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Sign with cursive text that reads "Happy Friendsgiving" surrounded by pumpkins

Thursday, November 7, 2024 Friendsgiving: Foster positivity and gratitude at your celebrations

The autumn holiday season is here, and for many Husker students, it’s a time to reconnect and reflect on experiences with friends. This tradition, known as Friendsgiving, is a casual, informal gathering where friends come together on or around Thanksgiving, often over a shared meal.

Whether you’re planning a Friendsgiving on campus or heading home to celebrate with friends, you can enjoy the festivities while prioritizing everyone’s well-being and creating a positive, responsible social environment.

Monday, October 28, 2024 Enjoy the annual Husker Haunt and 10 more Halloween happenings

Halloween week has arrived! Check out these 10 ghoulishly fun happenings get into a festive mood as October draws to a close.

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 Children invited to early Halloween activities on campus

The kids and dependents of University of Nebraska–Lincoln students, staff, faculty, and instructors are encouraged to dress up in costume for two events happening on a single night.

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 Fall Break Travel Safety Tips

As fall break approaches, it's important for UNL students to stay mindful of travel safety best practices. Whether you're hitting the road with friends or heading out on an adventure, these tips will help ensure a safe and enjoyable break.

Harper Dining Center [Student Life Marketing and Communication]

Thursday, October 10, 2024 Housing and Dining offering complimentary meals for faculty, staff

University Housing and Dining is showing its appreciation to faculty and staff by offering free, complimentary lunchtime meals at two dining centers Oct 22.

Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing

Monday, October 7, 2024 Holidays for Little Huskers seeks donor groups

The annual Holidays for Little Huskers event is seeking group and individual sponsors to help brighten the holidays and provide a little something extra for the children of University of Nebraska–Lincoln students.

Nebraska's Hollie Swanson (left) and Logan Kahlor practice cornhole tosses while setting up the 2024 homecoming yard games competition on the Meier Commons. In her fifth year helping plan the annual celebration, Swanson is now leading the homecoming committee. [Troy Fedderson | University Communication and Marketing]

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 Swanson, homecoming team craft events for all Huskers

Since taking on leadership of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s annual fall celebration in February, Hollie Swanson and the homecoming committee have worked to create a slate of events that offers something for every Husker.

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 HealthierU challenge focuses on hydration

During this four-week hydration challenge, participants will be tasked with drinking a minimum of 32 ounces of water each day and recording their daily progress on the wellness portal.

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 SLICE offering Courageous Dialogue workshops

Huskers are invited to participate in a Courageous Dialogue workshop that is designed to foster meaningful and transformative conversations.

Carl, a therapy dog, enjoys pets from passing students during Well-being fest on Sept. 24. [Jordan Opp | University Communication and Marketing]

Monday, September 16, 2024 Well-being Collective launched to enhance student supports

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has established a Well-being Collective, an initiative designed to align student support services and assure that student needs are being met.