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Yule Love This. [image by elise petrovich | unsplash]

Monday, November 27, 2023 The Weekender: Holiday Sho-Ho-Ho-Down is the winter battle contest you've been waiting for

Be ready to get crafty. Are you good enough to advance through the first two rounds - ornaments and cookies - to secure a spot in the finale to construct a spectacular Holiday Gingerbread House? Many will try, yet only one team will triumph in this all-out campus holiday battle.

Horticulture Club is hosting its annual Poinsettia Sale from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. November 30 in both the Nebraska Union and Nebraska East Union.

Monday, November 27, 2023 RSO Roundup: Pies, poinsettias & performances fill this week's student org activities

In this issue: Dance Marathon // Delta Xi Nu Multicultural Sorority Inc. // Theta Xi // Massengale Senate // University Program Council // OASIS Student Advisory Board // Horticulture Club // The Red Keys // Boots & Cats // Business International Student Association

Snow on UNL’s City Campus. February 5, 2020. [Photo by Gregory Nathan / University Communication]

Wednesday, November 22, 2023 Adjusted hours for campus locations during Final Exams, Winter Break, Spring Pre-Session

A select list of campus spots and the adjusted hours from December 10, 2023 to January 21, 2024.

Level Up [image by damir-kopezhanov | unsplash]

Monday, November 13, 2023 The Weekender: Global Hot Drinks, badminton...and a free Turkey Trot, too

Connect casually with friends and culture for an easy weekend prior to Thanksgiving. At midday Friday, enjoy Global Hot Drinks in Louise Pound Hall. Later, go to the Rec Center for a Badminton Tournament. All weekend get free bowling at Nebraska East Union, too.

Student celebrate their win of the Showtime competition in the Coliseum [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Monday, October 30, 2023 Huskers mark weeklong Homecoming celebration, culminating in win

Among the highlights were "Showtime" in the Coliseum, the Traditions Race, a cornhole tournament, parade and the Cornstock Festival. The celebration culminated with a gridiron matchup between Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Purdue Boilermakers.

VIsit the UNL Student Observatory on Nov 3, 2023 with the LIFE IN LINCOLN series.

Monday, October 30, 2023 The Weekender: Campus Swifties invited for "1989" (Taylor's Version) party

Start the weekend with a free visit to the UNL Student Observatory on Nov 3 with the LIFE IN LINCOLN series. On Saturday night, seek out The Village Clubhouse to find the "1989 (Taylor’s Version) Listening Party".

Monster Mash MixxedFit group fitness class will be held from 8 to 8:50 p.m. October 31.

Monday, October 30, 2023 Treat yourself to 7 frightfully fun events this week

The Halloween spirit continues this week with themed meals at the dining centers, a bone-chilling workout, and a night with the director of the Saw movies. After the holiday, browse an identity-affirming clothing pop-up and enjoy a morning coffee bike ride.

Thursday, October 26, 2023 Things to do in Lincoln: ‘Halloweekend’ edition

[Daily Nebraskan] "Night of the Living Drag Show" cohosted by Spectrum UNL and the Gender and Sexuality Center on Oct 27 in the Nebraska Union is included in DN's list of Halloween festivities.

Exterior view of the Campus Rec Center's main entrance. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 Campus locations to adjust hours for Thanksgiving Break

A list of open campus spots and adjusted hours for November 21–26, 2023.

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]

Friday, October 20, 2023 8 events for EVERYONE during Homecoming Week

Homecoming at NEBRASKA is much more than an autumn football game and student royalty. There are activities each day for entertainment, giving back, and showing your Husker spirit. Here are great activities that every student should seek out.

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.”

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pickleball; Life in Lincoln; Bowling; Nintendo Switch; Hanging with the Huskers; Nebraska Men's Soccer Club [artwork by Christopher Dulak | Student Affairs]

Monday, September 25, 2023 The Weekender: Close out September with 7 free Friday activities

The afternoon and evening of Sept 29 is full of great FREE events. Start with Hanging with the Huskers and then transition to one or more choices of pickleball; an esport tournament; QTBIPoC social; game night in the Haymarket; a sport club spectator; and bowling at East Union.

Peace, Love, Consent event at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Monday, September 25, 2023 Tie-dye & Kona Ice at Peace, Love, Consent + six more can't miss events this week

Tie-dye your own custom shirt and join a discussion about Hispanic Heritage Month on Tuesday. Study in Sheldon's Great Hall on Wednesday. Learn to cook Italian favorites and watch Husker soccer on Thursday. Keep reading for more events happening Sept 25–Oct 1, 2023.

Sigma Psi Zeta is hosting their Pie-a-Sigma fundraiser from 3 to 6 p.m. September 22 on Nebraska Union Plaza. [courtesy image]

Monday, September 18, 2023 RSO ROUNDUP: Ping pong, pies & parties on the plaza

In this issue: Middle Eastern and North African Student Association// Delta Sigma Pi // Student Alumni Association // Best Buddies // UNL Panhellenic // Lutheran Student Center // Sigma Psi Zeta

Husker Vote Coalition has voter registration events planned for Sept 19 & 21, 2023. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Monday, September 18, 2023 92% of UNL students are registered voters. This week you have 2 chances to join the rosters.

September 19 is National Voter Registration Day. To mark the occasion, the Husker Vote Coalition is hosting two registration events - one each at the Nebraska Union Memorial Plaza and the Nebraska East Union.

Horticulture Club is hosting a plant sale from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. September 14. [courtesy image]

Tuesday, September 12, 2023 RSO ROUNDUP: Join clubs for plant and food fundraisers this week

In this issue: Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences // The Phi Iota Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. // Formula 1 Club // University Program Council // National Pan-Hellenic Council // Horticulture Club // Gamma Phi Beta // Farmhouse // Block & Bridle