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Construction on Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall (replacement of Mabel Lee Hall) is nearly complete.

Thursday, August 4, 2022 What's new and what's moved on campus for fall 2022

As you come back for the fall semester, you may notice a few changes around campus. Here are a few things that have been in the works while you were away.

A 15-foot-wide Native-themed mural created by students from the university's Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math-Science programs now decorates a wall of the Lincoln Indian Center at 1100 Military Road in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Tuesday, July 26, 2022 TRIO students, Indian Center partner on mural project

High school students enrolled in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Upward Bound program, through TRIO, left their mark at Lincoln Indian Center, having completed a 15-foot-long painted mural along one of the walls that welcomes visitors.

First-year Huskers gather on the Nebraska Union Plaza for the Urban Plunge volunteer project, August 19, 2021. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs Marketing & Communication]

Monday, July 25, 2022 200+ student volunteers sought for Urban Plunge

The first-year student service event Urban Plunge features opportunities for Huskers to help local nonprofit orgnaizations with yard work, serving meals to participants, and sorting donations. The event happens from 9 to 11 a.m. August 19, 2022.

Students selected as Huskers CARE Peer Educators will begin required training in September.

Friday, July 15, 2022 New peer education role aims to help prevent sexual misconduct

Beginning with the fall 2022 semester, undergraduate students at sophomore level and higher can participate in a peer training program, Huskers CARE Peer Educators, to help increase awareness of relationship issues, relationship abuse, stalking and harassment.

Friday, July 15, 2022 Faculty, staff and students sought to serve on University Conduct Board

The Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards is seeking faculty, staff, and students to volunteer as members of the University Conduct Board. Board members receive training and serve on conduct boards for cases as their time permits throughout the year.

Neo the TRIO support dog gets a scratch from NSE student Katie Torres of Plattsmouth.

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 Neo lends a helping paw at New Student Enrollment

Neo, a therapy pup with TRIO programs is lending a paw and his notoriously calming presence this summer to welcome hundreds of first-year students during New Student Enrollment sessions.

Mack Gonzalez [photo by Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Tuesday, June 28, 2022 Gonzalez explores passions, helps Huskers on campus

This Q&A is part of a weekly conversation series that is celebrating Pride Month on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Medium page.

Wednesday, June 8, 2022 Applications for Homecoming Royalty close June 15

Any full-time student with a 2.75 cumulative GPA and 75 hours completed is eligible to apply in 1-of-3 separate application tracks: Academics, Athletics, and Involvement.

JD McCown, assistant director of the LGBTQA+ Center, arranges donated clothing in the Lavender Closet June 6. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Wednesday, June 8, 2022 Lavender Closet continues to serve Huskers, looks to expansion

Opened in 2019, the on-campus resource provides inclusive, affirming and affordable clothing to any student, whether that be related to ethnic, cultural or gender identities.

Monday, June 6, 2022 Staying in Lincoln for the summer? Enjoy these great activities & events

Jazz in June

7 p.m. | June 7, 14, 21, and 28

The free outdoor concert series happens each Tuesday evening in June, in the Sheldon Sculpture Garden. Bring a blanket or folding chairs to make yourself comfortable in the setting. View additional details and a list of weekly performers.

AJ Lincoln and Garrett Woockman brought home cash and prizes at the National Bass Anglers Association Championship.

Wednesday, June 1, 2022 Lincoln wins big at National Bass Championship

While some people who fish love to swap exaggerated stories of the ones that got away, AJ Lincoln will always be able to boast about the weekend when he and a partner were the best bass fishers in the country.

Students meet with a counselor-in-residence at a UNL residence hall.

Friday, May 20, 2022 UNL focuses on student mental health for Give to Lincoln Day May 26

The need for mental health support has never been greater on college campuses. This year’s Give to Lincoln Day on May 26 provides an opportunity to help campus programs that support University of Nebraska‒Lincoln students.

Meal Kit Mondays will be offered on June 13 and June 27. Cost is $15 per meal, which each serving four.

Tuesday, May 17, 2022 Rec and Wellness Center offers Meal Kit Mondays in June

The Rec and Wellness Center is offering ready-to-go “Meal Kit Mondays” through its Wellness Kitchen on East Campus. The service offers everything needed to prepare dinner in less than an hour.

Tuesday, May 17, 2022 Leadership opportunities help Nguyenduy make an impact

Kaitlyn Nguyenduy is a child, youth and family studies major from Omaha, Nebraska. Through her leadership positions, she’s making an impact on campus.

Video: 3 Questions with Ronnie — ASUN President Batool Ibrahim

Tuesday, May 17, 2022 Chancellor, Ibrahim chat about student experience, graduation

Chancellor Ronnie Green is on campus and talking one-on-one with Huskers in the “3 Questions with Ronnie” video series. In this video, Green sits down with Batool Ibrahim, the outgoing ASUN president and student regent, to discuss her post-graduation plans.

Friday, May 13, 2022 Venegas finishes degree, marches into career

As kid growing up in Grand Island, Nebraska, Rodrigo Venegas watched his dad work hard running his own roofing business, and it sparked an interest in construction.

Rachel Summers and Kat Woerner, EarthStock co-chairs, show off reusable bags given out by the Office of Sustainability at EarthStock’s Block Party.

Friday, May 13, 2022 Earthstock success powered by student duo

Two University of Nebraska–Lincoln environmental studies majors harnessed their passion and education to plan (in a matter of months) EarthStock, a celebration of the planet in April.

Alex Cathcart came to Nebraska to pursue a hockey career, but he scored with a mathematics degree from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Friday, May 13, 2022 Concussions ice Cathcart’s hockey dreams, factor into degree path

Alex Cathcart’s 15-year pursuit of a professional hockey career ended with a home skate in California.

Omaha's Cherish Perkins will graduate May 14 with a degree focused on fashion merchandising.

Friday, May 13, 2022 Perkins sews up degree, cuts path toward fashion industry

By the age of 5, Nebraska’s Cherish Perkins was sketching designs and dreaming of a career in fashion. By 10, she was in sewing classes, creating her designs. And now, she is days away from graduating with a degree in fashion merchandising and launching her own company.

Students play board games with ISSO and Campus NightLife at Mana Cafe

Monday, May 9, 2022 Photo Journal: Spring-ing to life at Nebraska

Catch a pictoral recap of the spring semester at Nebraska.