Nebraska Unions

Monday, January 6, 2020 7 New Year’s resolutions to help you feel happier

While focusing on your fitness can be an important resolution that supports your emotional, physical and spiritual well-being, it is also important to explore other dimensions of well-being as you seek a balanced life. Consider adopting one of these resolutions that may help you feel happier with your life.

Friday, December 13, 2019 Before leaving for winter break, DO THESE THINGS

Use this checklist and helpful tips to ensure a hassle-free departure from campus as the semester ends.

Friday, December 13, 2019 Chancellor pours free coffee for finals week grind

Chancellor Ronnie Green is providing free drip coffee to students during finals week, Dec. 16-20. It will be available at Adele Hall Learning Commons, Nebraska Unions and East Campus Rec and Wellness Center.

Female students wears headphones and looks at her laptop screen.

Friday, December 13, 2019 Study spaces offer extended finals week hours

Campus venues are offering extended hours during the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s fall 2019 finals week, Dec. 16-20.

Woman studying for exams with a laptop computer.

Thursday, December 12, 2019 Study breaks can benefit you during exam week

Cramming for final exams has been a rite of passage for generations of college students. 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.

Friday, December 6, 2019 De-stress Fest offers different activities nightly

Take a break at 6 p.m. each night December 9-12 to enjoy fun and fellowship in the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center's OASIS Lounge.

Thursday, December 5, 2019 STUDY SPOTS: 9 campus locales to hit the books

Each person has different needs when choosing an the ideal study space. Furniture, power outlets, windows, temperature, energy level, - even the color of the walls - can be deciding factors. Here’s nine spots to enjoy for studying or meeting a group project.

Paul Muragizi, a senior sociology major from Lincoln, walks across the Union plaza during a snowy day.

Monday, December 2, 2019 Explore Lincoln: 6 things to do this December

Welcome to Explore Lincoln, a monthly column featuring events, exhibitions and interesting things to do on campus and across Lincoln.

Monday, December 2, 2019 Adjusted hours for finals week and winter break

Students will enjoy extended hours in many campus locations during finals week. As the break begins, students should expect reduced hours from many campus services. Use this helpful list as a guide:

Will Jackson, library and resources coordinator in the LGBTQA+ Center, sorts through piles of donations for the Lavender Closet.

Sunday, December 1, 2019 LGBTQA+ Resource Center offers safe space and resources to UNL students

Starbucks in the Nebraska Union at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Friday, November 22, 2019 Starbucks to accept dining dollars as meal plan options expand in 2020

Beginning in the fall 2020 semester, University of Nebraska-Lincoln students will be able to use dining dollars at the Starbucks in the Nebraska Union as a part of their 2020-21 meal plan options.

Students meet Nov. 18 during one of the twice-weekly Coffee Talks at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's Nebraska Union. Coffee Talks bring together domestic and international students for conversations on campus life, culture and more.

Thursday, November 21, 2019 Coffee Talks bring together domestic, international students

Friendships and conversations are brewing through weekly Coffee Talks at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Launched as a pilot project in April 2016 by Student Involvement, the program brings together domestic and international students to explore life on campus, cultures and anything else that comes to mind during hour-long chats in the Nebraska Union.

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.