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Husker students can enjoy free Starbucks drip coffee May 3-7, 2021 at two spots on campus.

Tuesday, April 27, 2021 Fuel up with free coffee from the Chancellor during finals

As spring semester reaches its end, students are invited to enjoy a free cup of Starbucks drip coffee May 3 to 7 at the Nebraska Union or Nebraska East Union, courtesy of Chancellor Ronnie Green.

A climber scales teh climbing wall in the Outdoor Adventures Center.

Friday, April 23, 2021 Study break tips that will benefit you during exam week

This exam week, try to focus on your mental and physical well-being as well as your studies. Adding in fun study breaks will let you relax, keep you focused and help you stay alert. Here are some exciting ways to give yourself a much-deserved mental break.

Friday, April 23, 2021 Before leaving for summer, DO THESE THINGS

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

Maxwell Arboretum [Brittany Meiners | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, April 21, 2021 Challenge yourself to finish these Bucket List activities before the semester ends

Try to complete all of these 12 campus activities to get the full Huskers 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.

Fridays in Spring at the Unveristy of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Sunday, April 18, 2021 Fridays in Spring: Fantastic free(ish) events for students to enjoy

'Fridays in Spring' highlights free(ish) student-focused events happening on campus on Friday afternoons and evenings in the Spring 2021 semester. All students are welcome.

NOTE: This listing is continually updated as events are announced.

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Winners of the Student Impact Awards were announced April 15, 2021 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln [ Mike Jackson | Student Affairs ]

Friday, April 16, 2021 Winners announced for Student Impact Awards

The annual Student Impact Awards were announced for 2020-21 by Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement at an afternoon reception on April 15.

Friday, April 16, 2021 Close out the semester with nine hours of FREE fun on Saturday, April 24

Two back-to-back campus events will give Huskers will lots of free fun to enjoy.

Large picture window in Love Library wiht a view of Mueller Tower. [photo by Kirsten Wandrey | Student Affairs]

Friday, April 16, 2021 Study Spots: Hit the books at these places with a beautiful view

Finals are coming up before you know it, and you're probably looking for a good study spot. Instead of staring at a wall all day, it's nice to have a view to gaze at while hitting the books. These study spots all come with beautiful scenery, perfect to create a calming mood this 15th week.

Students (from left) Samantha Moore, William Roarty and Jace Armstrong let the wind do the work as they blow bubbles outside the Nebraska Union during Spring Breakout on March 29. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, April 2, 2021 Wind power | Photo of the week

Students Samantha Moore, William Roarty and Jace Armstrong let the wind do the work as they blow bubbles outside the Nebraska Union during Spring Breakout on March 29.

Michelle Ellsworth - one of the world’s most creative multimedia dance artists - will perfrom at 7:30 p.m. April 10 for a Lied Center Virtual Event. (courtesy photo)

Thursday, April 1, 2021 Best-of-the-Best events this week | April 5-12

It's a busy week of events, but there's no need to worry– we've compiled the best of the best for you in our weekly list. See all of the recommendations for workshops, social exercise trips, inclusivity and support events and more.

Friday, March 26, 2021 Activities you shouldn't miss | March 29-April 3

We've gathered the best-of-the-best events for the week. Whether you're looking to develop your future career, have fun at social events with friends or listen to an engaging speaker, there's something going on around campus to suit your interests.

Friday, March 19, 2021 March 29 is the SPRING BREAKOUT

Even though there isn't a traditional spring break this year, Huskers can have some fun-in-the-sun at a special event on campus March 29.

Friday, March 12, 2021 UNL frontline workers overcome pandemic uncertainty to serve campus

(Daily Nebraskan) All over campus the past year, UNL staff adjusted, adapted and made sacrifices to meet the new challenges presented by the pandemic.

Friday, March 12, 2021 Re-center your mind using these "brain break" ideas

Taking a break has many benefits. It allows you to be social and connect with others, clear your head from stress, re-center your mind on what really matters and leave you feeling refreshed and awake. Plus, the nice weather makes it even more enjoyable to leave your studying space for a bit.

The Lied Center for Perfroming Arts will present the IBEX Puppetry Show on March 4, 2021.

Friday, February 26, 2021 10 events you won't want to miss out on this week | March 1–6

Keep yourself entertained this week with any of these exciting and educational events.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln senior Kateri Hartman, an advertising and public relations major from Wahoo, sets up some of the 70 dominos with the names of students who signed a pledge as part of The Civility Effect on Thursday at the Nebraska Union. As part of the project, five UNL students aim to teach people how to have productive, civil conversations. (FRANCIS GARDLER, Journal Star)

Friday, February 26, 2021 UNL students aim to teach people how to have productive, civil conversations

The recognized student organization Public Relations Student Society of America hosted an event for UNL students at the Nebraska Union's Plaza titled the Civility Effect Experience. The purpose of the event was to teach students more about civility, allow students to share their own experiences with civility and stage a demonstration illustrating the impact civility can have.

Thursday, February 25, 2021 UPC to host storytelling session with ‘Humans of New York’ founder

(Daily Nebraskan) Since 2010, Brandon Stanton has been capturing the fascinating lives of pedestrians through his famous blog “Humans of New York.” What started out as a passion project to photograph 10,000 New Yorkers on the street has evolved into a career of storytelling.

Friday, February 19, 2021 Nominations open for Student Impact Awards

Student Impact Awards are awarded annually to celebrate the outstanding contributions to the campus community by the more than 550 Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs) and their leaders. Awards are presented in a variety of categories and any UNL community member, RSO member or advisor may nominate an individual or group for the awards. Nominations are due by 11:30 p.m. March 21, 2021.

This year, awards will be presented for:

Artwork by Andrea Atkinson for the Daily Nebraskan.

Saturday, February 13, 2021 The BLM movement and UNL's involvement in it: A timeline

Valentino's restaurant in the Nebraska Union.

Monday, February 8, 2021 Campus mobile meal order app begins accepting credit cards

Making a food connection with five of the food court restaurants in the Nebraska Union and Nebraska East Union has just gotten easier for Huskers.