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Thom “Emily” Tran (second from left) and Amy Tran (third from left) adjust raw egg rolls on a baking sheet in the Cather Dining Center on Jan. 9. For the second year, Cather Dining Center is offering handmade vegetarian egg rolls based on a recipe provided by Tran. The homemade option has proven popular with students and is healthier and cheaper than purchasing a frozen option.

Friday, January 10, 2020 Cather Dining crew rolls into new year

A focus on providing healthy, homemade food to students has a University of Nebraska–Lincoln dining crew rolling into the spring semester.

The Huskertech room is pictured in Selleck Quadrangle on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Thursday, December 12, 2019 Curious Cornhuskers: Why does Selleck have a basement room named Huskertech?

Tony Rathgeber, interim Residence Life director at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln said the Huskertech room in the Selleck Quadrangle basement used to be a computer lab prior to this year and currently serves as a study and staff training area.

Cupola at Love Library on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus

Wednesday, December 11, 2019 Nebraska establishes a recovery community to support students

A new program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln aims to offer a supportive community and resources to students who are working to separate from alcohol and/or drug use.

Melissa Wilkerson, UNL victim advocate, poses for a portrait in her office in the Nebraska Union on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019, in Lincoln, Nebraska. | Daily Nebraskan

Tuesday, December 3, 2019 In-house victim advocate builds trust, relationships with campus community

As the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s first in-house victim advocate, Wilkerson is cultivating an oasis — a place where students can find relief amidst heavy circumstances.

Monday, December 2, 2019 Adjusted hours for finals week and winter break

Students will enjoy extended hours in many campus locations during finals week. As the break begins, students should expect reduced hours from many campus services. Use this helpful list as a guide:

Wednesday, November 27, 2019 UNL launches program to make counseling services more accessible to students

A trial run for a new program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln aims to test the benefits of placing counselors in residence halls. The Counselor-in-Residence program was started as a trial run in August with the placement of Megan Lawrence, a graduate student in the Marriage and Family Therapy program, in Abel-Sandoz, according to Jake Johnson, assistant vice chancellor for Student Affairs. He said the program is intended to increase student access to counseling and remove the stigmas associated with going to a counselor.

Diemhong "Hong" Tran prepares to bake eight mocha chocolate cheesecakes at Cather Dining Center on Nov. 13. Tran is the desserts team leader for University Dining Services and is instrumental in creating desserts from scratch across campus.

Monday, November 25, 2019 Made to order: Cather baker brings five-star confections to students

There are options for every kind of appetite inside the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Cather Dining Center, but the newest addition — a large dessert display case — is mouth-wateringly irresistible to the eyes and the stomach.

Wednesday, November 20, 2019 Five Nebraska state senators to discuss civil discourse during UNL panel

Five Nebraska state senators will discuss how to take part in civil discourse during a panel as part of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Peace + Civility Project.

Dining service associate David Webb prepares an omelette inside of the Selleck Dining Hall on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Wednesday, November 20, 2019 Selleck’s ‘Omelet Man’ exudes positivity during interactions with students

When dining service manager Gina Guernsey began working with David Webb at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Selleck Dining Center, she said she knew his bright personality would be perfect for interacting with students. Now, Webb is a dining services associate known by students as “The Omelet Man.”

Faculty and staff are encouraged to nominate students for the Student Luminary Award, one of Nebraska's highest student honors.

Monday, November 18, 2019 Nominations open for student luminary, service to students awards

Nominations are now open for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Student Luminary Awards, an honor designed to recognize 10 students for their exceptional leadership and commitment, and the James V. Griesen Service to Students Award.

REACH suicide prevention pin and certificate

Wednesday, November 13, 2019 Nebraska reaches goal of 1,500 trained in suicide prevention

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln surpassed its goal of training 1,500 suicide prevention gatekeepers this year, celebrating 1,524 gatekeepers at their one-year anniversary event.

Nebraska's Counselor-in-Residence Program received a $93,000 grant from Women Investing in Nebraska on Oct. 16.

Monday, October 21, 2019 $93,000 grant boosts Counselor-in-Residence program

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln's new Counselor-in-Residence program has received a $93,000 grant from Women Investing in Nebraska.

Members of the fraternity and sorority community at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln annually host a trick or treat event for children.

Friday, October 18, 2019 Greek chapters host trick or treat for kids

Fraternities and sororities at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln will host Greek Street Trick-or-Treat from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Oct. 25. The event will include 22 Greek houses participating along with 17 candy booths in the Nebraska Union.

Students can receive a flu shot by visiting a walk-in clinic or making an appointment at the health center.

Monday, October 7, 2019 Flu shots available at the University Health Center

The University Health Center is offering flu shots for students, faculty and staff.

Wednesday, October 2, 2019 Union auditorium named in honor of Daryl Swanson

For 43 years —39 as a professional, three as a student employee — Daryl Swanson was a constant presence in the halls and rooms of the Nebraska Unions on both city and east campus.

Thursday, September 26, 2019 N150 celebration spurs homecoming expansion

Monday, September 23, 2019 Longtime victim advocate talks about campus work, education, outreach

Melissa Wilkerson is wrapping up her first year as a victim advocate in the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Center for Advocacy, Response and Education.

2019 Chancellor's Celebration of Service event

Friday, September 20, 2019 86 individuals. 1,340 combined hours of service.

A round of applause to our Student Affairs team members honored at the Celebration of Service for their service and fortitude to the university. Each day our staff impact the lives of students, helping them to be their best.

Students with hands on back show support for one another.

Thursday, September 19, 2019 One Love workshops prompt conversations about relationship violence

Student leaders and administrators have been immersed in learning how to recognize unhealthy relationship behaviors and prevent relationship abuse through on-campus workshops facilitated by the One Love Foundation.

Students with arms behind backs showing support for one another.

Tuesday, September 17, 2019 One Love bringing relationship violence prevention education to campus

To launch a campus conversation about relationship violence, Student Affairs has invited the One Love Foundation to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln to discuss healthy versus unhealthy relationships. The presentations are part of the new Use Your Voice Initiative.