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Monday, December 6, 2021 Study Spots: 9 campus locales to hit the books for final exam prep

Each person has different needs when choosing the ideal study space. Furniture, power outlets, windows, temperature, energy level, - even the color of the walls - can be deciding factors. Here’s nine spots to enjoy for studying for your final exams.

A student desk attendant helps a Husker at the Welcome Desk inside University Suites. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, November 24, 2021 On-Campus Job Fair for students is Dec. 1

From 2 to 5 p.m. Dec. 1, students can visit with reps from the Nebraska Unions, Starbucks, the Children’s Center, Campus Recreation, Dining Services, and more to learn about on-campus jobs that earn up to $13 per hour.

[Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Monday, November 8, 2021 Only 5 weeks until final exams. Here are 6 tasks to accomplish.

The beginning of November signals the start of a busy five-week dash to the conclusion of fall semester. Take time to plot a strategy to successfully navigate your course work, projects, club and organization obligations, personal health and the changing seasons. Here are some helpful tasks and resources to assist you.

Monday, October 25, 2021 3 ways to improve your college experience next year

College offers the unique experience of living with friends, exploring a variety of on-campus events, and growing through your academic experiences and campus/community involvement. It’s never too early to start thinking about how you hope to improve that experience in 2022-23.

A male student reclines and reads a book in the Sheldon Museum of Art's Sculpture Garden under the golden colors of the autumn tree foliage.

Sunday, September 26, 2021 STUDY SPOTS: Discover these shady outdoor locales under the trees

While you may be used to studying in the library or your room, the change of the season and the cooling temps make the the outdoors a wonderful place to study. This list of spots around campus will help you find your perfect location to open your laptop and books under the colorful foliage.

Students enjoy an ice cream cone at Cather Dining Center.

Monday, September 13, 2021 Dining Leadership Program helps students pay room and board

Currently in its first year, the Dining Student Leadership Program is a pilot program actively recruiting up to 35 first-year students who qualify for federal work-study. Participants will not only gain valuable experience for other fields and professions, but will provide an essential service to the campus community.

Monday, September 6, 2021 Tips to prepare for GAME DAY

Game Day is a Nebraska football tradition and cheering on the Huskers can be a fun group activity. Here are tips to help you have a fun and safe game experience no matter where you plan to cheer on the Huskers.

Sunday, August 29, 2021 Homecoming Competition Info Session & Registration

Feel the excitement of campus traditions through the 2021 Homecoming competition. Recognized Student Organizations, sororities, fraternities and residence hall floors and complexes can register to participate in individual competitions to accumulate points toward overall bragging rights.

Coffee Talks meet Mondays and Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. in the Nebraska Union.

Sunday, August 29, 2021 Big Red Welcome continues: 8 events to attend August 30-Sept. 3

Big Red Welcome events continue into the first six weeks of the semester. Here's 8 things for Huskers to do during the second week of fall semester.

Portrait of Lydia Nielsen, Natalie Henton, and Aiswary Ganapathy Devendra Rajan

Friday, August 27, 2021 Meet your 2021-22 Counselors-in-Residence

Trained mental health professionals serving as “Counselors-in-Residence” (CIR) are available to meet with students close to home in the residence halls.

Flowers in bloom in front of Love Library

Wednesday, August 25, 2021 Counselor-in-Residence program continues

The Counselor-in-Residence program will continue its easy-access, mental health counseling services to students who live in dormitories on campus this fall. Through the program, three counselors, each of whom serves a different residential complex, offer increased preventative resources for mental health, stress reduction, relationship health and overall wellness.

Saturday, August 21, 2021 Big Red Welcome continues: 9 events you should go to Aug 23-29

Big Red Welcome events continue into the first six weeks of the semester. Here's 9 that Huskers should check out during the first week of classes.

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.

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.

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.

Shuttle busses will transport students from East Campus to the Big Red Welcome events on City Campus.

Thursday, August 12, 2021 Free shuttles to bring students from East Campus during Big Red Welcome

On August 18, 20, 21 and 22, students can ride free shuttle busses from East Campus to attend Big Red Welcome evening events on City Campus. Busses will meet Huskers at Entomology Hall on the East Campus Mall and drop off at 14th & Vine St. Shuttles will return students throughout the evenings.

Canvas is one of the seven apps every Husker students needs on their smartphone for the Fall 2021 semester.

Friday, August 6, 2021 7 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.

UNL students enjoying an activity in the stands of Memorial Stadium. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Wednesday, August 4, 2021 Put these 10 can't-miss Big Red Welcome events on your calendar

Big Red Welcome stretches across the first six weeks of school, with dozens of varied events for all sorts of engaging experiences. Check out these crowd-pleasing activities that all occur before the first day of fall semester classes.

Strawberry salad prepared as part of a dining competition

Friday, July 30, 2021 Top chef competition showcases dining staff culinary skills

While most of the campus was closed due to COVID-19, Pat McManus saw an opportunity to teach his staff at Harper Dining Center the fundamentals of culinary arts.

Vaccination sticker in front of Love Library

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 Seven more Huskers collect vaccine registry prizes

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