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Friday, April 9, 2021 Chancellor's email: Sign up for UNL student COVID-19 vaccine registry

Today, a portal has been opened for a Vaccine Registry for all UNL students who wish to be vaccinated. This portal will be open to UNL students for four days and will close at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 11. Therefore, it is essential that you sign up quickly.

Friday, April 9, 2021 Four RSOs receive E.N. Thompson sustainability honors

A student-led competition held as part of the E.N. Thompson Forum on World Issues is helping expand sustainability planning on campus. Read about the ideas that the groups Engineers Without Borders, Student Organic Farm, BikeUNL, and AcClimate have proposed.

Teal ribbons and bracelets to show support for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Thursday, April 8, 2021 UNL CARE hosts events to recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The Center for Advocacy, Response and Education is hosting events throughout April to raise awareness of the impact of sexual assault and show support for sexual assault survivors.

Wednesday, April 7, 2021 ‘How I Met Your Mother’ actor to give April 9 talk

UPC Nebraska will offer a student-exclusive Zoom session with actor, filmmaker, author and musician Josh Radnor at 7:30 p.m. April 9.

Students walk across campus while wearing face coverings

Wednesday, April 7, 2021 Huskers encouraged to stay vigilant against COVID-19

Let’s face it — after a year of masking up and social distancing, we’re all a bit worn out. Dr. Heather Eberspacher, medical director of the University Health Center, is reminding the Nebraska community to finish the semester strong.

Art by Andrea Atkinson | Daily Nebraskan

Wednesday, April 7, 2021 Campus Recreation staff discuss flaws with popular intermittent fasting trend

Intermittent fasting can be a healthy diet practice when done correctly, but if not, can lead to mental, emotional and physical health problems, experts say.

Wednesday, April 7, 2021 Innocents Society, Mortar Board members inducted for 2021-22

Students, administrators and staff were honored by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln at its annual Ivy Day ceremonies on April 3.

Art by Adriana Catalan | Daily Nebraskan

Tuesday, April 6, 2021 UNL to host gender-inclusive presentation about period health via Zoom

Period Health 101 is a gender-inclusive presentation about all things period related occurring Tuesday, April 6, with a Q&A section at the end.

Numerous organizations comprise the Multicultural Greek Council at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. [courtesy image. photo taken prior to COVID-19 pandemic]

Friday, April 2, 2021 "Meet the Greeks" slated for April 9

Multicultural Greek Council is hosting a virtual showcase event for Husker students to learn about the numerous organizations, benefits, and traditions that make up the MGC at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Jon Haag plays pool with friends during a game night following a Collegiate Recovery Community meeting at Husker Hall.

Friday, April 2, 2021 Haag gets a fresh start through recovery

Jon Haag knows what it’s like to start over, and now he’s helping others find a fresh start at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln through the Collegiate Recovery Community.

Kate Smith, senior graphic design major from Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, used her artistic talents and background working in mental health to create a display highlighting the importance of suicide prevention and spread the message that even one conversation with a person could save their life.

Friday, April 2, 2021 Smith creates design to help save lives

After working in the Big Red Resilience & Well-Being office, Kate Smith, senior graphic design major, learned that sometimes all it takes is one conversation to prevent a suicide and save a life. She applied her knowledge and artistic talents to create a display and spread the message across the University of Nebraska–Lincoln campus – starting at the College of Business.

Students (from left) Samantha Moore, William Roarty and Jace Armstrong let the wind do the work as they blow bubbles outside the Nebraska Union during Spring Breakout on March 29. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, April 2, 2021 Wind power | Photo of the week

Students Samantha Moore, William Roarty and Jace Armstrong let the wind do the work as they blow bubbles outside the Nebraska Union during Spring Breakout on March 29.

Friday, April 2, 2021 71 nominees announced for Student Impact Awards

The names of 29 student organizations and 42 individuals nominated for the 2020–21 Student Impact Awards have been revealed by Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement. The winners will be announced at April 15.

Michelle Ellsworth - one of the world’s most creative multimedia dance artists - will perfrom at 7:30 p.m. April 10 for a Lied Center Virtual Event. (courtesy photo)

Thursday, April 1, 2021 Best-of-the-Best events this week | April 5-12

It's a busy week of events, but there's no need to worry– we've compiled the best of the best for you in our weekly list. See all of the recommendations for workshops, social exercise trips, inclusivity and support events and more.

Lizzy Lavin gestures with her hands while recording an episode of the podcast "What You Missed At The Women's Center" with co-host Syrah Andrews. [photo by Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Thursday, April 1, 2021 Gender equity advocacy gets a voice in campus podcast. Meet the two students behind it and how they got started.

Women's Center student employees Lizzy Lavin and Syrah Andrews are co-hosts who developed "That's What You Missed at the Women's Center," a podcast all about gender equity and becoming an intersectional advocate in the local community. Learn more about the pair and their driving inspiration.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln students can enjoy a relxing evening of paddle board and kayaking on April 12 and April 26 with the Outdoor Adventures Center.

Wednesday, March 31, 2021 10 sport and outdoor activities for Huskers to enjoy in April

Sunshine and warmer temperatures bring more chances for being outside. Outdoor Adventures and Intramural Sports have 10 activities lined up this month for Huskers to enjoy together.

ASUN President-elect Batool Ibrahim and Internal Vice President-elect Taylor Jarvis hug as they hear the results of the election on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, in the Nebraska Union in Lincoln, Nebraska. | Daily Nebraskan

Tuesday, March 30, 2021 Revitalize party to lead 2021-22 ASUN senate after uncontested election

With 84% of the vote going to Batool Ibrahim for president and Taylor Jarvis for internal vice president, the Revitalize party will lead the next senate of the Association of Students of the University of Nebraska.

Love Library cupola at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Tuesday, March 30, 2021 75 faculty, staff receive Family and Friends Recognition Awards

The Family and Friends Awards, formerly known as the Parents’ Recognition Awards, recognize faculty and staff who have made a significant difference in students’ lives. Seventy-five University of Nebraska-Lincoln employees were honored for their support to students during a virtual celebration March 5.

Sunday, March 28, 2021 Event approvals open to dances

As a result of changing Directed Health Measures and related university policies, restrictions on numerous activities this spring have loosened over the course of the semester. This includes activities like intramural sports, banquets, philanthropies, and now dances.

A committee of eight student leaders and three staff members developed the new policies to increase potential social engagement while aligning with requirements established by the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department.

Bikes, kayaks, tents, and other items will be sold during the Outdoor Adventures Center's Used Gear Sale on April 2, 2021 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Sunday, March 28, 2021 Outdoor Gear Sale: Kayaks, bikes, paddle boards, and tents to be sold at largest sale

Over 400 items are for sale 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. April 2 at the Outdoor Adventures Center. The sale is largest in many years and all gear is previously used by rec programs for adventure trips, academic classes, and rentals. Proceeds are reinvested to purchase new gear to benefit Nebraska students.