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Graduate student Morgan Smith displays a tote of fresh vegetables available at the Husker Pantry. The on-campus food pantry helps more than 120 students per week secure free food and hygiene items.

Friday, February 12, 2021 Donations help secure food, hygiene items for students in need

Over the course of the pandemic, visits to Nebraska’s Husker Pantry have increased by 30%. Huskers can help provide a meal to a student in need by donating to the upcoming Glow Big Red giving campaign.

UNL student Joana Reyes explains her solutions for homesickness in a video from Big Red Resilience & Well-being.

Friday, February 12, 2021 Huskers Bounce Back: Homesickness (video)

Homesickness is a normal feeling that many students experience, especially after being back from a long break at home. Watch and listen to this 2-minute video from Big Red Resilience & Well-being showing how other Huskers bounced back from homesickness.

Thursday, February 11, 2021 Keep yourself occupied indoors during frosty weather

Cold temperatures can be expected for the next few days, and you'll probably find yourself reluctant to leave the house. When boredom strikes, it can be difficult to find ways to entertain yourself. Here are a few activities to have fun without venturing outdoors.

Student Involvement is headquartered in Room 200 of the Nebraska Union.

Thursday, February 11, 2021 UNL departments combine to create one single student organization

Two departments are joining together to form Student Leadership, Involvement, and Community Engagement at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

UNL Business International Student Association was one of 140 clubs at the SpringFest club fair. (photo: Instagram @unlbisa)

Wednesday, February 10, 2021 Did you miss the SpringFest club fair? Here are the 140 groups that participated.

In the twilight hours one evening last week, about 200 Huskers powered up their Zoom personas one more time before calling it a day - yet it wasn't for another class lecture or remote concert. For a couple hours, the students casually scrolled and virtually strolled the annual SpringFest Club Fair, hosted by Student Involvement.

Drag Queen Bingo is happening at 7:30 p.m. February 11, 2021.

Tuesday, February 9, 2021 Drag Queen Bingo to bring inclusivity and song to UNL LGBTQA+ community

The Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of Gender and Sexual Identity brings back the popular virtual game to campus.

Valentino's restaurant in the Nebraska Union.

Monday, February 8, 2021 Campus mobile meal order app begins accepting credit cards

Making a food connection with five of the food court restaurants in the Nebraska Union and Nebraska East Union has just gotten easier for Huskers.

Monday, February 8, 2021 COVID-19 regulations allow student organizations to share in-person connections

With the recent COVID-19 regulations, Recognized Student Organizations like Dance Marathon will be expected to check in-person event attendees for building access on their Safer Community App. With utilization of the recent regulations, students will be able to continue connecting in-person safely.

The application deadline for Learning Community Peer Mentors is February 12, 2021.

Sunday, February 7, 2021 Sophomores, juniors, and seniors sought as peer mentors for 1st-year students

UNL Residence Life is recruiting Huskers who are outgoing, energetic, and driven to fill positions as Learning Community Peer Mentors for first-year students on campus.

Drag Queen Bingo is happening at 7:30 p.m. Fruary 11, 2021.

Friday, February 5, 2021 7 activities you'll want to do this week | Feb 8-14

Lots of events happening around Lincoln on campus...from film screenings to virtual yoga. Here are the things we're recommending for you to check out.

Registration for digital study groups runs through Feb. 17.

Wednesday, February 3, 2021 Digital study groups create connections, provide academic support

Residence Life is providing student residents the opportunity to connect and find academic support in a virtual space.

Electric scooters, pictured here in front of the Nebraska Union, made their debut in downtown Lincoln on Sept. 1, 2020. (Photo: Craig Chandler | University Communication)

Tuesday, February 2, 2021 City wants input from Huskers on electric scooters

To assist in the future planning of the electric scooter program, the City of Lincoln wants UNL students to give their input about the Bird and Spin scooters that rolled into campus and the downtown area in September 2020.

The program's managers want a better understanding about frequent riders and how they are using the scooters to navigate downtown Lincoln and campus. All answers to the online survey will help to adapt and improve the current pilot program.

Tuesday, February 2, 2021 Nearly 8,000 free face masks still available to Huskers

UNL students who are spending any time on campus during the spring semester - whether living full-time or only coming for a single class - are encouraged to pick up a pair of free face masks at the Nebraska Union and Nebraska East Union, while supplies last.

View of the Nebraska Union's south elevation and facade from R Street in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Monday, February 1, 2021 Apply to join the Nebraska Union Board

Students seeking an impactful campus leadership role to enhance their professional and career development should submit an application to serve on the 2021–22 Nebraska Union Board.

The application portal is open until 5 p.m. February 25, 2021. Huskers selected to serve on the board are required to be enrolled for at least six credit hours each semester during their one-year term from March 2021 to May 2022.

Bowling pins in the Husker Bowling Center inside the Nebraska East Union in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Friday, January 29, 2021 Student Bowling League starts play Feb. 11

The annual spring semester league gets the ball rolling on a new season during the second week of February inside the Nebraska East Union's recently renovated Husker Bowling Center.

Friday, January 29, 2021 Delta Sigma Theta hosts spring sorority rush event February 6

Current members will present greater details about about the sorority and the local Omicron Chapter and answer questions that attendees have about the organization.

A black female student reads her smartphone outside the College of Education and Human Sciences building.

Friday, January 29, 2021 Black History Month: Breaking down barriers to mental health support

Each February the nation comes together to celebrate Black History Month. During this time, many Americans reflect on, celebrate and acknowledge the major roles Black Americans have played in the United States, both past as well as the present. Through this month-long recognition, challenges endured by Black Americans, particularly in their mental health and well-being, come into focus.

Two students prepare an Instapot recipe during at CookWell Class at the Rec & Wellness Center.

Thursday, January 28, 2021 Health & Fitness: Know your campus nutrition services

Healthy eating can be a challenge, yet the effort can yield you good benefits. Connect with these UNL campus resources to help with your nutrition goals.

The Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services is handing out 500 free face masks imprinted with "Hate Will Never Win" from 12 to 5 p.m. at the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center.

Friday, January 22, 2021 "Hate Will Never Win" face masks to be handed out Jan. 25

Students, staff and faculty can pick up a free face mask imprinted with the phrase “Hate Will Never Win” in the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center.

UPC Nebraska is hosting the annual Spring Poster Sale on Jan. 25–29, 2021 in the Nebraska Union's Regency Suite.

Friday, January 22, 2021 UPC Nebraska brings Spring Poster Sale to campus

The annual sale offers a wide selection of posters featuring featuring famous artwork, musicians, TV and movie characters, photography, abstract designs and more to spruce up a personal space with a collection of out-of-this-world posters.