Students

Monday, February 5, 2024 Peer mentors find relationships, support most rewarding

You have until Feb. 22 to submit your application to be consider as a Learning Community Peer Mentor for the 2024-25 academic year.

University of Nebraska–Lincoln students have the opportunity to canoe the Rio Grande River during spring break in March 2024. [courtesy of UNL Outdoor Adventures]

Sunday, February 4, 2024 Four adventure trips offer unique Spring Break options for Huskers

Students can choose from canyon canoeing in Texas; backpacking in Escalante N.P. in Utah; rock climbing in the Ozark Mountains; and mountain biking in Arkansas. Space is limited - so immediate action is required to secure a spot.

Students participate in an ice breaker activity at the Nebraska Coliseum

Friday, February 2, 2024 VC Anderson challenges donors to give to Student Affairs for Glow Big Red

Glow Big Red is a 24-hour day of giving to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln to raise money for scholarships, colleges, programs, student organizations, inclusion, mental health, and much more. The giving day starts at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 14, and continues through noon on Thursday, Feb. 15.

[artwork by Rose Padios | Daily Nebraskan]

Friday, February 2, 2024 Navigating nightlife, UNL experts’ tips on how to stay safe at parties

[Daily Nebraskan] With the weekend coming up, there will be parties around the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus. It is important to stay safe and be aware when planning to go out.

Thursday, February 1, 2024 Nebraska in the national news: January 2024

Nebraska U’s counselors-in-residence program was mentioned in a Jan. 16 Inside Higher Ed article on universities’ efforts to make the resident assistant position more manageable.

A member of staff works behind the counter at Abel Dining Hall, on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Lincoln, Nebraska. [Photo by Alix Robinson | Daily Nebraskan]

Thursday, February 1, 2024 Abel Dining Center adds new mobile order pickup

[Daily Nebraskan] Abel Dining Center has a new look for mobile ordering designed for students to have faster pickups and easier accessibility.

A variety of emojis representing things students can learn about at Condoms, Cookies & Consent.

Thursday, February 1, 2024 Condoms, cookies, consent + 7 more can't-miss activities this week

Explore consent, relationships, and sexual health through games, snacks, and activities. Connect with employers and acquire free identity-affirming clothing for your career. Pet your stress away with therapy dogs. Hone your cooking and fitness skills at Campus Rec classes. Keep reading for more events this week you won't want to miss.

Check out the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Medium page for a list of local restaurants featuring global cuisine.

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 February offers Valentine’s Day dinner, chance to find study abroad match

Five things to do. It’s February and love is in the air. From new restaurants to the perfect study abroad program, check out these five things to fall for this February.

[art by Ariana Garber | Daily Nebraskan]

Tuesday, January 30, 2024 Curious Cornhuskers: How does a UNL Learning Community work?

[Daily Nebraskan] As part of the Curious Cornhuskers initiative, a reader asked The Daily Nebraskan, “How does a learning community work?”

[Kristen Labadie | University Communication and Marketing]

Tuesday, January 30, 2024 Student experience remains a strength at Nebraska U

Through the year, the University Communication and Marketing team highlighted more than 175 student stories, exploring their positive impacts in academics, research, extracurricular activities and community involvement.

In 2023, Jack Hinsberger (l) and Grace McCutcheon (r) were the recipients of the Laura Cockson Memorial Scholarship. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs Marketing and Communication]

Monday, January 29, 2024 $1,000 scholarship to recognize healthy decision-making, responsibility about alcohol use

The Laura Cockson Memorial Scholarship is named for a Nebraska student who died when a driver under the influence of alcohol struck the car in which she was riding. Recipients will demonstrate responsibility about alcohol use in their lives and lead by example. Feb 16, 2024 is the deadline to apply.

92% of UNL students registered to vote during the 2020 election cycle. [courtesy image | Husker Vote Coalition]

Monday, January 29, 2024 50 students needed to serve as Vote Ambassadors

Motivated undergraduate and graduate students can join the Husker Vote Coalition to assist with registering other students to vote in Nebraska and out-of-state for the 2024 primary and General Election.

University of Nebraska–Lincoln Homecoming Royalty Court 2023. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs Marketing and Communication]

Monday, January 29, 2024 App open for Homecoming Royalty 2024

Fall semester's biggest campus celebration is being organized, starting w/ the selection of the Homecoming Royalty Court. Any full-time student with at least 75 hours completed and a 2.75 cumulative GPA is eligible.

Hundreds of students participate in the Fall Nvolvement Fair on the green space north of the Nebraska Union. The Spring Nvolvement Fair is Feb. 1 in the Nebraska Union. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Monday, January 29, 2024 Spring Nvolvement Fair is Feb. 1

Student Leadership, Involvement and Community Engagement is holding the Spring “Nvolvement” Fair from 4 to 7 p.m. Feb. 1 in the Nebraska Union Centennial Room and Ballroom.

Monday, January 29, 2024 Rwanda trip provides memories, glimpse into international public health

Zoey Armstead, a senior biochemistry major and outgoing president of the Minority Pre-Health Association, jumped at the opportunity to travel abroad as it fit perfectly with her passion for minority medicine.

Horticulture Club officers and members speak with students during the Spring Club Fair on January 31, 2023. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs Marketing and Communication]

Friday, January 26, 2024 Spring Nvolvement Fair brings together more than 75 student organizations

In a single location on February 1, Huskers can explore dozens of recognized student organizations (RSOs) to join for social, professional and leadership interests.

Students participate in a Basics Meditation group fitness class at Campus Recreation Center.

Friday, January 26, 2024 Explore cuisine, clubs, meditation, and more at 7 events this week

Browse hundreds of posters for sale, attend the final MLK Week commemorative event, celebrate Black History Month with a delicious dinner, practice mindful meditation, and cheer on the women's basketball and men's gymnastics teams at home.

John Goodwin, a leader of the Black community in Lincoln and an alumnus of one of the Divine Nine fraternities, speaks to students who are members and non-members of the Divine Nine sororities and fraternities during the Late Night Dish It Up: Divine Nine Edition in the Nebraska Union, at City Campus, on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024 in Lincoln, Nebraska. [Photo by Nandini Rainikindi | Daily Nebraskan]

Thursday, January 25, 2024 Divine Nine discusses adversity & service at Dish It Up for MLK celebration

[Daily Nebraskan] Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services and the National Pan-Hellenic Council held the first Dish It Up of the semester in the Regency Suite last Tuesday evening.

Carly Gartner (right) and friends take a photo with former Husker Volleyball player and Olympian Jordan Larsen. (courtesy image)

Wednesday, January 24, 2024 Balancing school, jobs and a social life

Carly Gartner, a political science and psychology double major, shares her knowledge for balancing everything to do in college and managing time wisely.

Ben Brandt, a graduate student in accounting from Glen Ellyn, Illinois, won three medals in the 2023 World Abilitysport Games in Thailand. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Wednesday, January 24, 2024 Brandt launches into competition on the world stage

Ben Brandt has always loved sports and everything it encompasses — the competition, the goal setting, the camaraderie — so getting cut from his hometown basketball team was a serious gut punch.