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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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Art by Adriana Catalan | Daily Nebraskan

Tuesday, April 6, 2021 UNL to host gender-inclusive presentation about period health via Zoom

Period Health 101 is a gender-inclusive presentation about all things period related occurring Tuesday, April 6, with a Q&A section at the end.

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.

Lizzy Lavin gestures with her hands while recording an episode of the podcast "What You Missed At The Women's Center" with co-host Syrah Andrews. [photo by Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Thursday, April 1, 2021 Gender equity advocacy gets a voice in campus podcast. Meet the two students behind it and how they got started.

Women's Center student employees Lizzy Lavin and Syrah Andrews are co-hosts who developed "That's What You Missed at the Women's Center," a podcast all about gender equity and becoming an intersectional advocate in the local community. Learn more about the pair and their driving inspiration.

The Residence Hall Association at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hosting an outdoor screening of the film "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" on March 27, 2021.

Friday, March 19, 2021 Events you shouldn't miss this week | March 22-27

We've curated a list of the best events happening on campus and nearby for you to consider doing this week.

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.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln women’s center staff, Derrick Gulley, Stephanie Alderson and Pat Tetreault (left to right), pose for a portrait at the women’s center in the Nebraska Union on Monday, March 15, 2021 in Lincoln, Nebraska. (Photo by Johnna Sisneros | Daily Nebraskan)

Wednesday, March 17, 2021 UNL Women’s Center to celebrate 50 years of activism and aid

[from the Daily Nebraskan] The presence of organizations such as the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Women’s Center have helped women of all identities in Nebraska attend higher education.

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.

Friday, February 26, 2021 UNL student awarded for her activism and leadership on campus

(Daily Nebraskan) Batool Ibrahim, junior political science and global studies double major, received the Honorable Mention Campus Award at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s MLK Commemorative Celebration for her leadership on campus.

Snowy campus shot outside Nebraska Union

Thursday, February 4, 2021 Commission on the Status of Women seeks award nominees

The Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of Women is accepting nominations for outstanding faculty, staff and students who have worked to create a climate that encourages women to succeed at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. These efforts may be by an individual, organization or department within the institution.

Sunday, December 13, 2020 Huskers step up big with donations in November

Individuals, departments, and the community opened their hearts (and wallets) to give over 275 items for an annual gift drive, plus thousands of dollars in a new donation drive to keep Husker students warm during the cold months.

Homemade snowman decorations | photo credit: Vishnu Prasad unsplash.com

Friday, November 6, 2020 Giving Back: Brighten the life of a child with 'Holidays for Little Huskers'

RSOs, Greek chapters, friends, and departments can come together to purchase wish list items and gifts for the children of Husker student-parents to help make the holidays a little brighter and provide a little something extra during the winter season. Potential sponsors need to sign up by November 13, 2020.

100 Year Anniversary of Women's Right to Vote

Thursday, September 24, 2020 UNL Women’s Center plans to celebrate 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage

This year marks the 100th anniversary of women’s right to vote. The Center for Advocacy, Response and Education and the Women’s Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln are hosting an event about the history of women’s suffrage in Nebraska.

Friday, September 11, 2020 ASUN allocates funds to Women’s Center for sexual wellness kits

The Association of Students of the University of Nebraska passed a piece of legislation allocating funds to promote sexual wellness at its weekly Zoom meeting Wednesday.

Sunday, August 16, 2020 Follow these Instagrams to connect with on-campus communities

Keep up with what fellow Huskers are doing - whether it’s to draw inspiration, find out about new events, set up a collaboration, or just get a glimpse into what others are up to.

Aerial view above the University of Nebraska-Lincoln city campus.

Monday, April 20, 2020 Chancellor's diversity commissions seek new members

The Chancellor’s Diversity Commissions - for the Status of Women; the Status of People of Color; and the Status of Gender and Sexual Identities - are currently seeking new members whose terms will begin in the fall of 2020. Membership includes faculty, staff and students and represents the entire campus community.

Friday, March 6, 2020 March is full of activities to celebrate Women's History Month

National Women’s History Month is an annual celebration for the length of March to recognize and appreciate contributions from women throughout history. The month’s purpose is to acknowledge the impact that women have made over time, and to expand the idea of what women can do.

Participants color at the International Women's Day celebration in the Red Cloud Room at Willa Cather Dining Center on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Thursday, March 5, 2020 UNL celebrates Women’s History Month with multiple events

With a theme of female leadership, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hosting events to celebrate women’s history all month long.

Wednesday, February 12, 2020 ‘Condoms, Cookies and Consent’ to be a comfortable place to discuss sensitive topics

The event aims to promote conversation about consent, sexuality and sexually transmitted infections, and it includes booths from different campus organizations.

Monday, February 10, 2020 Whats happening in Lincoln, Feb.10-16

Galentine’s Day and Let's GLO Crazy are two events this week.