Diversity and Inclusion

A 2022 Nebraska College Preparatory Academy graduate from Grand Island celebrates becoming a Husker during the April 27 event.

Wednesday, May 4, 2022 Nebraska College Prep students, teachers honored

Monday, May 2, 2022 Celebrate safely this spring

We’re rapidly approaching the end of spring semester and the month of May, which means warmer temperatures, finals, daytime parties, Cinco de Mayo and graduation! While none of these things require alcohol to enjoy, here are a few tips about how to keep yourself safe if you choose to drink.

Staff member views the menu board in the Cather Dining Center.

Monday, May 2, 2022 Students’ dining experience now more customizable

University of Nebraska–Lincoln students now have greater access to nutritional information, along the addition of menu boards above the serving areas in the dining centers.

Emerging Leaders in Diversity rake up debris during the Big Event on April 23. More than 900 students participated in the day of service.

Friday, April 29, 2022 900+ students make community impact through Big Event

More than 900 University of Nebraska–Lincoln students volunteered for the Big Event on April 23, completing service projects across the community.

Scott Aldrich, head man dancer (left) leads the colors into the circle at the start of the UNITE powwow on April 23.

Monday, April 25, 2022 UNITE brings indigenous grad celebration back to campus

For the first time in three years, students from UNITE — the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Intertribal Exchange — hosted their annual powwow to honor recent and upcoming Native American and indigenous graduates (from kindergarten through college).

Monday, April 25, 2022 Fridays in Spring: Fantastic free(ish) events for students to enjoy

Updated: May 5, 2022

'Fridays in Spring' highlights free(ish) student-focused events happening on campus on Friday afternoons and evenings in the fall semester. All students are welcome.

This listing will be updated continually as events are announced.

Want your event to be considered for the Fridays in Spring list? Add it to the UNL Events Calendar. RSOs can list their events on NVolveU.

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Members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., wear Spiderman suits for their performance at the Stroll Off.

Friday, April 22, 2022 Photo Journal: Stroll Off Returns

After a two-year hiatus, the annual step and stroll competition returned to the Coliseum on April 2. The event was sponsored by the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Multicultural Greek Council, Fraternity & Sorority Life and OASIS. Relive the powerful performances through a pictorial recap.

Sheldon Museum of Art's Great Hall will be transformed into a Great Study Hall from 2 to 7 p.m. April 27, 2022. [courtesy photo]

Friday, April 22, 2022 Micro-internships, Ukraine fundraiser, and a scavenger hunt are things to check out

We comb through the campus calendars to draw your attention to interesting events happening each week. Here are eight activities from April 27 to May 2 that may grab your interest.

Husker Venture Fund won the Outanding New Student Organization Award at the Student Impact Awards on April 14, 2022. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Friday, April 15, 2022 Winners announced for annual Student Impact Awards

The recipients for 2021-22 were announced by Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement at an evening reception in the Nebraska East Union on April 14.

The Gelato Bar in the Abel Dining Complex scoops up a variety of elegant and tasty flavors. [Christopher Dulak | Student Affairs]

Thursday, April 14, 2022 Challenge yourself to finish these Bucket List activities before the semester ends

Try to complete all of these 16 campus activities to get the full Husker experience. There are plenty of foodie stops, fine arts events, social opportunities and gorgeous sites to see. Get started now to finish the list before the semester ends.

Monday, April 11, 2022 Six earn Women of Courage, Character and Commitment awards

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln Women’s Center has selected six student winners for its 2022 Women of Courage, Character and Commitment Award.

Stroll Off will be April 2, 2022 in the Coliseum at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Monday, March 28, 2022 5 great events happening this week

We comb through the campus calendars to draw your attention to interesting events happening each week. Here are seven activities that may grab your interest this week.

Award recipients pose for a photo at the Women's History Month reception

Friday, March 25, 2022 UNL women’s center celebrates International Women’s Day

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Women’s Center hosted an International Women’s Day celebration Thursday afternoon.

Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Food drive to collect 2,022 items for Husker Pantry

University of Nebraska–Lincoln students are average more than 1,000 monthly visits to the Husker Pantry locations on City and East campuses, translating into almost 6,000 items being distributed every month to help Huskers with food insecurity.

Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Fine and Performing Arts invests in student pantry, success center

Building upon its efforts to meet student needs, the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts is opening a pantry and Student Success Center on March 24.

Monday, March 21, 2022 7 interesting events to attend March 22–25

We comb through the campus calendars to draw your attention to interesting events happening each week. Here are seven activities that may grab your interest this week.

Graphic of black women's feet on scale. Art by Libby Allan | Daily Nebraskan

Tuesday, March 8, 2022 Upcoming Nebraska Eating Disorder Network event to spread body positivity

“I think body positivity means celebrating your body for what it is now, not what it could be,” Karissa Boesiger, a senior speech pathology student and body positivity initiative intern at Big Red Resilience & Well-Being, said.

Saturday, March 5, 2022 This Week: 5 events to see on Wednesday & Thursday

We combed through the campus calendars to draw your attention to interesting events happening each week. Here are 5 upcoming events taking place in the days preceding Spring Break.

Students in the university's Divine Nine Greek organizations pose on the Gaughan Center steps wearing their letters.

Wednesday, March 2, 2022 Divine Nine members reflect, impact campus life

Within the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s campus, some of society’s most influential fraternities and sororities thrive. Known as “The Divine Nine,” these organizations are dedicated to uplifting and encouraging Black men and women.

Tuesday, March 1, 2022 In the news: Burks encourages students of color to join STEM fields

“Chronicle: Celebrating Black History Month,” a production by KETV in Omaha, featured the work Nebraska’s Marianna Burks is doing to get more students of color interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields.