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Wednesday, August 24, 2022 Bogen focused on empowering trauma survivors

Through her research and role as a therapist in the Trauma Recovery Clinic on campus, Katie Bogen — a psychology graduate student from Providence, Rhode Island— is working toward her goal to empower trauma survivors.

Wednesday, August 24, 2022 Dance Marathon earns national honor

The student-led Dance Marathon program has earned a national award for its campus and community fundraising efforts.

Monday, August 22, 2022 Huskers charge into new academic year

Nebraska Today is out on campus this week capturing the scene as Huskers return to campus for the start of the fall semester. We're updating multiple times daily, so stop by to dive into the excitement as our university returns for another academic year. If you have a campus moment you would like to share, send us details at tfedderson2@unl.edu.

Testing locations are available on UNL City Campus and East Campus.

Friday, August 19, 2022 DOs and DON'Ts: What to know if you need a COVID test

On the day of your COVID test, these are the things you should do before, during, and after the test so you can give a good sample.

Friday, August 19, 2022 Novotny named executive director of housing

Lucas Novotny has been named the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s executive director of housing. He will join the campus full-time on Aug. 22.

The University Health Center is located at 550 N. 19th St.

Friday, August 12, 2022 Health center expands care for sexual assault survivors

The University Health Center now offers Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner services, which increases access to evidence collection for student survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence.

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 Francis retirement reception is July 13

A retirement reception for Charlie Francis, senior director of housing and dining, will take place from 4 to 5:30 p.m. July 13 at the Nebraska East Union, Great Plains Room. Remarks are scheduled for 4:30 p.m.

Friday, June 17, 2022 Highstreet retirement reception June 29

A retirement reception for Vicki Highstreet, special projects manager for diversity, equity and inclusion, will be held from 3:30 to 5 p.m. June 29 at the Nebraska Union Ballroom. Remarks are scheduled for 4 p.m.

CAPS staff receives the Vice Chancellor's Award for Campus Impact

Friday, May 20, 2022 Student Affairs staff honored at Inspiring Excellence Awards

During an afternoon reception, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Laurie Bellows recognized more than 20 staff members for their outstanding contributions over the past year. Hosted at Willa Cather Dining Center on May 20, the annual Inspiring Excellence Awards celebrated individuals and teams for their efforts to cultivate student success through engagement, well-being and a commitment to diversity.

The following individuals and cross-functional teams were recognized:

Students meet with a counselor-in-residence at a UNL residence hall.

Friday, May 20, 2022 UNL focuses on student mental health for Give to Lincoln Day May 26

The need for mental health support has never been greater on college campuses. This year’s Give to Lincoln Day on May 26 provides an opportunity to help campus programs that support University of Nebraska‒Lincoln students.

Meal Kit Mondays will be offered on June 13 and June 27. Cost is $15 per meal, which each serving four.

Tuesday, May 17, 2022 Rec and Wellness Center offers Meal Kit Mondays in June

The Rec and Wellness Center is offering ready-to-go “Meal Kit Mondays” through its Wellness Kitchen on East Campus. The service offers everything needed to prepare dinner in less than an hour.

Students play board games with ISSO and Campus NightLife at Mana Cafe

Monday, May 9, 2022 Photo Journal: Spring-ing to life at Nebraska

Catch a pictoral recap of the spring semester at Nebraska.

Nebraska’s Kristlin Bright, a TRIO graduate assistant from South Sioux City, will earn a master’s degree in counseling psychology during spring 2022 commencement. She plans to start a private practice in psychotherapy.

Friday, May 6, 2022 Husker’s academic journey guided by mentorship

Mentorship, both given and received, has been a hallmark of Kristlin Mogensen Bright’s academic experience.

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

The REACH suicide prevention lapel pin and certificate of completion given to participants who attend the in-person 90-minute training.

Friday, April 29, 2022 REACH training sees increase in student, faculty, staff interest

More than 5,000 University of Nebraska–Lincoln students, faculty and staff have completed REACH training since Big Red Resilience and Well-Being launched the program in 2018. In the current academic year, interest in the suicide prevention training program has increased significantly — especially among students.

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).

Wednesday, April 20, 2022 CARE preps for new space, offering expanded services

In summer 2022, the university’s Center for Advocacy, Response and Education — a hub that supports Huskers who have experienced sexual assault, domestic/dating violence, stalking, harassment and other crimes — will open in a larger, newly-renovated space within Neihardt Center.

Monday, April 18, 2022 Suicide prevention walk is April 24

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s 7th annual Out of the Darkness Campus Walk for Suicide Prevention is April 24 at the Nebraska Union Plaza.

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.

Friday, April 15, 2022 ‘Sexual Citizen’ authors to speak at Kimball Hall

University of Nebraska–Lincoln students, faculty and staff are invited to a discussion, “Sex, Power, and Assault on Campus: A Conversation for Cultural Change,” at 7 p.m. April 21 in Kimball Hall.