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The 2022 homecoming royalty finalists are: (back row, from left) Ray Nierman, Harrison Lloyd, Jimmy Wheebe, Jacob Drake, Bennett Perlinger, Mitchell Manning, William Wilton, Sam Wilkins, Seth Caines and Michael Ilg; (front row, from left) Tessa Yackley, Maria Heyen, Bekka Hitz, Aleksandra Glowik, Emily Hatterman, Christine Trinh, Bhagya Pushkaran, Regan Vaccaro, Kate Johnson and Jessica Stump.

Wednesday, September 21, 2022 20 Huskers named 2022 homecoming royalty finalists

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

The east side of Memorial Stadium is illuminated by the Ferris wheel during the 2021 Cornstock Festival.

Tuesday, September 20, 2022 University to celebrate homecoming with ‘Husker Throwback’

This year’s University of Nebraska–Lincoln homecoming week runs Sept. 26 to Oct. 1 and will carry the theme “Husker Throwback.”

Connecting with friends from home can help keep you motivated, but be sure to push yourself to make new friendships as well.

Monday, September 12, 2022 Taking action: How to work through feelings of homesickness

Beginning your college career and adjusting to life at UNL can be exciting, and yet, can often lead to feelings of homesickness. It is normal to experience these feelings in your first year and even later into college as you adjust to being back on campus. Read these tips to help you cope and adjust.

Enjoy the comforts of 4-legged furry companions at the Big Red Pawp-Up events on Sept 15 & 16, 2022.

Friday, September 9, 2022 Prioritize your self-care with 7 upcoming activities

We're now three weeks into the semester and you're possibly still settling in and finding your footing. Soon the first set of exams and projects will be here. To prepare for this upcoming period, give attention to your own self-care and personal well-being.

Students cheer on the Huskers at the watch party held on August 27, 2022.

Monday, September 5, 2022 8 things you need to know for game day

Football season is back! Whether you’re a new student wondering what you need to know or a repeat season ticket holder wondering if anything has changed, we’ve got you covered with 8 things you need to know for game day.

A student stops by the Counselor-in-Residence booth at the Wellness Fest on the Nebraska Union Plaza as part of Big Red Welcome.

Friday, September 2, 2022 Meet the Counselors-in-Residence

Trained mental health staff serving as “Counselors-in-Residence” (CIR) are available to meet with students close to home in the residence halls. While located in a designated hall, counselors can meet with any student. There is no cost and no session limit.

Perhaps you stopped by their table to chat or make a beaded bracelet during the Wellness Fest that was part of Big Red Welcome, but if not, we’re pleased to introduce you to Malaz Lain, Olivia Schmidt and Hannah Thiele, the Counselors-in-Residence for 2022-23.

Monday, August 22, 2022 Six free and fun events this week

We comb through the campus calendars to draw your attention to interesting events happening each week. Here are six activities that may grab your interest this week.

Monday, August 22, 2022 Huskers charge into new academic year

Nebraska Today is out on campus this week capturing the scene as Huskers return to campus for the start of the fall semester. We're updating multiple times daily, so stop by to dive into the excitement as our university returns for another academic year. If you have a campus moment you would like to share, send us details at tfedderson2@unl.edu.

Sorority recruitment participants grab Kona Ice together after an evening of recruitment activities.

Monday, August 22, 2022 8 ways to be a good friend

Move-in and the start of a new semester is usually a time of making new friends. But once you’ve made friends, what does it look like to keep those friendships going? We have a few tips to help you keep one another safe and your friendships going strong, whether you've been friends for years or you met them yesterday.

Ways to be a good friend:

1 | Respect boundaries

Friday, August 19, 2022 Novotny named executive director of housing

Lucas Novotny has been named the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s executive director of housing. He will join the campus full-time on Aug. 22.

More than 120 recognized student organizations (RSOs) will be showcased at two Club Fairs on Aug 24 & 25, 2022 at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Thursday, August 18, 2022 Explore more than 120 student orgs at Club Fairs on August 24 & 25

Occurring at the start of each semester, the Club Fairs are a chance for Huskers to meet and mingle with many recognized student organizations and clubs (RSOs) all at once.

Thursday, August 18, 2022 Excitement builds as Huskers ready for fall semester

Monday, August 15, 2022 How to enjoy your first weekend back on campus

Welcome back to campus, Huskers! As you fill the residence halls, dining centers, academic buildings, and unions once again, you’re likely to bump into old friends and plan to get together with new ones.

The first weekend on campus usually involves meeting new people, attending Big Red Welcome events and lots of new experiences. Remember, making good choices will help you stay safe.

If you do choose to drink, check out these safety tips:

Monday, August 8, 2022 9 apps you need for fall semester

These are the apps every Husker needs right now to navigate campus life and have a successful start to the semester.

Post-it notes, markers, and pens on a desk. [pexels | photo by frans-van-heerden]

Monday, August 8, 2022 Back-to-School Countdown: Only 2 weeks to go. 10 things to do now.

Here are the things you should be doing this week so you are ready for a strong start to the academic year on August 22, 2022.

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 Francis retirement reception is July 13

A retirement reception for Charlie Francis, senior director of housing and dining, will take place from 4 to 5:30 p.m. July 13 at the Nebraska East Union, Great Plains Room. Remarks are scheduled for 4:30 p.m.

Monday, June 6, 2022 Staying in Lincoln for the summer? Enjoy these great activities & events

Jazz in June

7 p.m. | June 7, 14, 21, and 28

The free outdoor concert series happens each Tuesday evening in June, in the Sheldon Sculpture Garden. Bring a blanket or folding chairs to make yourself comfortable in the setting. View additional details and a list of weekly performers.

Students play board games with ISSO and Campus NightLife at Mana Cafe

Monday, May 9, 2022 Photo Journal: Spring-ing to life at Nebraska

Catch a pictoral recap of the spring semester at Nebraska.

[photo by Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, April 22, 2022 Before leaving for summer, do these things

Use this checklist in the last three weeks of the spring semester to take care of things before you depart campus.

Jake Dietrich (left) serves Grace Clausen at a carving table during the Raikes Beef Co. dinner April 14 at the Cather Dining Center. The event featured hundreds of pounds of beef, all produced some 30 miles east of campus in Ashland.

Friday, April 15, 2022 Dining Services dishes feast of locally-grown beef

Prime rib. New York strip. Sirloin. Flat Iron. Brisket. And a special set of short ribs. A seemingly never-ending cavalcade of Nebraska beef — all locally grown in Ashland, just 30 minutes from campus — was what was for dinner April 14 at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Cather Dining Center.