Nebraska Unions

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.

6 Weeks of Welcome Infographic - Big Red Welcome at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Monday, October 16, 2017 Six Weeks of Welcome and countless activities

As students enjoy Fall Break, it's worth noting the number of activities and accomplishments from the beginning of the semester.

Friday, October 13, 2017 ‘Check Up From the Neck Up’ raises awareness, fights stigma

More than 100 students received free screenings for depression, anxiety, stress and other mood conditions at Nebraska Medicine–University Health Center’s annual Check Up From the Neck Up event on Oct. 5.

Student looks at photo in Mandala Lounge

Tuesday, April 11, 2017 Mandala Lounge unveiling kicks off JGMC & OASIS Week

On Monday, April 10, staff at the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center unveiled new canvas prints in the Mandala Lounge during the JGMC & OASIS Open House event.

A snapshot of the original culture center of 1950 flanks the left side of the gallery while photos from events like Lunar New Year, Dish It Up, the step show and InvAsian tell the story of the building and its associated programs. An image from the construction of the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center in 2009 completes the symmetrical pattern.

Tuesday, April 11, 2017 Remodeled Georgian Suite open for reservations

The newly remodeled Georgian Suite offers a capacity of 125, expanding the Nebraska Unions room offerings on City Campus.

A remodel began in the summer 2016 and was completed this earlier this spring. The red drapes, dark tones and chandelier lighting synonymous with the older decor were replaced with lighter modern finishes and that match look of other newly renovated spaces like the Big Ten Room and Colonial Room.

Outdoor Adventure Center Coordinator Todd Grier introduces the concept of risk management at the Feb. 14 RSO workshop

Wednesday, March 1, 2017 RSO workshops provide student groups with tools for success

Student Involvement hosted recognized student organization (RSO) workshops on risk management, motivation and inspiration, civil discourse and navigating the Student Organization Financial Services (SOFS).

Director of Risk Management and Insured Benefits Gayle Schanou, Outdoor Adventure Center Coordinator Todd Grier and Coordinator of Fraternity Life Jon Gayer led the risk management workshop on Feb. 14. The presenters discussed perceived risk and how to be prepared for unexpected situations.

Family members watch the Nebraska football game together at Family Weekend

Monday, September 26, 2016 Weather Doesn't Stop Husker Watch Party

Students and parents gathered to watch the Huskers defeat Northwestern on Sat., Sept. 24 for the Husker Watch Party. The event, which was first scheduled to take place at Memorial Stadium, was moved to the Nebraska Union due to rain. A highly anticipated Campus NightLife event, this year's watch party was co-sponsored by the UNL Parents Association as part of Family Weekend.

Members of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity with new rock located south of the Nebraska Union

Monday, September 19, 2016 Campus Landmark Honors Legacy of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity

On Friday, Sept. 16, members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. returned to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus to celebrate the milestone of their 100-year-old chapter. Accompanied by family and Eta Chapter supporters, the gentlemen dedicated a 2,000-pound granite stone to the University as a symbol of the strength of the Kappa Alpha Psi as the first historically African-American fraternity at Nebraska. Local and national officers spoke proudly of the sustainable force that the fraternity provided to the community and student life for the past century.

Tuesday, August 23, 2016 Welcome Back Photo Gallery | Fall 2016

Get a glimpse of the activities from the beginning of the fall semester in our photo gallery.