Instagram

Construction on Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall (replacement of Mabel Lee Hall) is nearly complete.

Thursday, August 4, 2022 What's new and what's moved on campus for fall 2022

As you come back for the fall semester, you may notice a few changes around campus. Here are a few things that have been in the works while you were away.

First-year Huskers gather on the Nebraska Union Plaza for the Urban Plunge volunteer project, August 19, 2021. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs Marketing & Communication]

Monday, July 25, 2022 200+ student volunteers sought for Urban Plunge

The first-year student service event Urban Plunge features opportunities for Huskers to help local nonprofit orgnaizations with yard work, serving meals to participants, and sorting donations. The event happens from 9 to 11 a.m. August 19, 2022.

Mack Gonzalez [photo by Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Tuesday, June 28, 2022 Gonzalez explores passions, helps Huskers on campus

This Q&A is part of a weekly conversation series that is celebrating Pride Month on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Medium page.

JD McCown, assistant director of the LGBTQA+ Center, arranges donated clothing in the Lavender Closet June 6. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Wednesday, June 8, 2022 Lavender Closet continues to serve Huskers, looks to expansion

Opened in 2019, the on-campus resource provides inclusive, affirming and affordable clothing to any student, whether that be related to ethnic, cultural or gender identities.

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.

Adding in fun study breaks will let you relax, keep you focused and help you stay alert.

Monday, April 25, 2022 Study breaks will benefit you during the next few weeks

While cramming for tests and projects may seem like a rite of passage to generations of college students, it's not the most productive way to study. Even with the best-laid plans or intentions, the last-minute cram is not uncommon. That doesn’t mean you should keep your nose in the books all day and night. In fact, that can diminish the quality of your study session and your mental and physical well-being. Periodic breaks help you stay focused and alert.

Monday, April 25, 2022 Fridays in Spring: Fantastic free(ish) events for students to enjoy

Updated: May 5, 2022

'Fridays in Spring' highlights free(ish) student-focused events happening on campus on Friday afternoons and evenings in the fall semester. All students are welcome.

This listing will be updated continually as events are announced.

Want your event to be considered for the Fridays in Spring list? Add it to the UNL Events Calendar. RSOs can list their events on NVolveU.

___________________

[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.

Sheldon Museum of Art's Great Hall will be transformed into a Great Study Hall from 2 to 7 p.m. April 27, 2022. [courtesy photo]

Friday, April 22, 2022 Micro-internships, Ukraine fundraiser, and a scavenger hunt are things to check out

We comb through the campus calendars to draw your attention to interesting events happening each week. Here are eight activities from April 27 to May 2 that may grab your interest.

When moving out, consider whether some items may be able to be reused rather than thrown away.

Wednesday, April 20, 2022 Convenient donation options available to residence hall students during move out

With a bit of advance planning, Huskers can give a continued purpose to items through donation and recycling, rather than sending items to the dumpsters and the landfill.

Husker Venture Fund won the Outanding New Student Organization Award at the Student Impact Awards on April 14, 2022. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Friday, April 15, 2022 Winners announced for annual Student Impact Awards

The recipients for 2021-22 were announced by Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement at an evening reception in the Nebraska East Union on April 14.

The Gelato Bar in the Abel Dining Complex scoops up a variety of elegant and tasty flavors. [Christopher Dulak | Student Affairs]

Thursday, April 14, 2022 Challenge yourself to finish these Bucket List activities before the semester ends

Try to complete all of these 16 campus activities to get the full Husker experience. There are plenty of foodie stops, fine arts events, social opportunities and gorgeous sites to see. Get started now to finish the list before the semester ends.

Pilates & Lattes is April 12, 2022 at the Campus Rec Center.

Monday, April 11, 2022 Research SLAM, pilates and lattes are among 5 can't-miss activities

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

Samer Al Foory, Madi Bake, and Sarah Carlson are student employees with Campus Recreation's Sports Program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Monday, April 11, 2022 Huskers share their love of campus jobs for Student Employee Appreciation Week

Celebrate the personalities, skills and knowledge that UNL students bring to their campus jobs during National Student Employee Appreciation Week, April 5–11, 2022.

Aerial image above City Campus at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, April 8, 2022 Celebrate Earth Day with these nearby events

The city of Lincoln will celebrate Earth Day on April 23, 2022. Here's a list of local events happening through the end of the month.

Students place orders Mary Ellen's at the 2021 Food Truck Festival outside the Willa Cather Dining Complex.

Friday, April 8, 2022 Food trucks offer unique lunch options April 19

The university community can enjoy dining outdoors on April 19 during a special food truck lunch event outside Willa Cather Dining Center.

UNL students hike along picturesque canyons

Friday, April 1, 2022 Photo Journal: Climbing, Backpacking & Canoeing through Spring Break

Huskers slept under the stars, enjoyed the natural wonders of North America, and uncovered new friendships on three trips organized for Spring Break by UNL Outdoor Adventures. Their stories of explorations of canyons, mountains, sandstone, and rivers is told through these exciting 23 images.

(left to right) Madison Hurst; Ken Bartling; Ivan Molina, Jr.

Tuesday, March 29, 2022 Huskers engage in Nebraska Unify Challenge, share experiences

Three members of Huskers Vote Coalition recently participated in a statewide program that connects pairs of Nebraskans across political, ideological, geographic and other divides for a live, one-to-one video conversation.

Monday, March 28, 2022 Pet supplies added to inventory at Husker Pantry

Food and bedding supplies for cats, dogs, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs and rabbits are now available.

Stroll Off will be April 2, 2022 in the Coliseum at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Monday, March 28, 2022 5 great events happening this week

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