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Tuesday, January 17, 2023 Micro-farm brings sustainable produce to Selleck Food Court

The Dining Services leadership team has long prioritized sustainability in dining options and services. That’s why the Babylon micro-farm in the Selleck Food Court presents such a unique opportunity.

The university will host a Jan. 19 hiring fair to help fill more than 50 custodial and dining positions.

Friday, January 13, 2023 Nebraska U hosts hiring fair for custodial, dining positions

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln will host a hiring fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 19, to help fill more than 50 custodial and dining positions.

Dumbbells sit along a wall during a fitness class

Friday, January 6, 2023 Bits and Bites: Serve yourself – fitness

Serve Yourself is a program through Dining Services to teach you how to use food to your advantage. Nutrition is a tool to help you achieve a variety of goals.

Students enjoy a meal and conversation in the Cather Dining Center

Wednesday, January 4, 2023 Meal plans offer all students flexibility in on-campus dining

Meal plans offered by Dining Services offer all students flexibility in on-campus dining. Regardless of your dining preferences or class schedule, there is something for everyone in dining at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. The Silver 150/1000 and Bronze 100/550 meal plans are great options for off-campus students.

Paul Brown (right) and Tina Pham (left) drop off donations Dec. 16 at the Foster Care Closet.

Monday, December 19, 2022 Dining Services holiday drive supports children in foster care

Tina Pham spent the morning of Dec. 16 hauling boxes and carts full of donations from each campus dining center to the Cather Dining Center, where four additional volunteers were helping to organize and load the items into three vehicles.

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

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

Pumpkins, maize and orange tomatoes on a table top.

Monday, November 21, 2022 Bits and Bites: 10 tips for holiday wellness

The holiday season brings delicious food, time with family, and love-to-hate movies. Here are ten tips and activities you can incorporate into your traditions to keep wellness and healthful eating in your festivities.

Tomato soup with basil and rye bread on a table.

Friday, November 11, 2022 Bits and Bites: Dining Services brings the cozy

Brr! It’s cold, and the temperature keeps dropping. That means it’s time to pull out the oversized coat, sweaters, and get some cozy foods from University Dining Services.

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.

Care packages with an assortment of treats including snacks, Husker gear, and cold remedies.

Friday, October 28, 2022 Care package purchases help fund student experiences

Now you can send your Husker a care package and help fund a student organization. It’s a win-win! This new program offered by University Catering delivers items on campus while a portion of the proceeds fund hall programming sponsored by UNL’s chapter of the National Residence Hall Honorary.

Friday, October 21, 2022 Bautista de Preciado sweeps joy into her work, student connections

For the last decade, Bautista de Preciado has served on University Housing’s custodial team, cleaning spaces in Kauffman Residential Center. While the work is demanding, she is quick with a welcoming smile and kind word for the nearly 120 Raikes School students living in the hall.

Students in residence hall hold donut and apple as snacks from Resident Appreciation Week activities.

Monday, October 10, 2022 PHOTO RECAP: Resident Appreciation Week

From sweet treats to steak, stress relief and games, students living on campus enjoyed a few perks during Resident Appreciation Week. Taking place Oct. 3-7, 2022, University Housing hosted celebrations throughout the residence halls to connect with students and thank them for living on campus.

Lory Erving has worked in Dining Services at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for 35 years.

Tuesday, September 27, 2022 A ‘hidden gem’ in the dining center

For more than 35 years, Lory Erving has greeted students, served meals and helped make students feel at home. A native of Hazel, South Dakota, who moved to Lincoln in 1985 after graduating with her bachelor’s degree in music education from South Dakota State University, Erving says that students always bring light to her life.

While initially Erving chose to work at the university to increase her pay and benefits, along the way she fell in love with the campus and the students.

The 2022 homecoming royalty finalists are: (back row, from left) Ray Nierman, Harrison Lloyd, Jimmy Wheebe, Jacob Drake, Bennett Perlinger, Mitchell Manning, William Wilton, Sam Wilkins, Seth Caines and Michael Ilg; (front row, from left) Tessa Yackley, Maria Heyen, Bekka Hitz, Aleksandra Glowik, Emily Hatterman, Christine Trinh, Bhagya Pushkaran, Regan Vaccaro, Kate Johnson and Jessica Stump.

Wednesday, September 21, 2022 20 Huskers named 2022 homecoming royalty finalists

Twenty senior students have been selected as University of Nebraska–Lincoln homecoming royalty finalists.

The east side of Memorial Stadium is illuminated by the Ferris wheel during the 2021 Cornstock Festival.

Tuesday, September 20, 2022 University to celebrate homecoming with ‘Husker Throwback’

This year’s University of Nebraska–Lincoln homecoming week runs Sept. 26 to Oct. 1 and will carry the theme “Husker Throwback.”

Students enjoy food and conversation in the Abel Dining Center.

Monday, September 19, 2022 Halal options increase on-campus dining inclusivity

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln brings together students from around the globe. They come from numerous countries, nationalities and religions in pursuit of a world-class education with outstanding facilities and opportunities. As individuals share ideas and customs, dining can play a central role in finding a place on campus. Through the inclusion of halal options in the dining centers, the Husker community helps welcome all students and guests.

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.

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.

Students cheer on the Huskers at the watch party held on August 27, 2022.

Monday, September 5, 2022 8 things you need to know for game day

Football season is back! Whether you’re a new student wondering what you need to know or a repeat season ticket holder wondering if anything has changed, we’ve got you covered with 8 things you need to know for game day.