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Monday, December 6, 2021 Study Spots: 9 campus locales to hit the books for final exam prep

Each person has different needs when choosing the ideal study space. Furniture, power outlets, windows, temperature, energy level, - even the color of the walls - can be deciding factors. Here’s nine spots to enjoy for studying for your final exams.

[Photo by Scott Bruhn | Husker Athletics]

Monday, December 6, 2021 Husker sports remain in action during Winter Break

Here are 16 home events where you can see seven of the teams live in Lincoln from Dec 18, 2021 to Jan 17, 2022.

Friday, December 3, 2021 Plan Ahead: Commit to the MLK Week of Service in January

Join fellow Huskers Jan. 18–21 for a volunteer service project to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy of commitment to serving others. Student volunteers are needed to sort food donations and pack 2,000 rice and bean meals for distribution to feed the hungry across Nebraska.

The four-night Destress Fest will happen Dec. 6-9, 2021 and is free for all Husker students.

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 Bob Ross, Open Mic Night are part of four-night Destress Fest

Give yourself permission to take a break from intensive studying during the most hectic week of the semester December 6–9. Every evening relax with a break for fun, fellowship and self-care at the Destress Fest.

A student desk attendant helps a Husker at the Welcome Desk inside University Suites. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, November 24, 2021 On-Campus Job Fair for students is Dec. 1

From 2 to 5 p.m. Dec. 1, students can visit with reps from the Nebraska Unions, Starbucks, the Children’s Center, Campus Recreation, Dining Services, and more to learn about on-campus jobs that earn up to $13 per hour.

Spending time with friends and family is an excellent idea to show gratitude to them. [Photo by cottonbro from Pexels.]

Monday, November 22, 2021 Six ways to show gratitude without breaking the bank

From 12 to 1 p.m. Tuesday, November 23, visit the Nebraska Union’s Memorial Plaza to leave your mark on the “Gratitude Grafitti” big board with a note of thanks to others or to share what you are grateful for and receive a FREE gratitude journal, courtesy of Big Red Resilience and Well-being.

Monday, November 22, 2021 Travel safe by planning ahead

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 the ongoing pandemic and you’ll be glad you took a few minutes to strategize.

Graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate are the key ingredients needed to make s'mores on an open fire. [Photo by Calvin Hanson from Pexels]

Monday, November 15, 2021 LINCOLN LIVING: 9 things for college students to do outside before it's cold

Daylight Saving Time has passed and each day will be shorter and shorter until the solstice in mid-December. Before the the winter winds arrive and falling temperatures keep you bundled up indoors, you should go out and enjoy the following outdoor activities.

[Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Monday, November 8, 2021 Only 5 weeks until final exams. Here are 6 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.

[Art by Andrea Atkinson | Daily Nebraskan]

Tuesday, September 28, 2021 NU’s new gender and chosen name policy promotes inclusion

[Daily Nebraskan] Students can identify a chosen name by accessing their student information system with no documentation needed. From there, the student’s chosen name will be used “wherever possible in the course of University education, business and communication,” according to the policy statement.

Students dance during the university's first Rainbow Ball, which was held in 2019. [Troy Fedderson | University Communication ]

Monday, September 27, 2021 Rainbow Ball set for Oct. 8

The LGBTQA+ inclusive homecoming dance is 8 to 11 p.m. Oct. 8 in the Kauffman Academic Residential Center. The event will feature music, dancing, light refreshments and a photo booth.

The annual Homecoming celebration at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is Sept. 26 to Oct. 2, 2021.

Sunday, September 26, 2021 8 events for EVERYONE during Homecoming Week

Homecoming at NEBRASKA is much more than an autumn football game and student royalty. There are activities each day for entertainment, giving back, and showing your Husker spirit. Here are great activities that every student should seek out.

A male student reclines and reads a book in the Sheldon Museum of Art's Sculpture Garden under the golden colors of the autumn tree foliage.

Sunday, September 26, 2021 STUDY SPOTS: Discover these shady outdoor locales under the trees

While you may be used to studying in the library or your room, the change of the season and the cooling temps make the the outdoors a wonderful place to study. This list of spots around campus will help you find your perfect location to open your laptop and books under the colorful foliage.

Bronze statue of Archie the Mammoth outside Morrill Hall on the campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Saturday, September 25, 2021 Adjusted hours for campus locations and services during Fall Break

A list of open campus spots and the adjusted hours October 15–19, 2021.

Friday, September 17, 2021 Food drive to collect 3,000 items for Husker Pantry

More than 30% of Husker students will face food insecurity and hunger at some point in the coming year. Between Sept. 22–Oct 1 the Husker Pantry wants to collect 3,000 items for the direct benefit of UNL students. Here's how you can help.

Branched Oak Bike Ride with UNL Outdoor Adventures.

Friday, September 3, 2021 8 great events are happening Sept. 7–12

The first full week of September is also the third week of the semester. Here's a list of recommended campus events for Huskers to check out.

Morgan Berg (right), a senior in psychology from West Fargo, North Dakota, and Tim Anderson, a third-year law student from Huntington Beach, California, stock the shelves in the new East Campus Food Pantry. The pantry is in Filley Hall in the old Dairy Store walk-in freezer. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Wednesday, September 1, 2021 Husker Pantry opens East Campus location

In an effort to reach more students, a second location for Husker Pantry was opened Aug. 30 on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s East Campus.

Album cover of the Women's Center podcast entitled “That’s What You Missed at the Women’s Center” [artwork by Stephanie Alderson]

Monday, August 30, 2021 Women’s Center offers bi-weekly podcast

The most recent episode, “A Talk with CARE,” features a conversation with Laine Stutz, an advocate with the university’s Center for Advocacy, Response and Education. The episode covers resources available to student survivors.

Coffee Talks meet Mondays and Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. in the Nebraska Union.

Sunday, August 29, 2021 Big Red Welcome continues: 8 events to attend August 30-Sept. 3

Big Red Welcome events continue into the first six weeks of the semester. Here's 8 things for Huskers to do during the second week of fall semester.

Saturday, August 21, 2021 Big Red Welcome continues: 9 events you should go to Aug 23-29

Big Red Welcome events continue into the first six weeks of the semester. Here's 9 that Huskers should check out during the first week of classes.