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Monday, September 12, 2022 Morning, Noon, and Night: Meet up with other Huskers for fun

Low-key and casual social activities can introduce you to new hobbies and cultures. More importantly, these activities infuse FUN and respite into your busy college life.

Connecting with friends from home can help keep you motivated, but be sure to push yourself to make new friendships as well.

Monday, September 12, 2022 Taking action: How to work through feelings of homesickness

Beginning your college career and adjusting to life at UNL can be exciting, and yet, can often lead to feelings of homesickness. It is normal to experience these feelings in your first year and even later into college as you adjust to being back on campus. Read these tips to help you cope and adjust.

Enjoy the comforts of 4-legged furry companions at the Big Red Pawp-Up events on Sept 15 & 16, 2022.

Friday, September 9, 2022 Prioritize your self-care with 7 upcoming activities

We're now three weeks into the semester and you're possibly still settling in and finding your footing. Soon the first set of exams and projects will be here. To prepare for this upcoming period, give attention to your own self-care and personal well-being.

A student hesitates to pet the Komodo Dragon that is a part pf the petting zoo put on my UPC Nebraska and Wildlife Encounters outside the Nebraska Union on Sept. 6, 2022 in Lincoln, NE. [Evan Dondinger | Daily Nebraskan]

Thursday, September 8, 2022 University Program Council provides students with a wild surprise

Around 300 students stopped by the front of the Nebraska Union on Tuesday afternoon to meet Allie the alligator, Shelley the tortoise, Meatball the armadillo and Twitch the kangaroo.

Tuesday, September 6, 2022 9 events this week for Huskers to get involved

Here are nine activities that may grab your interest this week.

Students cheer on the Huskers at the watch party held on August 27, 2022.

Monday, September 5, 2022 8 things you need to know for game day

Football season is back! Whether you’re a new student wondering what you need to know or a repeat season ticket holder wondering if anything has changed, we’ve got you covered with 8 things you need to know for game day.

Canoeing the Buffalo River in northwest Arkansas with UNL Outdoor Adventures. [courtesy photo]

Friday, September 2, 2022 Canoe and bike trips to connect students and outdoors for Fall Break

Two exciting 5-day adventure trips are being offered to UNL students for Fall Break: canoeing the Buffalo River and mountain biking in the Ozark Mountains. Space is limited - so immediate action is required to secure a spot.

A student stops by the Counselor-in-Residence booth at the Wellness Fest on the Nebraska Union Plaza as part of Big Red Welcome.

Friday, September 2, 2022 Meet the Counselors-in-Residence

Trained mental health staff serving as “Counselors-in-Residence” (CIR) are available to meet with students close to home in the residence halls. While located in a designated hall, counselors can meet with any student. There is no cost and no session limit.

Perhaps you stopped by their table to chat or make a beaded bracelet during the Wellness Fest that was part of Big Red Welcome, but if not, we’re pleased to introduce you to Malaz Lain, Olivia Schmidt and Hannah Thiele, the Counselors-in-Residence for 2022-23.

Sarah Roscoe blows bubbles at the UNL Christian Graduate Student table during the Club Fair. August 24, 2022. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Friday, September 2, 2022 Did you miss the Club Fairs recently? Connect now with those RSOs and groups

Organized at the start of each semester, Club Fairs are a chance for Huskers to meet and mingle with many recognized student organizations and clubs (RSOs) all at once. This fall's edition were August 24 & 25, showcasing almost 25% of the more than 550 RSOs. Here are the clubs and links to connect with them.

Husker Pantry has two campus locations: 1st floor inside University Health Center and 1st floor of the East Campus Visitors Center. [Student Affairs | University of Nebraska–Lincoln]

Tuesday, August 30, 2022 Husker Pantry updates hours, open three days weekly

The two campus locations are open each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for the duration of the fall 2022 semester.

Monday, August 29, 2022 Good Samaritan Law: It’s ok to do the right thing

College is an exciting time of independence, learning, and trying new things. However, sometimes dangerous situations arise, and professional help is necessary. Did you know that the state of Nebraska has a Good Samaritan Law specifically to protect underage students from receiving a Minor in Possession (MIP) citation?

The Good Samaritan Law was implemented to encourage students to call for help if they or a friend need medical attention, even if they have been consuming alcohol while underage. Both the person in need of assistance and the caller are protected by the law.

While sitting on the turf field inside Memorial Stadium, UNL students watch the Huskers football game in Ireland on the large digital screen. August 27, 2022. [KLKN]

Saturday, August 27, 2022 VIDEO: Husker Watch Party

[KLKN] Husker fans who didn’t get the chance to travel across the world to watch the Huskers play in Ireland, experienced a unique way to watch their favorite team on Saturday as they took the turf of Memorial Stadium.

Wednesday, August 24, 2022 Bogen focused on empowering trauma survivors

Through her research and role as a therapist in the Trauma Recovery Clinic on campus, Katie Bogen — a psychology graduate student from Providence, Rhode Island— is working toward her goal to empower trauma survivors.

Wednesday, August 24, 2022 Dance Marathon earns national honor

The student-led Dance Marathon program has earned a national award for its campus and community fundraising efforts.

A student rides a Bike LNK bicycle through Meiers Common on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Tuesday, August 23, 2022 Biking on campus: Three choices for two-wheel travel

Whether you're looking to save walking time, lower your carbon footprint or simply get some exercise, biking offers an easy alternative way to get around campus and Lincoln.

Sorority recruitment participants grab Kona Ice together after an evening of recruitment activities.

Monday, August 22, 2022 8 ways to be a good friend

Move-in and the start of a new semester is usually a time of making new friends. But once you’ve made friends, what does it look like to keep those friendships going? We have a few tips to help you keep one another safe and your friendships going strong, whether you've been friends for years or you met them yesterday.

Monday, August 22, 2022 Six free and fun events this week

We comb through the campus calendars to draw your attention to interesting events happening each week. Here are six activities that may grab your interest this week.

Monday, August 22, 2022 Huskers charge into new academic year

Nebraska Today is out on campus this week capturing the scene as Huskers return to campus for the start of the fall semester. We're updating multiple times daily, so stop by to dive into the excitement as our university returns for another academic year. If you have a campus moment you would like to share, send us details at tfedderson2@unl.edu.

Testing locations are available on UNL City Campus and East Campus.

Friday, August 19, 2022 DOs and DON'Ts: What to know if you need a COVID test

On the day of your COVID test, these are the things you should do before, during, and after the test so you can give a good sample.

More than 120 recognized student organizations (RSOs) will be showcased at two Club Fairs on Aug 24 & 25, 2022 at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Thursday, August 18, 2022 Explore more than 120 student orgs at Club Fairs on August 24 & 25

Occurring at the start of each semester, the Club Fairs are a chance for Huskers to meet and mingle with many recognized student organizations and clubs (RSOs) all at once.