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Wednesday, February 2, 2022 ASUN, COVID-19 Task Force partner to provide KN95 masks for campus

An initiative started by the Association of Students of the University of Nebraska has led to the availability of four KN95 masks for every student, faculty and staff.

Aerial view of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln north past Love Library

Wednesday, January 26, 2022 Nominations open for Chancellor’s Outstanding Contribution to Women Award

Nominations are open for the Chancellor’s Outstanding Contribution to Women Award.

Students portion beans and rice into baggies for the Food Bank of Lincoln

Friday, January 21, 2022 Huskers pack 2,128 meals for MLK Week service project

Nearly 120 University of Nebraska–Lincoln volunteers packed 2,128 rice and bean meals this week as part of a service project honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Monday, January 10, 2022 Nominations open for student luminary, service to students awards

Nominations are being sought for the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Student Luminary Awards — an honor designed to recognize 10 students for their exceptional leadership and commitment — and the James V. Griesen Service to Students Award.

Friday, October 1, 2021 Cornstock, parade headline homecoming festivities Oct. 1

Events across campus will take place Oct. 1, the penultimate day of homecoming week at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, including the rejuvenated Cornstock festival.

[Art by Andrea Atkinson | Daily Nebraskan]

Tuesday, September 28, 2021 NU’s new gender and chosen name policy promotes inclusion

[Daily Nebraskan] Students can identify a chosen name by accessing their student information system with no documentation needed. From there, the student’s chosen name will be used “wherever possible in the course of University education, business and communication,” according to the policy statement.

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.

Scrabble board graphic with REACH acronym spelled out

Thursday, September 23, 2021 REACH teaches students to assist those dealing with suicide

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s REACH Training program encourages students to connect with those struggling with suicidal thoughts.

Aerial view of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln across the Meiers Commons.

Monday, September 13, 2021 Faculty, staff sought to serve on University Conduct Board

The Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards is seeking faculty and staff to volunteer as members of the University Conduct Board. Board members receive training and serve on conduct boards for cases as their time permits throughout the year.

Tuesday, August 24, 2021 University leaders provide advice to new, returning Huskers for school year

Over the summer, The Daily Nebraskan asked the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s top administrators their advice to new and returning Huskers as they begin or continue their UNL experience.

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.

Volunteers gather before the opening of the Project Connect and Standdown inside the Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Thursday, August 19, 2021 UNL's 9/11 National Day of Service event is happening soon. Sign up now.

More than 300 local volunteers are needed to provide a one-day, one-stop shop of health and human services for people experiencing homelessness in Lincoln. The event is September 14 at the Pinnacle Bank Arena.

Sunday, August 15, 2021 DOs and DON'Ts: What you need to know on the day of your saliva test

On the day of your COVID-19 saliva test, these are the things you should do before, during, and after the test so you can give a good sample.

Friday, August 13, 2021 Are the COVID-19 vaccines safe and effective?

Dr. Heather Eberspacher, medical director at the University Health Center, explains the safety and effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines.

Wednesday, August 11, 2021 If vaccines don’t stop every case of COVID-19, what’s the point?

Dr. Heather Eberspacher, medical director at the University Health Center, explains why, even if vaccines don’t stop every case of COVID-19, you should still get vaccinated.

Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Rice is a menu option for the Meal Kits available on August 16.

Wednesday, August 4, 2021 Meal Kit Mondays return at the Rec & Wellness Center

After a summer hiatus, the popular kits have returned with expanded offerings and dates. Upcoming menu choices include: Caprese Chicken Pasta; Cajun Shrimp; and Crispy Vegan Potato Tacos. Here's how to place an order.

Tuesday, July 13, 2021 Researcher developing tool to help women support survivors of sexual assault

Nebraska’s Anna Jaffe is collaborating with Husker sorority members to develop a web-based, social network-driven tool that will help these women support survivors of sexual assault in the long term — without alcohol.

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.

Monday, April 26, 2021 Red Memorial is April 29

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln will host the annual Red Memorial, an annual reflection to remember and celebrate the lives of students, faculty, staff and alumni who died during the current academic year.

Friday, April 16, 2021 On-campus vaccination clinic is April 20

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln, with support from the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department, will hold an on-campus vaccination clinic on April 20.