Students

Wednesday, March 8, 2023 CoJMC investing in esports arena to be built in Nebraska Union

[Daily Nebraskan] The College of Journalism and Mass Communications, at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, announced their plans to invest in an official esports team on Feb. 21.

A group of students attempt to solve the escape room together during Campus Nightlife’s Mystery and Crime Escape Rooms and Video Games event at the East Campus Union on Friday, March 3, 2023, in Lincoln, Nebraska. [photo by Sophia Walsh | Daily Nebraskan]

Tuesday, March 7, 2023 Campus NightLife breaks students out of their daily routines

[Daily Nebraskan]. The organization is a programming activity board that tries to have multifaceted events. Each semester, Campus NightLife hosts about five to seven events for students to attend.

Eric Yim is planning many events for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s RAK group, from rock painting parties to movie nights.

Friday, March 3, 2023 Yim spreads kindness by starting new RSO

According to Eric Yim, any day is a good one to do something nice for your fellow Huskers — and doing something nice for someone else even has benefits for you, too.

Friday, March 3, 2023 Photo of the Week: Kidding Around

Sam DeZube, senior in finance, has his face painted by Parker Malzen before performing with his band at HuskerThon 2023. The event, which was held Feb. 25 in the Nebraska Union, raised nearly $120,000 for Children’s Hospital and Medical Center.

Visiting the Sheldon Art Museum, pictured here, is a great way to start your spring.

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 Take in spring, and the Sheldon, in March

With spring around the corner — and spring break even closer — March offers plenty of activities, events and fun things to do for Huskers itching to get out and about. Here are five things to do in March.

photo by Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing

Wednesday, March 1, 2023 Women of Courage awards recognize 26

Twenty-six students, staff and faculty will be honored by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Women’s Center with the 2023 Women of Courage, Character and Commitment Award.

Wendy Beio speaks at the Nebraska Union in the Platte River Room on Thursday, Feb. 24, 2023, in Lincoln, Nebraska. [photo by Gus Kathol]

Monday, February 27, 2023 Climbing higher with UNL alum

[Daily Nebraskan] Wendy Beio was welcomed as the keynote speaker to kick off the 26th annual Flatland Climbing Festival at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Sea lion exhibit at Henry Doorly Zoo [Photo from Henry Doorly Zoo website]

Saturday, February 25, 2023 Spring Break road trips under three hours away

If you're looking to get away during spring break without hopping on a plane or spending several days in a car, consider exploring a destination closer to home. Whether you just want a quick day trip or a weekend getaway, check out these parks and cities that are only 3 hours or less from Lincoln.

Friday, February 24, 2023 UNL expands inclusive food options

[Daily Nebraskan] The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has strived to become more inclusive of any and all dietary needs of students in recent years, adding options like Moxie’s Gluten-Free Cafe in Selleck Food Court.

[Sammy Smith | University Communication and Marketing]

Friday, February 24, 2023 Photo of the Week: Follyball

Husker students refused to let a little mid-February snow keep them from getting in some volleyball on the courts outside the Harper-Schramm-Smith residence halls.

Bree Bell, a freshman from Omaha, sorts food in the storage room at Matt Talbot in January during the month's Engage Lincoln event, which coincided with MLK Week. Engage Lincoln events happen the third week of each month. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Friday, February 24, 2023 Engage Lincoln lifts up community through student service

The community of Lincoln is greatly benefiting from the generosity of University of Nebraska–Lincoln students.

Thursday, February 23, 2023 6 campus spots to study for midterms

As you prepare for midterm exams and projects, here are six student-recommended study spots around campus for you to hit the books.

Makers hold up their creations at Nebraska Innovation Studio. [Photo from NIS website]

Monday, February 20, 2023 Nine campus memberships to enhance your Nebraska experience

There are numerous resources on campus to help you succeed at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and the best way to make the most of your time as a student is to get involved and find your niche. Fortunately, there are several places on and around campus that offer greater access to tools and services at no cost or at a discounted rate for students.

Love Library glows red as part of the university's annual Charter Day celebration. The anniversary observance includes the annual Glow Big Red giving campaign. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, February 17, 2023 Glow Big Red pivots to Snow Big Red, sets records

As 11 inches of snow piled up in Lincoln on Feb. 16, so did donations to Glow Big Red, setting records for the annual giving event for the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. In all, the campaign collected 5,185 gifts totaling $653,246.

Thursday, February 16, 2023 UNL diverts 44,000 kg of food waste from landfills

Since the installation of two LFC biodigesters, UNL has gone above and beyond their sustainability goals — diverting 44,000 kg (98,000 lb) of food waste from landfills in the first year of deployment.

A collage of the framed photographs in the exhibit "Descendants of DeWitty: The Audacious Nebraska Saga" on display in the Nebraska East Union's Loft Gallery until the end of February 2023. [photo by Alec Gettert | Daily Nebraskan]

Thursday, February 16, 2023 Photography exhibition showcases Nebraska’s history with close curator ties

[Daily Nebraskan] This new photography exhibit reveals what life was like for the African Americans who settled in DeWitty, Nebraska. What makes Descendants of DeWitty even more special is the fact that the curator, Artes Johnson, is a direct descendant of these settlers.

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Five students named 2023 Wasson Award winners

Named after NIRSA’s founder, Dr. William N. Wasson, the William N. Wasson Student Leadership & Academic Awards recognize exceptional undergraduate and graduate students who set the standard on campuses across the country.

Students line up to look at the selection of plants for sale during the Horticulture Club's succulent sale in the Nebraska Union on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 in Lincoln, Nebraska. [photo by Sophia Walsh | Daily Nebraskan]

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Horticulture Club celebrates Valentine’s Day with a succulent sale

[Daily Nebraskan] The student organization held its annual Valentine’s Day succulent sale at the Nebraska and Nebraska East Unions to fundraise for future group activities and promote student involvement.

Students enjoy scheming and conversation at the Games Guild's weekly meeting in room 111 of the College of Business on Friday, Feb. 10, 2023. [photo by Jerry Saguin | Daily Nebraskan]

Wednesday, February 15, 2023 How the Games Guild rebranded and expanded

[Daily Nebraskan] When looking at the URL for the Games Guild on NvolveU, one might notice that the club is incorrectly referred to as the War Gamers Club. However, this old name fails to encapsulate the scope of what the club aims to accomplish. The Games Guild is focused on bringing students together to play a mix of board, card, roleplaying and war games.

Tuesday, February 14, 2023 Meeting students where they are, with the foods they want

Inclusivity, convenience and choice are at the heart of the University of Nebraska's foodservice program.