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Learning a new language can be extremely beneficial to your future career.

Sunday, April 26, 2020 Skill Building: Learn a Language

Learning a new language is one skill that can help expand your global reach and open up new doors in any job field. Check out these resources to begin your language journey.

Saturday, April 25, 2020 Struggling with your sleep schedule? Here's how to fix it.

It can be all-too-familiar for college students to have a dysfunctional sleep schedule. You may find yourself staying up for long hours and sleeping in later and later. These guidelines can help you fix your sleep schedule issues.

Friday, April 24, 2020 My Well-being: Elevating my intellectual pursuits

This week, UNL well-being ambassador Karlie Van Meter shares three personal practices she employs to emphasis her intellectual learning and pursuits while balancing overall personal well-being.

Audrey Kreun, a first-year accounting major at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, recently ran a virtual half-marathon through Campus Recreation. Kreun is pictured here with her father, Mark, who was one of many family members and friends who cheered her on during the event.

Friday, April 24, 2020 Finishing strong: Friends, family help Husker complete virtual half-marathon

After the virus pandemic shut down Audrey Kreun’s plans to run her first half-marathon this spring, she was determined to complete the race anyway — and found an opportunity through Campus Recreation’s virtual run challenge.

Friday, April 24, 2020 Leow aligns therapists to offer free mental health supports

Using her connections to mental health practitioners, Cassandra Leow organized a group of more than 40 therapists to offer free mental health support for anyone who may be struggling.

Take regular breaks from studying to keep yourself energized and focused.

Thursday, April 23, 2020 Take a 'brain break' to boost your focus on studying

Spending long hours in online classes or studying for finals can easily tire you out. It's important to take care of yourself by stepping away from the screens for a while.

Thursday, April 23, 2020 Create tasty eats with Campus Rec’s cooking videos

Each 30- to 60-secound video clip introduces you to the ingredient list and step-by-step instructions for successfully cooking a quick snack or meal. New videos are released every Tuesday.

Thursday, April 23, 2020 Innocents Society, Mortar Board members inducted for 2020-21

Forty-one University of Nebraska–Lincoln students were recently inducted into Mortar Board and the Innocents Society based on their outstanding scholarship, leadership and service to the university and community.

Photo courtesy of Craig Chandler / University Communication

Thursday, April 23, 2020 UNL community comes together, donates 1,964 masks for staff and students

UNL sent a request for more than 1,000 masks for essential workers about two weeks ago. As of Tuesday night, about 1,964 masks had been donated for an identified 1,765 people, which includes individuals who work on campus and students remaining on campus.

Grace Ellis, a sophomore in secondary education from Waverly, Nebraska, stayed on campus to serve as a resident assistant and work as a desk assistant in University Suites.

Wednesday, April 22, 2020 Resident assistant stays to help fellow students

When the University of Nebraska–Lincoln announced a transition to remote learning, Grace Ellis knew she could be of service as a resident assistant to students who needed to stay.

DJ DeWayne will lead an online karaoke and dance night event for all Huskers on April 25.

Wednesday, April 22, 2020 Karaoke, dance night to connect Huskers around the world

Huskers around the world can join DJ DeWayne at 8 p.m. April 25 for a night of music, dance and virtual connections. Videos of Huskers singing and/or dancing can be submitted for the event.

Spring flowers blooming outside Love Library. (Craig Chandler | University Communication)

Wednesday, April 22, 2020 Commission extending nomination period for LGBTQA+ award

The Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of Gender and Sexual Identities is extending the nomination period for the Chancellor’s Award for LGBTQA+ Contributions, a faculty/staff award. The nomination period will now be open until May 1 for the Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Contributions to the LGBTQA Community.

A paper grocery bag sits outside a house's door. (Christopher Dulak | UNL Student Affairs)

Wednesday, April 22, 2020 Local agency seeks 15 volunteers to distribute food May 11

Interested individuals can sign up to help via the UNL Center for Civic Engagement's COVID-19 Service Opportunities list.

2019 homecoming roylaty at the Univesity of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Tuesday, April 21, 2020 Apps for 2020 Homecoming Royalty due May 9

Full-time students who have completed at least 75 hours by the end of spring semester and have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA are eligible to apply. Homecoming Week is October 4-10, 2020.

Aerial view above the University of Nebraska-Lincoln city campus.

Monday, April 20, 2020 Chancellor's diversity commissions seek new members

The Chancellor’s Diversity Commissions - for the Status of Women; the Status of People of Color; and the Status of Gender and Sexual Identities - are currently seeking new members whose terms will begin in the fall of 2020. Membership includes faculty, staff and students and represents the entire campus community.

Cheryl Duncan, a residence hall custodial leader with University Housing, wears personal protective equipment as she demonstrates how the residence hall rooms will be cleaned. The face shield and Tyvek gown Duncan is wearing were manufactured at Nebraska Innovation Campus.

Monday, April 20, 2020 University prepared to provide quarantine space for community

In a joint effort, University Operations and University Housing are preparing up to 45 rooms in Harper Hall to be available under a state government contract to provide self-quarantine space for first responders, health care workers and others.

Monday, April 20, 2020 Awards place a spotlight on student organization achievements

Student Involvement announced the 2020 Student Impact Awards to honor students, advisors, and programs who made significant contributions to their student organization and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus during the previous year.

Sunday, April 19, 2020 Academic integrity: Tips for success in the next 3 weeks

The end of this semester naturally gets more challenging as comprehensive examinations, projects and work deadlines approach.

Sunday, April 19, 2020 Health Center Tip: 5 strategies to stay physically healthy while social distancing

As you continue to adjust to your “new normal” amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s essential to continue prioritizing your physical well-being.

Sunday, April 19, 2020 Skill building: Learn photography online

There are a lot of ways to make yourself likely to succeed in your future career, and knowing some useful skills will no doubt come in handy. Photography, for example, will help you out in a variety of circumstances.