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Spring flowers blooming outside Love Library. (Craig Chandler | University Communication)

Wednesday, April 22, 2020 Commission extending nomination period for LGBTQA+ award

The Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of Gender and Sexual Identities is extending the nomination period for the Chancellor’s Award for LGBTQA+ Contributions, a faculty/staff award. The nomination period will now be open until May 1 for the Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Contributions to the LGBTQA Community.

Veronica Riepe counts donated cloth masks before they're distributed to the nearly 1,000 university employees who continue to work on campus.

Friday, April 17, 2020 Mask donation drive reaches halfway point

Donors step up from across Husker Nation to support campus employees

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Wednesday, April 15, 2020 Suicide gatekeeper training available online

Faculty, staff and students at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln can access free QPR suicide prevention gatekeeper training remotely.

Herbie Husker and Lil' Red sitting in Memorial Stadium

Tuesday, April 14, 2020 Zooming in style: Husker-themed backgrounds available for virtual meetings

Students, faculty, staff and alumni can bring a little Husker spirit to their next virtual meeting through a variety of Nebraska-themed Zoom backgrounds.

Simone Bilha, a dining service team leader in the Willa Cather Dining Center, wears a homemade cloth mask as she works on April 7. The university is seeking the donation of more than 1,000 homemade masks for essential employees. The masks will help increase safety for workers who continue to serve the campus community.

Tuesday, April 7, 2020 Mask donations sought for essential service employees

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking assistance from all Huskers willing to sew and donate cloth masks for employees who conduct essential services, including those who continue to support students living on campus.

Magnolia blooms near Mueller Tower on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's City Campus. Huskers seeking to give hope by giving back to the campus and greater-Lincoln community have a variety of options.

Wednesday, April 1, 2020 Options available for Huskers inspired to give back

From University of Nebraska Foundation funds to the community blood bank, Huskers looking to give back to others affected by COVID-19 have a variety of options.

Wednesday, March 25, 2020 Massengale custodian surprised by student gift

Tammy De Leon, a custodian in Nebraska’s East Campus Massengale Residential Center, arrived at work on March 18 to a special surprise.

Monday, March 23, 2020 Health center offers acute care services to employees

To help expand access to immediate medical care, Nebraska Medicine is allowing all University of Nebraska–Lincoln employees and significant others covered by the university insurance plan to receive assistance at the University Health Center.

Friday, March 13, 2020 University offering prorated refunds for unused parking permits

University of Nebraska–Lincoln students, faculty and staff who will not be parking on campus during the COVID-19-driven shift to remote classes can return their permits for prorated refunds.

Carrie Fitzwater and John Lenich portraits

Wednesday, March 11, 2020 Fitzwater and Lenich honored for work with students

Student Affairs has named Carrie Fitzwater, associate director for residence life, and John Lenich, Earl Dunlap Distinguished Professor of Law Emeritus, recipients of the James V. Griesen Exemplary Service to Students Award.

Tuesday, March 10, 2020 231 faculty, staff receive Parents’ Recognition Awards

More than 230 University of Nebraska-Lincoln employees were honored for their support to students during the annual Parents’ Recognition Awards March 6.

The awards, presented in a ceremony at Willa Cather Dining Complex, were earned through nominations made by parents of Nebraska students. The honors provide encouraging feedback to faculty and staff about their work with students, while inspiring positive student and faculty relationships, giving recognition in an area often overlooked by formal rewards systems.

Beth Jacobson, TRIO project director for Educational Talent Search, inspires students to become advocates in their communities at the National TRIO Day at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Feb. 29.

Wednesday, March 4, 2020 National TRIO Day celebrates program's success on campus

Alexis Mercado and nearly 200 other students gathered at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln on Feb. 29 to celebrate National TRIO Day.

Yan Harris, team leader of Husker Heroes, prepares food for students on Friday, Feb. 28, 2020, in Cather Dinning Hall in Lincoln, Nebraska. | Daily Nebraskan

Tuesday, March 3, 2020 Curious Cornhuskers: Are there gluten/dairy-free options at Husker Heroes?

The Daily Nebraskan asked “Do Husker Heroes have gluten/dairy-free options?” According to University of Nebraska-Lincoln Dining Services director Dave Annis, Husker Heroes locations have signs posted with green gluten-free logos next to all of its gluten-free options.

Four Nebraska students pose for a photo with their advisor at the Midwest Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls conference.

Friday, February 28, 2020 Student leaders, advisor, earn awards at residence halls conference

Two first-year students and their advisor received awards for outstanding residence hall leadership in the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH) at the Midwest Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls (MACURH) conference in early February.

Post-its reinforce body positivity messages.

Friday, February 21, 2020 Celebrate body positivity during Eating Disorder Awareness Week

Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to learn about body positivity and eating disorders during Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Feb. 24-27.

Samuel Klein, a dining service associate, prepares fresh fettuccine alfredo for Erin Bauer (right) at the World's Fare station in the new East Campus Dining Facility. The renovated space is part of a larger project that will offer three dining options in the Nebraska East Union.

Wednesday, February 5, 2020 East Campus dining redesign caters to students, employees

A renovation of the East Campus Dining Center is serving an expanded slate of meal options for University of Nebraska–Lincoln students, faculty and staff.

Through Nebraska's new Counselor-in-Residence program, graduate student Megan Lawrence is working inside of Abel-Sandoz residence halls to bring mental health services to the building's nearly 1,500 students.

Friday, January 31, 2020 In-house counselors boost mental health access for students

On a busy college schedule, it can be tough for students to make time for their mental health. But what if a counseling office was just a short walk away from their dorm room or dining hall? That premise is being put to the test this year through the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s new Counselor-in-Residence program, which places trained mental health professionals directly inside of residence halls across campus.

Tuesday, January 21, 2020 University Dining Services explores new strategies to limit food waste

Dining halls are a staple of every college student’s experience, with unlimited food and various options. However, for most campuses, there’s a negative effect of dining halls: waste.

Friday, January 17, 2020 Award nominations sought for outstanding contributions to women

The Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of Women is accepting award nominations for outstanding faculty, staff and students who have worked to create a climate that encourages women to succeed at Nebraska.

Love Library cupola at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Friday, January 17, 2020 Vice chancellor for student affairs search begins

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln has launched a national search to select its next vice chancellor for student affairs.