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The Musical Chairs ride and Ferris wheel light up the East Stadium Plaza during the 2022 Cornstock Festival. The 2023 festival is 4 to 8 p.m. Oct. 27, again on the plaza. The event is free and open to the public. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 University to celebrate homecoming with ‘Through These Gates’

This year’s University of Nebraska–Lincoln homecoming week runs Oct. 23-28 and will carry the theme “Through These Gates: 100 Years of Saturdays at Memorial Stadium.”

The 2023 homecoming royalty finalists are: (back row, from left) Phoenix Sadd, Sam Spethman, Cordell Vrbka, Preston Kotik, Dylan Anderson, Grant Auman, Jayven Brandt, Samuel Phillips, Paul Owens and Paul Pechous; (front row, from left) Bridget Peterkin, Whitney Schwisow, Rachel Morros, Ritsa Giannakas, Madison Stracke, Nyarial Nyoak, Megan Snow, Isha Kishore, Lydia Storm and Hannah-Kate Kinney.

Monday, October 16, 2023 20 Huskers named 2023 homecoming royalty finalists

The royalty winners will be elected by the student body in an online vote Oct. 25 and 26. They will be crowned Oct. 28 at halftime of the Nebraska vs. Purdue football game, which kicks off at 2:30 p.m. in Memorial Stadium.

Dylan Mcrae, forward (74), moves the puck down the ice. [Dillon Galloway | University Communication and Marketing]

Friday, October 13, 2023 Club hockey offers shot at competition, friendship

Students at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln are breaking the ice for some sports on campus and running their own organizations through the Campus Recreation Center.

Friday, October 13, 2023 UNL’s Multicultural Greek Council builds culture, community for students

[Daily Nebraskan] The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Multicultural Greek Council is making a difference on campus, inspiring students and offering cultural-based communities that become home for many.

[art by Ariana Garber | Daily Nebraskan]

Friday, October 13, 2023 New UNL students will no longer select rooms, opting for hall preferences

[Daily Nebraskan] Incoming freshmen will no longer be able to select the rooms they will live in for the 2024-25 school year.

Kacey Heidbrink watches as Brandon Thelen preps her arm to donate. Students donate in the Homecoming Blood Drive in the Nebraska Union ballroom on city campus. October 27, 2020. [Photo by Craig Chandler / University Communication].

Thursday, October 12, 2023 Homecoming Blood Drive: Donating is a simple way to make a big impact

The annual Homecoming Blood Drive is set for October 23–26, 2023. Signup for time slots will open October 16.

Isela Tercero, agricultural education and applied science double major, is from Broken Bow, Nebraska.

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 Upbringing sparks passion for education in Tercero

Isela Tercero’s experiences growing up ignited her passion for education. Now, the agricultural education and applied science double major from Broken Bow, Nebraska, has leveraged opportunities to grow at Nebraska and is preparing to make her impact as an educator after graduation.

Monday, October 9, 2023 Halls celebrate on-campus living with a bonanza of treats for Resident Appreciation Week

Steak meals, donut breakfasts, evening waffles, and massage chairs are just a few of the fun activities on tap through Oct 12 for the 5,000+ Huskers living in UNL's fourteen residence halls. Here is the complete list of where and when things are happening.

Night of the Living Drag Show is Oct 27, 2023.

Monday, October 9, 2023 10 campus activities to get you in the Halloween spirit

If you're eager to get in the Halloween spirit, check out these events that begin soon and run through the month of October.

Asher Lahm, captain of the Splatoon team, plays a game of Splatoon in Knoll Residence Hall on Oct. 3, 2023, in Lincoln, Nebraska. [Photo by Kaidence Donahue | Daily Nebraskan]

Friday, October 6, 2023 UNL Splatoon team aims to cream all over competition

[Daily Nebraskan] Nebraska Esports, a recognized student organization, added to its variety of esports teams this semester with the creation of its Splatoon team.

Friday, October 6, 2023 Cinema 16 welcomes all students to create their own films

[Daily Nebraskan] From seasoned filmmakers to imaginative people looking for a new hobby, Cinema 16 is a great way for students to express their creativity.

Friday, October 6, 2023 Stay safe with simple Fall Break travel tips

Prior to departing for the fall break holiday, each student should proactively prepare to travel safely. Whether you're flying to a destination or hitting the road, here are some essential reminders to keep in mind.

A large group of students play an enthusiastic game of Mexican Bingo at Fiesta on the Green. [Kristen Labadie | University Communication and Marketing ]

Friday, October 6, 2023 Fiesta on the Green brings music, fun to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

A large group of students, staff and faculty enjoyed games, crafts, performances and a mix of traditional and pop music from Latin America at Fiesta on the Green, the annual campus celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

Thursday, October 5, 2023 5 Tips for Caring for Your Mid-Semester Mental Health and Wellbeing

Written by Mariah Johnson, Counseling & Psychological Services outreach coordinator for suicide prevention.

Midterms can be a stressful time as you manage the many demands and responsibilities at this time of year. Balancing exams, projects, extracurricular activities, and more can make it difficult to prioritize time to focus on taking care of yourself. Here are some tips to focus on your mental health and well-being at this time of the academic year.

The annual Holidays for Little Huskers fulfills the holiday wish lists of the children of UNL students. [photo: Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, October 4, 2023 Holidays for Little Huskers to provide gifts to kids of student-parents

RSOs, Greek chapters, friends, and departments can come together to purchase wish list items and gifts for the children of Husker student-parents to help make the holidays a little brighter and provide a little something extra during the winter season. Donors need to sign up by October 31, 2023.

Wednesday, October 4, 2023 ASUN, Athletics partner for tickets to Student Migration football game

The Nebraska-Wisconsin football game on Nov 18 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, WI is designated as the season's Student Migration event, when Husker fans are encouraged to flock en masse to an away game. Through Oct 13, students can request tickets online at $55 each.

Saladworks + Frutta Bowls now available at Abel Dining Center

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 Saladworks and Frutta Bowls open first location at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Saladworks, the nation’s leading fast-casual entree salad franchise, and Frutta Bowls, a restaurant concept structured around specialty açai bowls, have opened their first location in Nebraska. Located in the Abel Dining Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Juan Cervantes Juan Cervantes, Gilman Scholar and pre-dental hygiene major at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. [University Communications and Marketing]

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 Cervantes chasing ‘undeniable curiosity for science’ at Nebraska

Juan Cervantes, a pre-dental hygiene major from Lincoln, has immersed himself in all college has to offer, from studying abroad to finding an internship to serving on the executive board of a student organization.

Rainbow drawn in chalk on asphalt. [photo by alex jackman | unsplash]

Monday, October 2, 2023 October is LGBTQA+ History Month. Four ways you can show support at UNL.

Gender and Sexuality Center shares a list of recommended events and actions for the community and allies to enjoy and celebrate.

Homecoming Week, one of many exciting happenings around campus this month, is Oct. 23-28. [University Communications and Marketing]

Monday, October 2, 2023 Frights and fun mark October on campus

Fall is officially upon us, and from fright-filled movies to outdoor adventures, we’ve got you covered with all the best things to do this month to get you in the seasonal spirit.