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Students participate in campus events with friends.

Sunday, August 15, 2021 5 ways to make friends on campus this fall

Building your social circle is one of the most essential steps to finding your home on campus and improving your overall well-being. Follow these five steps to meet people with similar interests, create a close-knit support system and grow your network for a memorable college experience.

Miller Hall, prior to being razed in summer 2021. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, August 13, 2021 What's new and what's moved since you were last on campus

For true first-year students, you may not even notice. For upper-level students, you might have been away from campus much longer than this past summer. As you step onto campus again, here's a few things that might catch your attention.

Shuttle busses will transport students from East Campus to the Big Red Welcome events on City Campus.

Thursday, August 12, 2021 Free shuttles to bring students from East Campus during Big Red Welcome

On August 18, 20, 21 and 22, students can ride free shuttle busses from East Campus to attend Big Red Welcome evening events on City Campus. Busses will meet Huskers at Entomology Hall on the East Campus Mall and drop off at 14th & Vine St. Shuttles will return students throughout the evenings.

Canvas is one of the seven apps every Husker students needs on their smartphone for the Fall 2021 semester.

Friday, August 6, 2021 7 apps you need for fall semester

These are the apps every Husker needs right now to navigate campus life and have a successful start to the semester.

UNL students enjoying an activity in the stands of Memorial Stadium. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Wednesday, August 4, 2021 Put these 10 can't-miss Big Red Welcome events on your calendar

Big Red Welcome stretches across the first six weeks of school, with dozens of varied events for all sorts of engaging experiences. Check out these crowd-pleasing activities that all occur before the first day of fall semester classes.

Strawberry salad prepared as part of a dining competition

Friday, July 30, 2021 Top chef competition showcases dining staff culinary skills

While most of the campus was closed due to COVID-19, Pat McManus saw an opportunity to teach his staff at Harper Dining Center the fundamentals of culinary arts.

Vaccination sticker in front of Love Library

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 Seven more Huskers collect vaccine registry prizes

Seven Huskers have been named winners in the third week of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine Registry giveaway.

Hand holding COVID-19 vaccination sticker

Wednesday, July 21, 2021 Seven more Huskers collect vaccine registry prizes

Seven Huskers have been named winners in the second week of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine Registry giveaway.

Husker students show their COVID-19 vaccination cards

Tuesday, July 13, 2021 Five Huskers are first vaccine registry prize winners

For protecting themselves and the greater community, five Huskers are the first to earn prizes through the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine Registry giveaway.

Emma Schmidt leads a mindfulness workshop for 4-H Clover Kids.

Friday, July 9, 2021 HALO program helps Schmidt teach students, learn more about Nebraska

With an eye on starting her future and a desire to learn more about Nebraska, Husker Emma Schmidt is spending her summer assisting K-12 youth in Scottsbluff. A resident assistant in her residence hall recommended she apply for the HALO program, which is giving her opportunities to learn skills outside of her major.

Students participate in camps and conferences at UNL

Friday, July 2, 2021 In-person camps, conferences return to campus

After reduced activity due to COVID-19 a year ago, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is rolling out the welcome mat for in-person camps and conferences this summer.

Student holds up vaccination card for COVID-19

Friday, July 2, 2021 Voluntary vaccine registry launches; first giveaway is July 5

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine Registry is live for students, faculty and staff. Announced June 23 by Chancellor Ronnie Green, the registry allows vaccinated Huskers to record their status, earning an exemption from university plans for regular saliva-based COVID-19 testing in the fall.

Monday, June 28, 2021 Biodigesters fight food waste

The goal: Diverting food waste from the dining halls away from landfills and reducing the University of Nebraska’s carbon footprint. One solution: Biodigesters. These pieces of equipment use special enzymes to digest food waste that previously went into heavy garbage bags and got hauled away to a landfill.

LGBTQA+ award winners for 2020 and 2021 were recently celebrated during a virtual event. Those earning the honors are were Katherine Burger, Ryan Fette, Nicholas Harp, Jake Piccini, Jen Skidmore and Corrie Svehla.

Tuesday, May 11, 2021 University celebrates LGBTQA+ award winners

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln recently celebrated six Huskers whose work and dedication have elevated the LGBTQ community on campus and beyond.

Friday, April 16, 2021 On-campus vaccination clinic is April 20

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln, with support from the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department, will hold an on-campus vaccination clinic on April 20.

Large picture window in Love Library wiht a view of Mueller Tower. [photo by Kirsten Wandrey | Student Affairs]

Friday, April 16, 2021 Study Spots: Hit the books at these places with a beautiful view

Finals are coming up before you know it, and you're probably looking for a good study spot. Instead of staring at a wall all day, it's nice to have a view to gaze at while hitting the books. These study spots all come with beautiful scenery, perfect to create a calming mood this 15th week.

Friday, April 9, 2021 Chancellor's email: Sign up for UNL student COVID-19 vaccine registry

Today, a portal has been opened for a Vaccine Registry for all UNL students who wish to be vaccinated. This portal will be open to UNL students for four days and will close at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 11. Therefore, it is essential that you sign up quickly.

Jon Haag plays pool with friends during a game night following a Collegiate Recovery Community meeting at Husker Hall.

Friday, April 2, 2021 Haag gets a fresh start through recovery

Jon Haag knows what it’s like to start over, and now he’s helping others find a fresh start at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln through the Collegiate Recovery Community.

Coffee sleeves with messages promoting Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Friday, March 26, 2021 4 ways to get involved in Sexual Assault Awareness Month

This April marks the 20th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, which is designed to call attention to and prevent sexual assault, harassment and abuse. Learn how you can be part of creating a brighter future and ending sexual violence.

University of Nebraska–Lincoln [Univeristy Communication]

Friday, March 26, 2021 Nine University Housing employees named “Heroes” by global professional association

For helping ensure the safety and health of students during the COVID-19 pandemic, the team from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln were recognized by the Association of College and University Housing Officer — International