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Tuesday, December 13, 2022 Places to admire the best holiday light displays around Lincoln

Outdoor holiday light displays are a mainstay of the winter season. The twinkling lights and lawn decorations can entertain from the comfort of a vehicle or in the brisk outside air. Read through our compiled list of the best sites around Lincoln for a variety of displays and themes.

A few students smile for a photo at Life In Lincoln: Global Groove

Tuesday, December 13, 2022 PHOTOS: Falling for Nebraska U in '22

Domonique Cudjo, assistant director, Women’s Center, sorts Holiday for Little Huskers gifts in the center’s conference room.

Monday, December 12, 2022 Cudjo, volunteers support student parents via Holidays for Little Huskers

Meet Domonique Cudjo, the assistant director of the university’s Women’s Center. She provides a range of supports, services and programs to help Huskers be successful. Well before this holiday season, she began coordinating gifts for students with children through the annual Holidays with Little Huskers program.

Take regular breaks from studying to keep yourself energized and focused.

Monday, December 5, 2022 Take a 'brain break' to boost your focus on studying

Spending long hours studying for finals can easily tire you out. It's important to take care of yourself by stepping away from the laptops, books, and projects for a while.

Friday, November 18, 2022 Travel safe by planning ahead with these tips

As you rush to visit family and friends, be sure to plan ahead and keep safety in mind. It’s normal to be tired after completing your last paper, exam or course which can make it easy to succumb to travel fatigue. Add in issues with winter weather and a plethora of other holiday travelers and you’ll be glad you took a few minutes to strategize.

Pickleball paddles and ball. [Photo by Ben Hershey on Unsplash]

Monday, November 14, 2022 Pickleball craze coming to campus Nov. 18

Sports & Fitness Industry Association calls it the fastest growing sport in the U.S., growing nearly 40% between 2020 and 2022, to reach 4.8 million players. On November 18, UNL students can join the fun by playing in a free tournament on campus.

Students at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln bundle up in coats and winter gear as deep cold weather arrives on campus. November 11, 2022. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, November 9, 2022 Winter Coat & Sweater Drive aims to collect 250 items for Husker students

University of Nebraska-Lincoln students, staff, faculty, and organizations can donate new or lightly-used sweaters and coats for Husker students in need of warm clothing for the winter season.

Several bicycles are secured with cables and locks in a outside bike rack at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln [Christopher Dulak | Student Affairs]

Monday, November 7, 2022 Bike Care: 5 tips to prep your bicycle before winter storage

Many cyclists and bike-commuters enjoy riding all year, regardless of the season. 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.

A student chats with her roommate while studying in in their room in the residence hall. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Monday, November 7, 2022 Only 5 weeks until final exams. Here are 8 tasks to accomplish.

The beginning of November signals the start of a busy five-week dash to the conclusion of fall semester. Take time to plot a strategy to successfully navigate your course work, projects, club and organization obligations, personal health and the changing seasons. Here are some helpful tasks and resources to assist you.

Saturday, October 1, 2022 Tips to save you money in college

College doesn’t have to break the bank. There are many ways to save money while you're a student. Try these tips to set yourself up for financial success throughout your college career.

Sunday, September 25, 2022 Global, cultural, and alumni themes accent the campus activities happening Sept. 26-Oct. 2

In addition to the week-long festivities and revelry accompanying the annual Homecoming Week, we found eight more events and activities to engage you

Husker Pantry graduate assistant Emilee Smith holds a basket of personal care and food items that are commonly-requested by University of Nebraska–Lincoln students. [Christopher Dulak | Student Affairs]

Monday, September 19, 2022 Food, personal hygiene items sought for Pantry's food drive

During the next year, 1-in-3 students at UNL will face food insecurity and hunger. Between Sept. 21–30 the Husker Pantry wants to collect 3,500 items for the direct benefit of UNL students. Here's how you can help.

Global Expereinces Fair is September 20, 2022. [courtesy photo]

Monday, September 19, 2022 Global Experiences Fair and Fiesta on the Green are highlights of campus activities, Sept. 20–23

In addition to the series of Fall Career Fairs happening this week, we found nine more events and activities to engage you.

Monday, September 12, 2022 Morning, Noon, and Night: Meet up with other Huskers for fun

Low-key and casual social activities can introduce you to new hobbies and cultures. More importantly, these activities infuse FUN and respite into your busy college life.

Connecting with friends from home can help keep you motivated, but be sure to push yourself to make new friendships as well.

Monday, September 12, 2022 Taking action: How to work through feelings of homesickness

Beginning your college career and adjusting to life at UNL can be exciting, and yet, can often lead to feelings of homesickness. It is normal to experience these feelings in your first year and even later into college as you adjust to being back on campus. Read these tips to help you cope and adjust.

Tenley Simmons, a sophomore from Minneapolis, Minnesota, right, and Kate Aleknavicius, a sophomore from Milkwaukee, Wisconsin, compete in Corn Hole at the Student Tailgate and Unity Walk in the Union green space before the game. NU vs. North Dakota.

Monday, September 12, 2022 R-E-S-P-E-C-T – Find out what it means to NE

Back in the Big XII conference days, Oklahoma was one of Nebraska’s biggest rivals in football. As the rivalry returns for a bit of competitive fun, remember that you can play a part in continuing our tradition of being the “greatest fans in college football.” Here’s how...

Enjoy the comforts of 4-legged furry companions at the Big Red Pawp-Up events on Sept 15 & 16, 2022.

Friday, September 9, 2022 Prioritize your self-care with 7 upcoming activities

We're now three weeks into the semester and you're possibly still settling in and finding your footing. Soon the first set of exams and projects will be here. To prepare for this upcoming period, give attention to your own self-care and personal well-being.

A student hesitates to pet the Komodo Dragon that is a part pf the petting zoo put on my UPC Nebraska and Wildlife Encounters outside the Nebraska Union on Sept. 6, 2022 in Lincoln, NE. [Evan Dondinger | Daily Nebraskan]

Thursday, September 8, 2022 University Program Council provides students with a wild surprise

Around 300 students stopped by the front of the Nebraska Union on Tuesday afternoon to meet Allie the alligator, Shelley the tortoise, Meatball the armadillo and Twitch the kangaroo.

Tuesday, September 6, 2022 9 events this week for Huskers to get involved

Here are nine activities that may grab your interest this week.

Sarah Roscoe blows bubbles at the UNL Christian Graduate Student table during the Club Fair. August 24, 2022. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Friday, September 2, 2022 Did you miss the Club Fairs recently? Connect now with those RSOs and groups

Organized at the start of each semester, Club Fairs are a chance for Huskers to meet and mingle with many recognized student organizations and clubs (RSOs) all at once. This fall's edition were August 24 & 25, showcasing almost 25% of the more than 550 RSOs. Here are the clubs and links to connect with them.