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Monday, August 15, 2022 How to enjoy your first weekend back on campus

Welcome back to campus, Huskers! As you fill the residence halls, dining centers, academic buildings, and unions once again, you’re likely to bump into old friends and plan to get together with new ones.

The first weekend on campus usually involves meeting new people, attending Big Red Welcome events and lots of new experiences. Remember, making good choices will help you stay safe.

If you do choose to drink, check out these safety tips:

Monday, August 8, 2022 9 apps you need for fall semester

These are the apps every Husker needs right now to navigate campus life and have a successful start to the semester.

Post-it notes, markers, and pens on a desk. [pexels | photo by frans-van-heerden]

Monday, August 8, 2022 Back-to-School Countdown: Only 2 weeks to go. 10 things to do now.

Here are the things you should be doing this week so you are ready for a strong start to the academic year on August 22, 2022.

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 Francis retirement reception is July 13

A retirement reception for Charlie Francis, senior director of housing and dining, will take place from 4 to 5:30 p.m. July 13 at the Nebraska East Union, Great Plains Room. Remarks are scheduled for 4:30 p.m.

JD McCown, assistant director of the LGBTQA+ Center, arranges donated clothing in the Lavender Closet June 6. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Wednesday, June 8, 2022 Lavender Closet continues to serve Huskers, looks to expansion

Opened in 2019, the on-campus resource provides inclusive, affirming and affordable clothing to any student, whether that be related to ethnic, cultural or gender identities.

Rachel Summers and Kat Woerner, EarthStock co-chairs, show off reusable bags given out by the Office of Sustainability at EarthStock’s Block Party.

Friday, May 13, 2022 Earthstock success powered by student duo

Two University of Nebraska–Lincoln environmental studies majors harnessed their passion and education to plan (in a matter of months) EarthStock, a celebration of the planet in April.

Friday, May 6, 2022 Fuel up with free finals-week coffee from the chancellor

Students are wrapping another semester, and Chancellor Ronnie Green wants to help them cross the finish line.

Monday, April 25, 2022 Fridays in Spring: Fantastic free(ish) events for students to enjoy

Updated: May 5, 2022

'Fridays in Spring' highlights free(ish) student-focused events happening on campus on Friday afternoons and evenings in the fall semester. All students are welcome.

This listing will be updated continually as events are announced.

Want your event to be considered for the Fridays in Spring list? Add it to the UNL Events Calendar. RSOs can list their events on NVolveU.

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Adding in fun study breaks will let you relax, keep you focused and help you stay alert.

Monday, April 25, 2022 Study breaks will benefit you during the next few weeks

While cramming for tests and projects may seem like a rite of passage to generations of college students, it's not the most productive way to study. Even with the best-laid plans or intentions, the last-minute cram is not uncommon. That doesn’t mean you should keep your nose in the books all day and night. In fact, that can diminish the quality of your study session and your mental and physical well-being. Periodic breaks help you stay focused and alert.

[photo by Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, April 22, 2022 Before leaving for summer, do these things

Use this checklist in the last three weeks of the spring semester to take care of things before you depart campus.

Sheldon Museum of Art's Great Hall will be transformed into a Great Study Hall from 2 to 7 p.m. April 27, 2022. [courtesy photo]

Friday, April 22, 2022 Micro-internships, Ukraine fundraiser, and a scavenger hunt are things to check out

We comb through the campus calendars to draw your attention to interesting events happening each week. Here are eight activities from April 27 to May 2 that may grab your interest.

Husker Venture Fund won the Outanding New Student Organization Award at the Student Impact Awards on April 14, 2022. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Friday, April 15, 2022 Winners announced for annual Student Impact Awards

The recipients for 2021-22 were announced by Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement at an evening reception in the Nebraska East Union on April 14.

The Gelato Bar in the Abel Dining Complex scoops up a variety of elegant and tasty flavors. [Christopher Dulak | Student Affairs]

Thursday, April 14, 2022 Challenge yourself to finish these Bucket List activities before the semester ends

Try to complete all of these 16 campus activities to get the full Husker experience. There are plenty of foodie stops, fine arts events, social opportunities and gorgeous sites to see. Get started now to finish the list before the semester ends.

Pilates & Lattes is April 12, 2022 at the Campus Rec Center.

Monday, April 11, 2022 Research SLAM, pilates and lattes are among 5 can't-miss activities

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

Aerial image above City Campus at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, April 8, 2022 Celebrate Earth Day with these nearby events

The city of Lincoln will celebrate Earth Day on April 23, 2022. Here's a list of local events happening through the end of the month.

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.

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.

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.

New Orleans-style BBQ Shrimp [photo | The Food Channel]

Friday, February 25, 2022 Mardi Gras Lunch leads the can't-miss events for Feb. 28–March 2

We combed through the campus calendars to draw your attention to wonderful events happening this week. Here are six upcoming events for every Husker.

Monday, February 21, 2022 9 can't miss events through the last week of February

It's the final days of February 2022. Here are the can't miss events you should attend before the arrival of March.