Student Involvement

Tuesday, August 24, 2021 University leaders provide advice to new, returning Huskers for school year

Over the summer, The Daily Nebraskan asked the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s top administrators their advice to new and returning Huskers as they begin or continue their UNL experience.

Saturday, August 21, 2021 Big Red Welcome continues: 9 events you should go to Aug 23-29

Big Red Welcome events continue into the first six weeks of the semester. Here's 9 that Huskers should check out during the first week of classes.

Volunteers gather before the opening of the Project Connect and Standdown inside the Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Thursday, August 19, 2021 UNL's 9/11 National Day of Service event is happening soon. Sign up now.

More than 300 local volunteers are needed to provide a one-day, one-stop shop of health and human services for people experiencing homelessness in Lincoln. The event is September 14 at the Pinnacle Bank Arena.

Club Fairs are happening August 25 & 26, 2021 at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Thursday, August 19, 2021 Explore nearly 150 student orgs at Club Fairs on August 25 & 26

Occurring at the start of each semester, the Club Fairs are a chance for Huskers to meet and mingle with many recognized student organizations and clubs (RSOs) all at once.

Students participate in campus events with friends.

Sunday, August 15, 2021 5 ways to make friends on campus this fall

Building your social circle is one of the most essential steps to finding your home on campus and improving your overall well-being. Follow these five steps to meet people with similar interests, create a close-knit support system and grow your network for a memorable college experience.

Miller Hall, prior to being razed in summer 2021. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, August 13, 2021 What's new and what's moved since you were last on campus

For true first-year students, you may not even notice. For upper-level students, you might have been away from campus much longer than this past summer. As you step onto campus again, here's a few things that might catch your attention.

Shuttle busses will transport students from East Campus to the Big Red Welcome events on City Campus.

Thursday, August 12, 2021 Free shuttles to bring students from East Campus during Big Red Welcome

On August 18, 20, 21 and 22, students can ride free shuttle busses from East Campus to attend Big Red Welcome evening events on City Campus. Busses will meet Huskers at Entomology Hall on the East Campus Mall and drop off at 14th & Vine St. Shuttles will return students throughout the evenings.

Post-it notes, markers, and pens on a desk. [pexels | photo by frans-van-heerden]

Friday, August 6, 2021 Back-to-School Countdown: Only 2 weeks to go. Do these 5 things now.

Here are the things you should be doing this week so you are ready for a strong start to the academic year on August 23, 2021.

Huskers can find volunteer opportunities anytime on the Handshake platform https://unl.joinhandshake.com/login

Friday, August 6, 2021 Husker Volunteer Digest: 4 nonprofits you can help in August

Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement is connecting Huskers and RSOs with service opportunities to help the Lincoln community. Here are four local nonprofits seeking volunteers this month.

Canvas is one of the seven apps every Husker students needs on their smartphone for the Fall 2021 semester.

Friday, August 6, 2021 7 apps you need for fall semester

These are the apps every Husker needs right now to navigate campus life and have a successful start to the semester.

UNL students enjoying an activity in the stands of Memorial Stadium. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Wednesday, August 4, 2021 Put these 10 can't-miss Big Red Welcome events on your calendar

Big Red Welcome stretches across the first six weeks of school, with dozens of varied events for all sorts of engaging experiences. Check out these crowd-pleasing activities that all occur before the first day of fall semester classes.

Wednesday, July 14, 2021 Register your RSO for fall events

Big Red Welcome includes many great opportunities for Recognized Student Organizations. Sign up now!

Nora Husein of Lincoln conducts a science experiment during her after-school club in 2019.

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 59 Husker students serving as HALO mentors this summer

Fifty-nine University of Nebraska–Lincoln students have been selected to lead Nebraska children in grades K-12 in summer activities through the new Huskers After-School and Summer Learning Opportunities (HALO) program.

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s PRSSA Bateman team consists of (from left) Kateri Hartman, Arielle Wiedenbeck, Emerson Belitz, Hallie Miller and Morgan Libsack.

Monday, May 3, 2021 Husker team named finalist in Bateman competition

An RSO team from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln has been named a finalist in the Public Relations Student Society of America’s Bateman Case Study Competition.

Dancing #FTK at the Univeristy of Nebraska–Lincoln Huskerthon has benefitted children like Kaden, Anna, Zayln, Bradyn & Chloe.

Friday, April 30, 2021 Dance Marathon reaches $1 million milestone in 2021

Since its inception in 2004, Dance Marathon at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has raised over $1 million for the Children's Hospital and Medical Center. This effort is thanks to community donors, Huskerthon participants and student volunteers. The $224,000 raised from the 2021 Huskerthon event helped reach this milestone.

Friday, April 23, 2021 Activities you shouldn't miss this week | April 26 - May 1

Even toward the end of the semester, there is still a lot happening around town that you won't want to miss out on. Fight your FOMO and head out to any of these social, active or educational events this week.

Friday, April 23, 2021 Before leaving for summer, DO THESE THINGS

Use this checklist in the last two weeks of the spring semester to take care of things before you depart campus.

Pre-registration is required for the event, even if only attending and not performing.

Friday, April 23, 2021 Karaoke event to highlight songs from other cultures

The International Student and Scholar Office and Student Involvement will host International Karaoke Night from 7 to 9 p.m. April 23 in the Nebraska Union Ballroom.

Maxwell Arboretum [Brittany Meiners | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, April 21, 2021 Challenge yourself to finish these Bucket List activities before the semester ends

Try to complete all of these 12 campus activities to get the full Huskers 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.

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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