Student Involvement

NIghtmare on East Campus is October 29 inside the Nebraska East Union.

Wednesday, October 28, 2020 Campus NightLife to hold new event to celebrate Halloween

There will be a variety of activities at Nightmare on East Campus, including bowling, glow golf, mini pumpkin painting, treats and an Instagram costume competition.

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 20 Huskers named 2020 homecoming royalty finalists

Twenty senior students have been selected as University of Nebraska–Lincoln homecoming royalty finalists.

Monday, October 19, 2020 Bleed Husker Red Homecoming Blood Drive Oct. 26-29

The 2020 Bleed Husker Red Blood Drive will be from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day, Oct. 26-29, in the Centennial Room of Nebraska Union. Participants should sign up ahead of time online.

Sara Qudus (left), Michelle Ebrahim and Susan Qudus pose for a picture.

Monday, October 5, 2020 Afghan Student Association returns to campus

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln hosts an array of international student organizations, allowing students to form attachments with peers from across the globe. Out of 34 international student organizations, one group has been without leadership for 12 years: the Afghan Student Association. In March 2020, this changed.

Like free food, Husker spirit, and socially-distanced fun? Head to the Nebraska Union Greenspace on Friday, October 9 for Big Red Rewinds.

Wednesday, September 30, 2020 Big Red Rewinds to offer free food, Husker volleyball screening

Student Involvement and UPC Nebraska will host Big Red Rewinds, an outdoor event at the Nebraska Union green space, from 7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 9.

Tuesday, September 22, 2020 Comedy Magician Joel Meyers to kick off family weekend

UPC Nebraska will be hosting comedy magician Joel Meyers at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 2 at the Lied Center for Performing Arts.

Karen Wills, a coordinator for University Program Council Nebraska who was diagnosed with appendix cancer in 2017, has maintained her relationships with students throughout her treatment.

Monday, September 14, 2020 Wills pushes positivity, health and safety while battling cancer

Resilience is something Karen Wills knows well. After a summer of CT scans, blood work, ultrasounds and a diagnostic laparoscopy, she was diagnosed with appendix cancer in 2017.

Friday, September 11, 2020 Transgender activist to host virtual event on Sept. 16

UPC Nebraska, in partnership with the LGBTQA+ Resource Center and Women’s Center, will host a presentation from Kate Bornstein at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 16 via Zoom.

Thursday, September 10, 2020 Omicron Delta Kappa applicants sought

Omicron Delta Kappa — one of four members of the Honor Society Caucus, a consortium of the most prestigious honor societies in the country — is now accepting applications from college juniors and seniors who have a cumulative GPA in the top 35% of their class in their respective college.

Friday, September 4, 2020 Comedian Bill Posley coming to Nebraska Union

Comedian Bill Posley will perform "The Day I Became Black" at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 9 in the Nebraska Union Centennial Room.

Friday, August 28, 2020 11 campus happenings to check out this week

Civic challenge fair, coffee talks, study abroad, and career fair preparations are some of the highlights students can join August 31 to September 6, 2020.

The annual fall Club Fair is featuring over 100 student organizations on August 26, 2020 at the Nebraska Union.

Saturday, August 22, 2020 Find your connection at the RSO Club Fair on Wednesday

Finding your place on campus gives a sense of belonging, boosts your professional and personal skills, and creates lifelong friendships. With over 550 Recognized Student Organizations, or RSOs, there's a group for each Husker.

Friday, August 21, 2020 Approval necessary for all large campus events

Due to COVID-19, all on-campus events projected to include 50 (or more) participants are required to go through an approval process and must follow all public health protocols.

Roni Miller, president of the Association of Students of the University of Nebraska, student regent and senior political science/Spanish major

Friday, August 21, 2020 ASUN President: ‘If we ignore public health policy, we will not stay on campus’

Dear University of Nebraska-Lincoln Community, I grew up in Nebraska dreaming of becoming a Husker. I have learned many things since first coming to campus. But most importantly, as I enter my senior year, I recognize the great privilege it is to be a Husker.

Sunday, August 16, 2020 Put these 6 can't-miss Big Red Welcome events on your schedule

Big Red Welcome consists of dozens of events throughout the first few weeks of school. Check out these six events for tons of fun and ways to connect with other students.

Sunday, August 16, 2020 Follow these Instagrams to connect with on-campus communities

Keep up with what fellow Huskers are doing - whether it’s to draw inspiration, find out about new events, set up a collaboration, or just get a glimpse into what others are up to.

Friday, August 14, 2020 UNL senior leads project to build new mountain bike trail in Lincoln

The new trail in Van Dorn Park is being built by volunteers organized by James Krist, president of UNL's cycling club.

New event guidelines for clubs and organizations - including physical distancing policies - have been announced.

Monday, August 10, 2020 Guidelines in place to help RSOs host events in Fall 2020

As the academic year inches closer, many Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs) are asking how to safely plan an in-person event for the fall semester. Student Involvement has some quick facts to help you get started.

"Torn Notebook" sculpture on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Thursday, August 6, 2020 ICYMI: @UNLStudentLife summer highlights

Throughout the summer @UNLStudentLife connected Huskers to campus and one another on Instagram.

Wednesday, August 5, 2020 In My Own Words: Kirsten Wandrey

Kirsten Wandrey is a sophomore journalism major in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. In spring 2019 - prior to enrolling at the university - she was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that dramatically changed her life. In her own words, Kirsten shares details about her successful transition to living on-campus at UNL and finding community and connections to help her achieve.