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Friday, September 20, 2019 Annual Multicultural Greek Stroll Off finds new home at Lied Center

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s annual Multicultural Greek Stroll Off will make its Lied Center for Performing Arts debut on Saturday, Sept. 21.

Monday, August 12, 2019 Husker Dialogues seeks conversation guides

Students, faculty and staff at Nebraska can register to lead small group conversations during this fall's Husker Dialogues event.

First-year students at Husker Dialogues events learn hands-on ways to increase diversity and inclusion on campus.

Friday, May 10, 2019 Husker Dialogues seeks conversation guides

Students, faculty and staff at Nebraska can register to lead small group conversations during this fall's Husker Dialogues event.

Floodwaters cover rural roads near Scribner, Nebraska, March 13.

Friday, March 15, 2019 Resources available to students affected by flooding

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is making accommodations to assist students impacted by recent flooding across the Midwest.

Monday, January 28, 2019 Fagan to kick off Our Nebraska events

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln will host a weeklong series of events exploring diversity and inclusion issues. The Our Nebraska program, previously known as the Empowerment Forum, is Jan. 28-31.

Wednesday, September 26, 2018 81 Student Affairs employees honored for service

Student Affairs is honored to have 81 individuals receiving Service Awards in 2018. The annual awards are presented to university employees who complete years of service in five-year intervals. Awards are calculated both on consolidated or continuous regular employment.

Members of Delta Xi Nu at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Monday, September 24, 2018 Multicultural sorority invites women to embrace different cultures

On April 7, 2018, Delta Xi Nu became officially recognized at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln after a year of interest group status.

An audience of more than 600 watched as six student groups competed Sept. 7 in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s annual Multicultural Greek Stroll-Off competition.

Monday, September 10, 2018 Stroll off highlights multicultural side of Greek life

The Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center will be open until midnight April 29 through May 3.

Wednesday, April 18, 2018 End the semester on a healthy and positive note

To help students better manage demands of end-of-the-semester assignments, projects and tests, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is expanding study space hours and offering a series of stress-reducing events.

Members of EMERALD collect feminine hygiene items to donate to Native American reservations.

Wednesday, March 14, 2018 Nebraska Greek community welcomes a new Latina sorority interest group

Members of EMERALD collected feminine hygiene products to donate to the UNITE fundraiser. UNITE will donate the goods to Native American reservations where sanitary feminine products are often unaffordable and unattainable, affecting their school attendance.

6 Weeks of Welcome Infographic - Big Red Welcome at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Monday, October 16, 2017 Six Weeks of Welcome and countless activities

As students enjoy Fall Break, it's worth noting the number of activities and accomplishments from the beginning of the semester.

Tuesday, October 10, 2017 Students discuss Latinx culture at Dish It Up

On Tuesday, Oct. 3, Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services (OASIS) co-sponsored a late night Dish It Up session facilitated by the Mexican-American Student Association (MASA).

Students color pages from the Women's Center.

Tuesday, September 12, 2017 New student leadership retreat to focus on inclusive leadership

The retreat entitled Leadership Out LOUD: Building Confident Leaders and Vocal Advocates will take place October 20-21, 2017. Applications are due Oct. 6.

Delta Sigma Theta and Sigma Lambda Beta at University of Nebraska-Lincoln win the Stroll Off competition.

Monday, September 11, 2017 Delta Sigma Theta and Sigma Lambda Beta earn Stroll Off top honors

Hosted by the Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services (OASIS) in conjunction with the National Pan-Hellenic Council and Multicultural Greek Councils at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, this year’s event included three fraternities and three sororities competing for recognition plaques and a cash prize.

Polynesian torch dancer at University of Nebraska-Lincoln OASIS Kickoff event on Aug. 27, 2017.

Wednesday, August 30, 2017 OASIS invites campus to explore diverse cultures

Hawaiian flora, a flaming torch and Polynesian dancers may seem unlikely in Nebraska, but that’s exactly what attendees experienced at the OASIS Kickoff event

Native American dancer performs on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln green space at the UNITE powwow.

Monday, April 24, 2017 UNITE powwow honors graduates and celebrates traditions

On Saturday, April 22 the University of Nebraska Inter-Tribal Exchange (UNITE) hosted a powwow on the Nebraska Union green space to honor graduates. Hundreds of community members and Nebraska affiliates gathered to watch traditional dances and socialize.

“Not only are powwows a social gathering but [they’re] also a celebration,” said Angelica Solomon, treasure of UNITE. “We invite graduates of all levels to come out and celebrate their accomplishment.”

DJs battle it out while the crowd moves to the music.

Thursday, April 13, 2017 Battle of the DJs brings nightlife atmosphere to campus

On Tuesday, April 11, the Office of Academic Support and Intercultural Services (OASIS) hosted Battle of the DJs in the Centennial Room in the Nebraska Union as part of the JGMC/OASIS Week festivities.

Students danced, played games, enjoyed food and socialized while DJ Mengistu and the UNL DJ Club played and mixed tracks. The evening also included a performance from the UNL Hip Hop Dance Club.

Student looks at photo in Mandala Lounge

Tuesday, April 11, 2017 Mandala Lounge unveiling kicks off JGMC & OASIS Week

On Monday, April 10, staff at the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center unveiled new canvas prints in the Mandala Lounge during the JGMC & OASIS Open House event.

A snapshot of the original culture center of 1950 flanks the left side of the gallery while photos from events like Lunar New Year, Dish It Up, the step show and InvAsian tell the story of the building and its associated programs. An image from the construction of the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center in 2009 completes the symmetrical pattern.

Mitchell Strong, Jr. speaks at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Friday, April 7, 2017 Courage to Persist workshop provides keys to success

On Thursday, April 6, Student Support Services (SSS) and the Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services (OASIS) hosted The Courage to Persist, a workshop focused on how to overcome adversity to be successful.

Monday, March 13, 2017 InvAsian showcases talents, celebrates diversity

Nebraska students and others from surrounding campuses joined the members of Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority, Inc. for InvAsian Under the Sea on Saturday, March 11. The sold-out talent show featured dance groups, singers, instrumentalists and strollers.

Sigma Psi Zeta required each of the 13 performers to submit a video audition to compete. Performers came not only from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln but from the University of Iowa, the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) and the community as well.