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Monday, February 15, 2021 Sexual assault and abuse process group created at UNL for survivors of color

Counseling and Psychological Services and the Center for Advocacy, Response and Education has launched a new sexual assault and abuse process group for survivors of color.

Sunday, February 14, 2021 9 must-see campus events this week | Feb. 15–20

There's a lot going on in Lincoln this week, so check out a compiled list of the best events around town.

Artwork by Andrea Atkinson for the Daily Nebraskan.

Saturday, February 13, 2021 The BLM movement and UNL's involvement in it: A timeline

Friday, February 12, 2021 ASUN and BSU organize a Night of Listening

All students are encouraged to participate from 7 to 8:30 p.m. February 16. The event will feature Black public officials discussing their fields with a focus on race and inequality in policy and administration.

Huskers practice yoga in the Campus Rec Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Friday, February 12, 2021 Yogathon 'Chai & Chill' to soothe minds Feb. 23

The evening will feature a variety of yoga styles for the participants to sample, including vinyãsa, slow yoga flow, meditation, and yin. Participants will enjoy a chai-style beverage together after the yoga sessions.

Graduate student Morgan Smith displays a tote of fresh vegetables available at the Husker Pantry. The on-campus food pantry helps more than 120 students per week secure free food and hygiene items.

Friday, February 12, 2021 Donations help secure food, hygiene items for students in need

Over the course of the pandemic, visits to Nebraska’s Husker Pantry have increased by 30%. Huskers can help provide a meal to a student in need by donating to the upcoming Glow Big Red giving campaign.

UNL student Joana Reyes explains her solutions for homesickness in a video from Big Red Resilience & Well-being.

Friday, February 12, 2021 Huskers Bounce Back: Homesickness (video)

Homesickness is a normal feeling that many students experience, especially after being back from a long break at home. Watch and listen to this 2-minute video from Big Red Resilience & Well-being showing how other Huskers bounced back from homesickness.

Friday, February 12, 2021 ASUN, Black Student Union to host ‘Night of Listening’ webinar

ASUN and the Black Student Union will host the webinar, “Night of Listening: Race and Inequality in Policy and Administration” with Black public officials from Lincoln and Omaha at 7 p.m. on Feb. 16, via Zoom.

Friday, February 12, 2021 Rempe confronts addiction to make it matter

Olivia Rempe knows firsthand that it’s not where you start, but how you finish. The University of Nebraska–Lincoln senior and December College of Business Student of the Month confronted her addiction and refocused her life – after almost losing it.

Friday, February 12, 2021 Free tax preparation offered virtually

In response to the ongoing pandemic, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln EITC Coalition, is offering area residents free tax preparation virtually this year as part of its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.

Student Involvement is headquartered in Room 200 of the Nebraska Union.

Thursday, February 11, 2021 UNL departments combine to create one single student organization

Two departments are joining together to form Student Leadership, Involvement, and Community Engagement at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Thursday, February 11, 2021 Keep yourself occupied indoors during frosty weather

Cold temperatures can be expected for the next few days, and you'll probably find yourself reluctant to leave the house. When boredom strikes, it can be difficult to find ways to entertain yourself. Here are a few activities to have fun without venturing outdoors.

Man in red coat stands outside saliva testing pod

Thursday, February 11, 2021 Winter chill shifts COVID-19 re-entry testing indoors

Due to anticipated frigid temperatures, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s saliva-based COVID-19 testing is moving indoors Feb. 11-13.

UNL Business International Student Association was one of 140 clubs at the SpringFest club fair. (photo: Instagram @unlbisa)

Wednesday, February 10, 2021 Did you miss the SpringFest club fair? Here are the 140 groups that participated.

In the twilight hours one evening last week, about 200 Huskers powered up their Zoom personas one more time before calling it a day - yet it wasn't for another class lecture or remote concert. For a couple hours, the students casually scrolled and virtually strolled the annual SpringFest Club Fair, hosted by Student Involvement.

Drag Queen Bingo is happening at 7:30 p.m. February 11, 2021.

Tuesday, February 9, 2021 Drag Queen Bingo to bring inclusivity and song to UNL LGBTQA+ community

The Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of Gender and Sexual Identity brings back the popular virtual game to campus.

Valentino's restaurant in the Nebraska Union.

Monday, February 8, 2021 Campus mobile meal order app begins accepting credit cards

Making a food connection with five of the food court restaurants in the Nebraska Union and Nebraska East Union has just gotten easier for Huskers.

Monday, February 8, 2021 UNL students will pay less for on-campus living next year

Instead of the usual increase, students living on campus at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln will pay less for room and board next year. The University of Nebraska Board of Regents previously gave administrators authority to hike room and board rates by 3% annually through the 2022-23 school year. Instead of rising from $12,185 — the current cost for a traditional dorm room and an all-access meal plan — to $12,551 next year, the cost will actually go down to $11,918.

Monday, February 8, 2021 COVID-19 regulations allow student organizations to share in-person connections

With the recent COVID-19 regulations, Recognized Student Organizations like Dance Marathon will be expected to check in-person event attendees for building access on their Safer Community App. With utilization of the recent regulations, students will be able to continue connecting in-person safely.

The application deadline for Learning Community Peer Mentors is February 12, 2021.

Sunday, February 7, 2021 Sophomores, juniors, and seniors sought as peer mentors for 1st-year students

UNL Residence Life is recruiting Huskers who are outgoing, energetic, and driven to fill positions as Learning Community Peer Mentors for first-year students on campus.

Drag Queen Bingo is happening at 7:30 p.m. Fruary 11, 2021.

Friday, February 5, 2021 7 activities you'll want to do this week | Feb 8-14

Lots of events happening around Lincoln on campus...from film screenings to virtual yoga. Here are the things we're recommending for you to check out.