Fraternity and Sorority Life

Students participate in campus events with friends.

Sunday, August 15, 2021 5 ways to make friends on campus this fall

Building your social circle is one of the most essential steps to finding your home on campus and improving your overall well-being. Follow these five steps to meet people with similar interests, create a close-knit support system and grow your network for a memorable college experience.

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.

Miller Hall, prior to being razed in summer 2021. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, August 13, 2021 What's new and what's moved since you were last on campus

For true first-year students, you may not even notice. For upper-level students, you might have been away from campus much longer than this past summer. As you step onto campus again, here's a few things that might catch your attention.

Carolina Saquiche Dominguez portrait with graduation regalia

Friday, August 13, 2021 Campus, family supports help Dominguez realize collegiate dreams

Through support from family and University of Nebraska–Lincoln programs, Dominguez is realizing her college dream and will earn a degree in criminal justice on Aug. 14.

Hand holding COVID-19 vaccination sticker

Wednesday, July 21, 2021 Seven more Huskers collect vaccine registry prizes

Seven Huskers have been named winners in the second week of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine Registry giveaway.

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.

Student holds up vaccination card for COVID-19

Friday, July 2, 2021 Voluntary vaccine registry launches; first giveaway is July 5

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine Registry is live for students, faculty and staff. Announced June 23 by Chancellor Ronnie Green, the registry allows vaccinated Huskers to record their status, earning an exemption from university plans for regular saliva-based COVID-19 testing in the fall.

Maddie Washburn, a senior in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications,

Wednesday, May 5, 2021 Washburn snaps up ‘super’ opportunity in run to graduation

Maddie Washburn discovered her dream job in an opportunity earned while studying at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. A senior double major in journalism and sports media, Washburn is preparing to receive her degree on May 8. She came to the university with a knack for photography that she honed and developed into a passion. It led her to the sidelines where she snapped images of Huskers in action, NFL stars in the Super Bowl and the recent NFL Draft.

Nebraska's Luke Bogus, a member of the Raikes School

Wednesday, May 5, 2021 Bogus ‘living the dream’ as he prepares for graduation, Microsoft gig

Four years ago, Luke Bogus came to Nebraska U and its Raikes School of Computer Science and Management having not written a single line of code. In five days, he’ll graduate as an entrepreneur (having helped create Brim, a mobile ordering app for small businesses); a highly-involved undergrad who stepped up to be a leader in the Cornhusker Marching Band, his fraternity and other organizations; and, through internship experiences, a soon-to-be Microsoft employee.

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.

Friday, April 9, 2021 Chancellor's email: Sign up for UNL student COVID-19 vaccine registry

Today, a portal has been opened for a Vaccine Registry for all UNL students who wish to be vaccinated. This portal will be open to UNL students for four days and will close at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 11. Therefore, it is essential that you sign up quickly.

Students (from left) Samantha Moore, William Roarty and Jace Armstrong let the wind do the work as they blow bubbles outside the Nebraska Union during Spring Breakout on March 29. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, April 2, 2021 Wind power | Photo of the week

Students Samantha Moore, William Roarty and Jace Armstrong let the wind do the work as they blow bubbles outside the Nebraska Union during Spring Breakout on March 29.

Numerous organizations comprise the Multicultural Greek Council at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. [courtesy image. photo taken prior to COVID-19 pandemic]

Friday, April 2, 2021 "Meet the Greeks" slated for April 9

Multicultural Greek Council is hosting a virtual showcase event for Husker students to learn about the numerous organizations, benefits, and traditions that make up the MGC at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Sunday, March 28, 2021 Event approvals open to dances

As a result of changing Directed Health Measures and related university policies, restrictions on numerous activities this spring have loosened over the course of the semester. This includes activities like intramural sports, banquets, philanthropies, and now dances.

A committee of eight student leaders and three staff members developed the new policies to increase potential social engagement while aligning with requirements established by the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department.

Friday, March 19, 2021 March 29 is the SPRING BREAKOUT

Even though there isn't a traditional spring break this year, Huskers can have some fun-in-the-sun at a special event on campus March 29.

The Lied Center for Perfroming Arts will present the IBEX Puppetry Show on March 4, 2021.

Friday, February 26, 2021 10 events you won't want to miss out on this week | March 1–6

Keep yourself entertained this week with any of these exciting and educational events.

Sunday, February 21, 2021 7 can't-miss activities this week | Feb. 22–28, 2021

We've curated a list of the best events happening around Lincoln this week. Check it out to make sure you're up to date on the best events in town.

Nebraska's Darrion Daniels (79) motions to an Iowa player during the game at Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 29, 2019, in Lincoln, Nebraska. | Daily Nebraskan

Monday, February 15, 2021 Divine Nine fraternities build legacy, brotherhood in Nebraska football

In the eyes of a less-knowledgeable crowd, and particularly one in a heavily white state, it may have seemed like just another dance. However, the routine symbolized a long-standing tradition for many Black Nebraska athletes. Stepping is widely performed by Black fraternities and sororities for multiple purposes, such as sending a message or simply for entertainment.

Friday, February 12, 2021 Rempe confronts addiction to make it matter

Olivia Rempe knows firsthand that it’s not where you start, but how you finish. The University of Nebraska–Lincoln senior and December College of Business Student of the Month confronted her addiction and refocused her life – after almost losing it.

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.