at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.