Fraternity and Sorority Life

Wednesday, January 22, 2020 New Panhellenic president strives to empower, unite Greek community

Durham, a junior biological sciences major, was elected in November and began her year-long term at the beginning of the Spring 2020 semester. She said she ran for Panhellenic Association president to bring a new perspective to the UNL Greek community and because of her own experience in Delta Gamma.

Natalie Jones, a fifth-generation Nebraska rancher and third-generation University of Nebraska-Lincoln grad, will start her next chapter from an office in Agricultural Hall as a media specialist.

Thursday, December 19, 2019 Grad's Nebraska story not finished yet

Natalie Jones is wistful and proud when she speaks of her family’s homestead, Diamond Bar Ranch. As a fifth-generation Nebraskan and rancher, she hopes to eventually move back and help run the sprawling cow-calf operation, established in 1901 north of Stapleton in the Sandhills.

Members of the fraternity and sorority community at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln annually host a trick or treat event for children.

Friday, October 18, 2019 Greek chapters host trick or treat for kids

Fraternities and sororities at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln will host Greek Street Trick-or-Treat from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Oct. 25. The event will include 22 Greek houses participating along with 17 candy booths in the Nebraska Union.

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.

Families enjoy the food and free corn-on-the-cob during the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Cornstock Festival on Oct. 4, 2019, in Lincoln, Nebraska. | Daily Nebraskan

Saturday, October 5, 2019 Cornstock makes a comeback, kicks off homecoming weekend

The smell of funnel cake and grilled corn filled the air, while the lights of the stage and the ferris wheel illuminated the carnival games and attractions. UNL students, families and Lincoln community members attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s 2019 Cornstock Festival to kick off homecoming weekend.

Fraternity brothers work on Theta Xi's yard display on the evening of Oct. 3. The second half of their display shows "new Lincoln" in the form of Howard L. Hawks Hall.

Friday, October 4, 2019 Homecoming yard displays celebrate Nebraska's 150th year

Greek yard displays are one of the oldest, most recognizable traditions of homecoming week at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Thursday, September 26, 2019 N150 celebration spurs homecoming expansion

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.

2019 Chancellor's Celebration of Service event

Friday, September 20, 2019 86 individuals. 1,340 combined hours of service.

A round of applause to our Student Affairs team members honored at the Celebration of Service for their service and fortitude to the university. Each day our staff impact the lives of students, helping them to be their best.

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.

Wednesday, September 4, 2019 New group to focus on campus safety, reducing sexual assaults, supporting victims

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is forming a campuswide working group to advise and improve efforts to address sexual assault and harassment on campus.

Keeleigh Thayn (in blue jacket) and her Gamma Phi Beta sorority sisters rake leaves along P street during the 2018 Big Event. More than 3,000 students, faculty and staff participated in the day of service.

Friday, April 5, 2019 Student-led prep powers Big Event success

Calm on the surface, a flurry of activity awaits as the student co-chairs make the final push in organizing the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s largest student-run community service project. Their leadership, magnified through 95 other student leaders, will allow more than 2,500 student, faculty and staff volunteers to lend a hand at 238 sites across Lincoln on April 6.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln aerial photo

Tuesday, April 2, 2019 Nebraska fraternities approve hard alcohol ban

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Interfraternity Council has unanimously agreed to ban hard alcohol from chapter events — except when served by a licensed third-party vendor.

Friday, March 8, 2019 Kappa Delta chapter seeks to inspire confidence in Girl Scouts across Lincoln

Through the Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska Community Outreach Program, UNL Kappa Delta sorority members have an opportunity to inspire the next generation of strong women — a chance that can come with responsibility. This program runs year-round, and mentors often work in pairs to teach a group of young students

Greek member dressed as a storm trooper offers candy to a child dressed as a Hershey's kiss.

Tuesday, October 23, 2018 Greek chapters host annual trick-or-treat for kids

Fraternities and sororities at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln will host Greek Street Trick-or-Treat from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Oct. 26. The event will include 21 Greek houses participating along with 10 candy booths in the Nebraska Union.

Students use napkins and glue to create lawn displays as part of the 2018 Homecoming festivities.

Monday, October 1, 2018 Bringing Tradition Home, Homecoming 2018

Members of Delta Xi Nu at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Monday, September 24, 2018 Multicultural sorority invites women to embrace different cultures

On April 7, 2018, Delta Xi Nu became officially recognized at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln after a year of interest group status.

An audience of more than 600 watched as six student groups competed Sept. 7 in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s annual Multicultural Greek Stroll-Off competition.

Monday, September 10, 2018 Stroll off highlights multicultural side of Greek life

Thursday, August 30, 2018 Student-led project aims for record-setting Nebraska ‘N’

Greek Getaway recruitment event at Alpha Gamma Sigma

Monday, June 25, 2018 'Greek Getaway’ brings 120 potential fraternity members to campus

Greek Getaway provides a single weekend for incoming students interested in fraternities to visit the campus and attend multiple fraternity recruitment events. In total, fraternities hosted around 75 events during the weekend this year.