Fraternity and Sorority Life

Man in red coat stands outside saliva testing pod

Thursday, February 11, 2021 Winter chill shifts COVID-19 re-entry testing indoors

Due to anticipated frigid temperatures, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s saliva-based COVID-19 testing is moving indoors Feb. 11-13.

UNL Business International Student Association was one of 140 clubs at the SpringFest club fair. (photo: Instagram @unlbisa)

Wednesday, February 10, 2021 Did you miss the SpringFest club fair? Here are the 140 groups that participated.

In the twilight hours one evening last week, about 200 Huskers powered up their Zoom personas one more time before calling it a day - yet it wasn't for another class lecture or remote concert. For a couple hours, the students casually scrolled and virtually strolled the annual SpringFest Club Fair, hosted by Student Involvement.

Friday, January 29, 2021 Delta Sigma Theta hosts spring sorority rush event February 6

Current members will present greater details about about the sorority and the local Omicron Chapter and answer questions that attendees have about the organization.

Student shows Safer Community app on phone.

Sunday, January 17, 2021 CHECKLIST: How to sign up for your COVID-19 saliva test

In order to begin the spring semester safely, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is implementing new COVID-19 testing protocols. As the Chancellor articulated on January 11, your compliance and participation are crucial to keeping the campus and the Lincoln community safe.

Nebraska’s Yajvoo Shrestha shows the Safer Community app to be used as part of COVID testing on campus this spring.

Wednesday, January 13, 2021 Safer Community mobile app available for download

Safer Community — the smartphone app that will be used with saliva-based COVID-19 testing in the spring semester — is available for download.

Huskers gather for a candlelight vigil inside the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center.

Monday, December 7, 2020 A Magnificent Milestone: Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center Turns 10

A decade of warm welcomes to all who enter.

Friday, November 20, 2020 Theta Xi members get tested to protect family, friends, public

The members of Theta Xi fraternity at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln have embraced the opportunity to participate in COVID-19 testing prior to Thanksgiving break.

Friday, November 6, 2020 Planning for your return home during COVID-19: 3 W’s & 3 C’s

You’re likely looking forward to reconnecting with family and friends during the winter break. However, this year will need to be different to help protect yourself and those around you. Your plan should have 3 W’s: wearing masks, watching your distance, washing your hands and 3 C’s: avoiding crowds, close contact and confined spaces.

Cheering on Husker football with masks and social distancing

Friday, October 23, 2020 HUSKER HOMEGATING: Make a plan for fun and safe football watch parties

Football Saturdays are a fun tradition for all Nebraskans — but as cases of COVID-19 continue to rise throughout the state, it’s important that fans work together to prevent the virus from spreading. Here are a few tips for celebrating upcoming game days while protecting yourself and others.

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 20 Huskers named 2020 homecoming royalty finalists

Twenty senior students have been selected as University of Nebraska–Lincoln homecoming royalty finalists.

Monday, October 19, 2020 Bleed Husker Red Homecoming Blood Drive Oct. 26-29

The 2020 Bleed Husker Red Blood Drive will be from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day, Oct. 26-29, in the Centennial Room of Nebraska Union. Participants should sign up ahead of time online.

Saturday, October 10, 2020 Why you should NOT move home to isolate or quarantine

The dilemma over where to quarantine or isolate for COVID-19 can leave students feeling wary. Read on to understand your best options if you find yourself in either situation.

Friday, October 9, 2020 Black Greek 101 event offered via Zoom

Black Greek 101 will take place from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Oct. 12 via Zoom.

Thursday, September 24, 2020 Alpha Gamma Sigma installs temperature scanner to prevent outbreaks within house

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Alpha Gamma Sigma fraternity installed a temperature screening system in the chapter house to reduce the potential spread of COVID-19 within the fraternity.

Wednesday, September 23, 2020 Group quarantines end for Greek chapters, Eastside Suites

Thursday, September 17, 2020 Student leaders urged to participate in Sept. 24 town hall

To bring student leaders together in a collective conversation about COVID-19 planning and response, ASUN and Student Affairs are hosting a webinar with Q&A at 6:30 p.m. Thursday. Student leaders are encouraged to participate.

Thursday, September 10, 2020 Omicron Delta Kappa applicants sought

Omicron Delta Kappa — one of four members of the Honor Society Caucus, a consortium of the most prestigious honor societies in the country — is now accepting applications from college juniors and seniors who have a cumulative GPA in the top 35% of their class in their respective college.

Wednesday, September 2, 2020 Chancellor tells UNL's Greeks 'no negativity' associated with quarantining houses

"There is no negativity associated with a quarantine," Green said during the meeting, according to an audio recording shared with the Journal Star. "I would point to and say that is actually very positive leadership that if you're in that situation, that you're following the guidance."

Friday, August 28, 2020 11 campus happenings to check out this week

Civic challenge fair, coffee talks, study abroad, and career fair preparations are some of the highlights students can join August 31 to September 6, 2020.

Wednesday, August 26, 2020 Quarantine a key part of campus COVID-19 protections

Two weeks, 14 days or 336 hours. Just enough time to binge every episode of “The Office,” “Stranger Things” and “Community,” plus all 23 Marvel superhero movies — with a few hours to spare for studying, sleeping, eating and restroom breaks.