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Stroll Off will be April 2, 2022 in the Coliseum at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Monday, March 28, 2022 5 great events happening this week

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

Sunday, March 27, 2022 Shaving heads and raising funds for childhood cancer research

Four brave souls signed up to get their heads shaved to support the advancement of life-saving childhood cancer treatments. The Scarlet & Cream Chapter of National Residence Hall Honorary from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln hosted the annual Shave for the Brave event in collaboration with the St. Baldrick’s Foundation on March 24 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m at the Abel-Sandoz Welcome Center.

Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Food drive to collect 2,022 items for Husker Pantry

University of Nebraska–Lincoln students are average more than 1,000 monthly visits to the Husker Pantry locations on City and East campuses, translating into almost 6,000 items being distributed every month to help Huskers with food insecurity.

Sigma Alpha Epsilon members Parker Low, Joe Cooley, Clay Fiolo, Bryson Metcalf and Matt Bruning work during the 2016 Big Event project.

Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Volunteers sought for annual Big Event

The 2022 Big Event is April 23. A minimum of 500 Huskers are needed to help the 35 nonprofits and 60 private residences who submitted projects to be completed.

Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Fine and Performing Arts invests in student pantry, success center

Building upon its efforts to meet student needs, the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts is opening a pantry and Student Success Center on March 24.

Big Red Resilience and Well-being volunteers pose with the dimensions of well-being that are promoted in the program to provide a framework for exploration and balance.

Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Big Red Resilience and Well-being seeks student volunteers

tudents are invited to join the Big Red Resilience and Well-being team for the 2022-23 academic year.

Monday, March 21, 2022 7 interesting events to attend March 22–25

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

River kayaking with Outdoor Adventures at University of Nebraska–Lincoln. [courtesy photo]

Friday, March 18, 2022 "A" is for adventures in April

With spring dawning in the Midwest, Outdoor Adventures is offering a busy menu of hiking, biking, camping, kayaking and rock climbing in April (and late March) for students to enjoy.

Members of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln clear trees and yard waste at a Lincoln residence during a previous year's The Big Event. The upcoming day of service is set for April 23, 2022. [University of Nebraska–Lincoln]

Thursday, March 17, 2022 Registration open for The Big Event volunteer project

The annual single day of service - set for April 23, 2022 - gives UNL students an opportunity to give back to the Lincoln community and support 35 nonprofits and 60 private residences.

A University fo Nebraska–Lincoln student networks with ServeNebraska during the January 2022 Nonprofit In Residence event in the Nebraska Union.

Wednesday, March 16, 2022 Nonprofit in Residence: Take the opportunity to network with these 5 nonprofits

Each day March 21-25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Nebraska Union, students and RSOs can learn about industries, internships, and volunteer opportunities with these five local nonprofit organizations.

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, March 15, 2022 Food drive to collect 2,022 items for Husker Pantry

The Spring Food Drive is one of two collection drives the pantry's Volunteers Board coordinate annually.

The university's annual Shave for the Brave fundraiser is March 24 in the Abel Hall Welcome Center.

Thursday, March 10, 2022 Shave for the Brave event is March 24

The annual Shave for the Brave event, a fundraiser to fight childhood cancer, is set for 5 to 7 p.m. March 24 in the Abel Hall Welcome Center.

Graphic of black women's feet on scale. Art by Libby Allan | Daily Nebraskan

Tuesday, March 8, 2022 Upcoming Nebraska Eating Disorder Network event to spread body positivity

“I think body positivity means celebrating your body for what it is now, not what it could be,” Karissa Boesiger, a senior speech pathology student and body positivity initiative intern at Big Red Resilience & Well-Being, said.

E-reader, hat, glasses and towel lay poolside

Monday, March 7, 2022 Tips for a safe and fun spring break

Many students choose to travel or head home for spring break. Here are a few tips to keep spring break memorable for all the right reasons:

Saturday, March 5, 2022 This Week: 5 events to see on Wednesday & Thursday

We combed through the campus calendars to draw your attention to interesting events happening each week. Here are 5 upcoming events taking place in the days preceding Spring Break.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln students gather on the Nebraska Union Memorial Plaza to enjoy the clear sky and warm weather. March 2, 2022. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Saturday, March 5, 2022 Staying close to campus for Spring Break? Here's 16 local events to check out

There are plenty of fun activities and places to visit on or near campus. Whether you're searching for entertainment, sports, relaxation or time outside, we've got you covered with this list.

Campus Rec's group fitness classes at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln will be free March 14-18, 2022 during Spring Break. [UNL Student Affairs Marketing and Communication]

Friday, March 4, 2022 Fitness classes are free for students during Spring Break

Campus Rec is adjusting its group fitness schedule for Spring Break. Fourteen classes will be offered Monday through Friday March 14–18, with daily options at both the Campus Rec Center and the Rec & Wellness Center. The classes are FREE for UNL students and rec members.

Thomas Kerr, a senior accounting major from Hastings, reads to children at the Foundations Progressive Learning Center during the Husker Reading Challenge. [Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement]

Friday, March 4, 2022 Volunteer Digest: 5 chances to help childhood literacy in March

Throughout this month, Huskers and RSOs are encouraged to learn about childhood literacy and volunteer at literacy programs in the Lincoln community.

Members of Students Together Against Cancer | Daily Nebraskan

Thursday, March 3, 2022 Student organization makes difference in lives of local cancer patients

Students Together Against Cancer, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln organization, was founded in 2012 with the hope to “provide emotional and financial assistance to local cancer patients,” according to its website. The organization provides STAC grants, $400 donations in the form of grocery gift cards or checks for utility bills, according to Sarah Hoagland, a senior biology major and president of STAC.

Students play foosball in a residence hall game room

Wednesday, March 2, 2022 Thousands of intentional conversations in residence halls open doors to resources and support

The job of a resident assistant is multifaceted – from helping residents on their floor with resources and problem-solving, to maintaining the safety and well-being of residents, RAs play an important role in the on-campus living experience. One way they maintain relationships with residents and check in to provide support is through regular one-on-one conversations with residents called "Intentional Interactions."