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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.

Husker students show their COVID-19 vaccination cards

Tuesday, July 13, 2021 Five Huskers are first vaccine registry prize winners

For protecting themselves and the greater community, five Huskers are the first to earn prizes through the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine Registry giveaway.

Emma Schmidt leads a mindfulness workshop for 4-H Clover Kids.

Friday, July 9, 2021 HALO program helps Schmidt teach students, learn more about Nebraska

With an eye on starting her future and a desire to learn more about Nebraska, Husker Emma Schmidt is spending her summer assisting K-12 youth in Scottsbluff. A resident assistant in her residence hall recommended she apply for the HALO program, which is giving her opportunities to learn skills outside of her major.

Students participate in camps and conferences at UNL

Friday, July 2, 2021 In-person camps, conferences return to campus

After reduced activity due to COVID-19 a year ago, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is rolling out the welcome mat for in-person camps and conferences this summer.

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.

Monday, June 28, 2021 Biodigesters fight food waste

The goal: Diverting food waste from the dining halls away from landfills and reducing the University of Nebraska’s carbon footprint. One solution: Biodigesters. These pieces of equipment use special enzymes to digest food waste that previously went into heavy garbage bags and got hauled away to a landfill.

LGBTQA+ award winners for 2020 and 2021 were recently celebrated during a virtual event. Those earning the honors are were Katherine Burger, Ryan Fette, Nicholas Harp, Jake Piccini, Jen Skidmore and Corrie Svehla.

Tuesday, May 11, 2021 University celebrates LGBTQA+ award winners

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln recently celebrated six Huskers whose work and dedication have elevated the LGBTQ community on campus and beyond.

Friday, April 23, 2021 Before leaving for summer, DO THESE THINGS

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

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.

Large picture window in Love Library wiht a view of Mueller Tower. [photo by Kirsten Wandrey | Student Affairs]

Friday, April 16, 2021 Study Spots: Hit the books at these places with a beautiful view

Finals are coming up before you know it, and you're probably looking for a good study spot. Instead of staring at a wall all day, it's nice to have a view to gaze at while hitting the books. These study spots all come with beautiful scenery, perfect to create a calming mood this 15th week.

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.

Jon Haag plays pool with friends during a game night following a Collegiate Recovery Community meeting at Husker Hall.

Friday, April 2, 2021 Haag gets a fresh start through recovery

Jon Haag knows what it’s like to start over, and now he’s helping others find a fresh start at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln through the Collegiate Recovery Community.

Coffee sleeves with messages promoting Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Friday, March 26, 2021 4 ways to get involved in Sexual Assault Awareness Month

This April marks the 20th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, which is designed to call attention to and prevent sexual assault, harassment and abuse. Learn how you can be part of creating a brighter future and ending sexual violence.

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Friday, March 26, 2021 Nine University Housing employees named “Heroes” by global professional association

For helping ensure the safety and health of students during the COVID-19 pandemic, the team from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln were recognized by the Association of College and University Housing Officer — International

The Residence Hall Association at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hosting an outdoor screening of the film "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" on March 27, 2021.

Friday, March 19, 2021 Events you shouldn't miss this week | March 22-27

We've curated a list of the best events happening on campus and nearby for you to consider doing this week.

University of Nebraska–Lincoln's Outdoor Adventures Center is hosting Van Dorn Intro to Mountain Biking on March 16, 2021.

Friday, March 12, 2021 Your guide to this week's can't-miss activities | March 14-21

We've curated a list of the best events happening on campus and nearby for you to consider doing this week.

Friday, March 12, 2021 UNL frontline workers overcome pandemic uncertainty to serve campus

(Daily Nebraskan) All over campus the past year, UNL staff adjusted, adapted and made sacrifices to meet the new challenges presented by the pandemic.

Wednesday, February 24, 2021 Culbertson, Kassebaum, McGargill, Oestmann, Rathgeber collect Kudos

Five University of Nebraska–Lincoln staff members received Kudos awards from the NU Board of Regents in 2020, including Tony Rathgeber, associate director of conference services and collaborations for Housing Conference Services.

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.

Monday, February 8, 2021 UNL students will pay less for on-campus living next year

Instead of the usual increase, students living on campus at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln will pay less for room and board next year. The University of Nebraska Board of Regents previously gave administrators authority to hike room and board rates by 3% annually through the 2022-23 school year. Instead of rising from $12,185 — the current cost for a traditional dorm room and an all-access meal plan — to $12,551 next year, the cost will actually go down to $11,918.