Women's Center

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. It helps to alleviate bias and institutional marginalization of not just women, but all minorities.

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.

Friday, January 31, 2020 Chancellor's Commission recruiting student members

The Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of Women is currently recruiting undergraduate and graduate students to serve on the commission.

Friday, January 17, 2020 Award nominations sought for outstanding contributions to women

The Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of Women is accepting award nominations for outstanding faculty, staff and students who have worked to create a climate that encourages women to succeed at Nebraska.

Bulletin board outside the Women's Center

Thursday, December 12, 2019 Women’s Center to provide holiday gifts for kids of UNL students

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Women’s Center Students with Children program set out to lighten the load on studying parents with a gift drive called Holidays for Little Huskers.

Dance Marathon benefits the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Photo: Intrepid Visuals LLC

Wednesday, November 27, 2019 Six ways to give in December

Giving back and volunteering actually benefits you – it makes you happier while encouraging social connections, and studies indicate it might improve your health. Check out these six upcoming opportunities for giving back on campus and in Lincoln.

Friday, November 22, 2019 UNL organizations promote sustainable living habits with condoms

Organizations at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln worked together to show how biodiversity can be preserved by an unlikely ally: condoms.

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.

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.

Officers from Nebraska's University Police Department interact with students at a back-to-school event last August.

Thursday, September 12, 2019 Campus, community resources promote a safer university experience

Across campus and the Lincoln community, students, faculty and staff at Nebraska have access to a variety of resources to stay safe and supported in their day-to-day lives.

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.

Monday, April 1, 2019 Sexual assault awareness walk is April 4

PREVENT, a student organization at Nebraska dedicated to ending relationship and sexual violence through peer education, will host its fourth annual End Rape On Campus walk from 2 to 4 p.m. April 4.

Friday, March 22, 2019 Despite obstacles, Native American advocate persevered

Colette Yellow Robe knows firsthand how life can get in the way of a student’s dreams. While growing up on the Winnebago Reservation in northeast Nebraska, the high school honors student nursed an ambition for an advanced degree – even though she didn't always have the courage to say it.

Floodwaters cover rural roads near Scribner, Nebraska, March 13.

Friday, March 15, 2019 Resources available to students affected by flooding

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is making accommodations to assist students impacted by recent flooding across the Midwest.