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Noah Schwendeman directs traffic along Pinnacle Arena Drive as people arrive for their vaccine on April 7. Schwendeman said he volunteered for the clinic to help the community edge toward a return to normal. [ Craig Chandler | University Communication ]

Sunday, April 18, 2021 More student volunteers needed to help at COVID-19 vaccine clinics

UNL students age 19 years and older - and their friends, family, and neighbors - are being asked to assist the Lincoln Lancaster County Health Department at the local vaccine clinics.

Fridays in Spring at the Unveristy of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Sunday, April 18, 2021 Fridays in Spring: Fantastic free(ish) events for students to enjoy

'Fridays in Spring' highlights free(ish) student-focused events happening on campus on Friday afternoons and evenings in the Spring 2021 semester. All students are welcome.

NOTE: This listing is continually updated as events are announced.

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Winners of the Student Impact Awards were announced April 15, 2021 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln [ Mike Jackson | Student Affairs ]

Friday, April 16, 2021 Winners announced for Student Impact Awards

The annual Student Impact Awards were announced for 2020-21 by Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement at an afternoon reception on April 15.

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.

Friday, April 16, 2021 ‘A Conversation with Bill Nye’ is April 28

The Lied Center for Performing Arts and UPC Nebraska will present the virtual event “A Conversation with Bill Nye” at 7 p.m. April 28.

Outdoor Adventures is hosting a Lake Meet-Up on April 21 University of Nebraska-Lincoln students.

Friday, April 16, 2021 Top 10 happenings this week for Huskers | April 18-24

It's a busy week of events, but there's no need to worry– we've compiled the best of the best for you in our weekly list. See all of the recommendations for workshops, social exercise trips, inclusivity and support events and more.

Friday, April 16, 2021 Close out the semester with nine hours of FREE fun on Saturday, April 24

Two back-to-back campus events will give Huskers will lots of free fun to enjoy.

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.

William Barrera, director of NeSIS, assists Wilber Daken into Pinnacle Bank Arena for a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine on April 7. As part of its partnership with the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department, the university allowed faculty and staff to volunteer for vaccination clinics this week. The effort was part of a broader push to vaccinate some 40,000 Lincoln and Lancaster County residents. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, April 9, 2021 Huskers volunteer to support vaccine effort

More than 120 Huskers - representing Student Affairs, Husker Hub, and other units across campus - stepped up this week answering the call to assist the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department with three days of COVID-19 vaccine clinics at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

Friday, April 9, 2021 Four RSOs receive E.N. Thompson sustainability honors

A student-led competition held as part of the E.N. Thompson Forum on World Issues is helping expand sustainability planning on campus. Read about the ideas that the groups Engineers Without Borders, Student Organic Farm, BikeUNL, and AcClimate have proposed.

Teal ribbons and bracelets to show support for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Thursday, April 8, 2021 UNL CARE hosts events to recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The Center for Advocacy, Response and Education is hosting events throughout April to raise awareness of the impact of sexual assault and show support for sexual assault survivors.

Kate Smith, senior graphic design major from Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, used her artistic talents and background working in mental health to create a display highlighting the importance of suicide prevention and spread the message that even one conversation with a person could save their life.

Friday, April 2, 2021 Smith creates design to help save lives

After working in the Big Red Resilience & Well-Being office, Kate Smith, senior graphic design major, learned that sometimes all it takes is one conversation to prevent a suicide and save a life. She applied her knowledge and artistic talents to create a display and spread the message across the University of Nebraska–Lincoln campus – starting at the College of Business.

Friday, April 2, 2021 71 nominees announced for Student Impact Awards

The names of 29 student organizations and 42 individuals nominated for the 2020–21 Student Impact Awards have been revealed by Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement. The winners will be announced at April 15.

Numerous organizations comprise the Multicultural Greek Council at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. [courtesy image. photo taken prior to COVID-19 pandemic]

Friday, April 2, 2021 "Meet the Greeks" slated for April 9

Multicultural Greek Council is hosting a virtual showcase event for Husker students to learn about the numerous organizations, benefits, and traditions that make up the MGC at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Michelle Ellsworth - one of the world’s most creative multimedia dance artists - will perfrom at 7:30 p.m. April 10 for a Lied Center Virtual Event. (courtesy photo)

Thursday, April 1, 2021 Best-of-the-Best events this week | April 5-12

Lizzy Lavin gestures with her hands while recording an episode of the podcast "What You Missed At The Women's Center" with co-host Syrah Andrews. [photo by Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Thursday, April 1, 2021 Gender equity advocacy gets a voice in campus podcast. Meet the two students behind it and how they got started.

Women's Center student employees Lizzy Lavin and Syrah Andrews are co-hosts who developed "That's What You Missed at the Women's Center," a podcast all about gender equity and becoming an intersectional advocate in the local community. Learn more about the pair and their driving inspiration.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln students can enjoy a relxing evening of paddle board and kayaking on April 12 and April 26 with the Outdoor Adventures Center.

Wednesday, March 31, 2021 10 sport and outdoor activities for Huskers to enjoy in April

Sunshine and warmer temperatures bring more chances for being outside. Outdoor Adventures and Intramural Sports have 10 activities lined up this month for Huskers to enjoy together.

Sunday, March 28, 2021 Event approvals open to dances

As a result of changing Directed Health Measures and related university policies, restrictions on numerous activities this spring have loosened over the course of the semester. This includes activities like intramural sports, banquets, philanthropies, and now dances.

A committee of eight student leaders and three staff members developed the new policies to increase potential social engagement while aligning with requirements established by the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department.

Bikes, kayaks, tents, and other items will be sold during the Outdoor Adventures Center's Used Gear Sale on April 2, 2021 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Sunday, March 28, 2021 Outdoor Gear Sale: Kayaks, bikes, paddle boards, and tents to be sold at largest sale

Over 400 items are for sale 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. April 2 at the Outdoor Adventures Center. The sale is largest in many years and all gear is previously used by rec programs for adventure trips, academic classes, and rentals. Proceeds are reinvested to purchase new gear to benefit Nebraska students.