Nebraska Unions

Nebraska Sens. Tom Brandt and Patty Pansing Brooks (left) laugh during a Nov. 19 panel on civility in the Nebraska Union.

Thursday, November 21, 2019 Nebraska union: State senators offer thoughts on civil discourse

Favor the face-to-face or the phone call to the email or the tweet. Step into another’s experience and invite them into yours. Engage in self-reflection. Five Nebraska senators shared the civility lessons they’ve learned and practiced on the floor of the country’s only unicameral, non-partisan legislature during a Nov. 19 panel discussion that capped the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Peace and Civility project.

Boots and Cats will perform during A Cappella Night on Nov. 22 in the Nebraska Union Ballroom.

Thursday, November 21, 2019 Student groups take the stage for A Cappella Night

UPC Nebraska will present A Cappella Night at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 22 in the Nebraska Union Ballroom. The musical showcase will feature award-winning University of Nebraska–Lincoln student a cappella groups The Bathtub Dogs, Boots and Cats, Pitch Please, The Red Keys, Rocktavo and Take Note.

Tuesday, November 12, 2019 Dining hall to open as first of three new dining options in East Campus Union

University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s East Campus Union will soon be home to three new dining options. By fall 2020, the union will have a new dining hall, a Starbucks and a Herbie’s Market C-Store.

Bicycles parked in a bike rack at the Nebraska Union.

Friday, November 8, 2019 Bike Care: 5 steps to winterize your bicycle for storage

Many cyclists and bike-commuters enjoy riding all year, regardless of the season. Yet if you plan to put away your bike for the colder seasons, follow these steps and use your on-campus services to keep your ride in great condition.

FreeQuency will perform their slam poetry on topics such as gender-based and African American culture and issues on Friday, Nov. 8, in the Nebraska Union Ballroom at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 7, 2019 Award-winning slam poet FreeQuency to perform

The 2018 Women of the World Poetry Slam champion Mwende “FreeQuency” Katwiwa will perform in an event co-sponsored by the University Program Council and the Women’s Center Nov. 8.

Thursday, October 24, 2019 Campus NightLife to bring back Union Takeover on Thursday

Students can have fun and relax at the Union Takeover hosted by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Campus NightLife on Thursday, Oct. 24, from 8-11 p.m. on the second floor of the Nebraska Union.

Hands with "Not on My Campus" written across them

Tuesday, October 15, 2019 Photo booth to combat negative messages

A photo booth to combat negative messages will be set up from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 15-17 in the Nebraska Union. Participants can write, display and photograph the hate and negativity they want to erase from campus.

Monday, October 14, 2019 CARE moves to Nebraska Union, advocates for students under new name

Wednesday, October 2, 2019 Union auditorium named in honor of Daryl Swanson

For 43 years —39 as a professional, three as a student employee — Daryl Swanson was a constant presence in the halls and rooms of the Nebraska Unions on both city and east campus.

2019 Chancellor's Celebration of Service event

Friday, September 20, 2019 86 individuals. 1,340 combined hours of service.

A round of applause to our Student Affairs team members honored at the Celebration of Service for their service and fortitude to the university. Each day our staff impact the lives of students, helping them to be their best.

Tuesday, September 10, 2019 CARE, LGBTQA+ and Women’s Centers align for greater student support

Located on the third floor of the Nebraska Union, the university's LGBTQA+ Resource and Women’s Centers have a long history of supporting Huskers of all identities, experiences and backgrounds.

Recently renovated, the Georgian Suite will now be known as Chimney Rock.

Wednesday, July 31, 2019 Nebraska Union renames rooms to honor state heritage, landmarks

The True Black History Museum includes original documents from historic figures such as Booker T. Washington (pictured), Mary McLeod Bethune and Barack Obama.

Thursday, February 21, 2019 True Black History Museum coming to Nebraska Union

The True Black History Museum, a traveling exhibition with more than 1,000 artifacts dating from the late 1600s to the 21st century, will be on display from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 22 in the Nebraska Union’s Colonial Room.

Friday, January 25, 2019 'Daily Show' comedian to perform at Nebraska Union

Comedian Ronny Chieng will perform at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 1 in the Nebraska Union Auditorium.

A worker at the welcome desk in the Nebraska Union at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln answers a student's question on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Lincoln, Nebraska. | Daily Nebraskan

Friday, January 11, 2019 Nebraska Union offers flexible jobs to students

The students sitting at the Nebraska Union welcome desk or taking orders at the union Starbucks may seem like regular student workers, but they beat out many others for the chance to greet visitors or make lattes.

Mary Ellen's Soul Food will open a temporary pop-up shop in the Nebraska Union beginning Dec. 3.

Thursday, December 6, 2018 New lunch option available at the Nebraska Union

Mary Ellen’s Food for the Soul, a popular food truck north of the Nebraska Union, opened a pop-up shop Dec. 3, providing an additional lunch option.

Concept drawing of the renovated interior of the Nebraska East Union. A presentation on the $28.5 million project is 6 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 6.

Friday, November 2, 2018 Info session on East Union renovation is Nov. 6

The $28.5 million renovation of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s East Union will create student-focused spaces, improved dining options, a Starbucks, expansion of the Great Plains Room, and modern study spaces when complete by 2020.

Wednesday, September 26, 2018 81 Student Affairs employees honored for service

Student Affairs is honored to have 81 individuals receiving Service Awards in 2018. The annual awards are presented to university employees who complete years of service in five-year intervals. Awards are calculated both on consolidated or continuous regular employment.

Charles Phillips slices brisket in his food truck, Mary Ellen's Food for the Soul. The truck was one of two available on the Nebraska Union Plaza on Aug. 20. | University Communication

Wednesday, August 22, 2018 Nebraska Union offers extra food options during construction

Willa S. Cather Dining Complex at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Tuesday, May 15, 2018 Housing leadership change announced

Charlie Francis, director of the Nebraska Unions, has been named interim director of University Housing, effective July 1. Francis's appointment follows the retirement of Sue Gildersleeve, director of University Housing, on June 30.