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Monday, October 28, 2024 Enjoy the annual Husker Haunt and 10 more Halloween happenings

Halloween week has arrived! Check out these 10 ghoulishly fun happenings get into a festive mood as October draws to a close.

Nebraska's Hollie Swanson (left) and Logan Kahlor practice cornhole tosses while setting up the 2024 homecoming yard games competition on the Meier Commons. In her fifth year helping plan the annual celebration, Swanson is now leading the homecoming committee. [Troy Fedderson | University Communication and Marketing]

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 Swanson, homecoming team craft events for all Huskers

Since taking on leadership of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s annual fall celebration in February, Hollie Swanson and the homecoming committee have worked to create a slate of events that offers something for every Husker.

Gateway at University of Nebraska–Lincoln [courtesy image | University Communciations and Marketing]

Thursday, September 12, 2024 Adjusted campus hours and services for Instructional Continuity Day, Sept 20

Latest update 3:30 p.m. September 13, 2024. Hours and instructions are subject to change without prior notification.

Chancellor Rodney Bennett approved September 20, 2024 as an instructional continuity day when Husker Football hosts Illinois for a Friday night game in Memorial Stadium.

Students with bicycles outside the Dairy Store at the University of Nebraska_Lincoln.

Monday, September 9, 2024 11 can't miss activities this week, including Homecoming 101, pickleball, and Pan Dulce

Spend some time outside and relax before the semester gets too hectic with these events happening on campus September 9–16, 2024.

Middle Eastern & North African Student Association received four awards at the annual Student Impact Awards on May 1, 2024. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Monday, May 6, 2024 Student organizations, individuals honored at year-end Student Impact Awards

The Student Impact Awards were announced for 2023-24 by Student Leadership, Involvement and Community Engagement at an evening reception in the Nebraska Union on May 1, 2024.

Adding in fun study breaks will let you relax, keep you focused and help you stay alert.

Thursday, May 2, 2024 Try these study breaks to reduce end-of-semester overload

While cramming for tests and projects may seem like a rite of passage to generations of college students, it's not the most productive way to study. Even with the best-laid plans or intentions, the last-minute cram is not uncommon. That doesn’t mean you should keep your nose in the books all day and night. In fact, that can diminish the quality of your study session and your mental and physical well-being. Periodic breaks help you stay focused and alert.

Monopoly is one of the board games you can play at the May 9, 2024 event at Love Library. [image by maria-lin-kim-lum]

Thursday, May 2, 2024 Laugh and relax at 6 free de-stress activities on campus, May 6-10

With finals right around the corner, take some time for yourself and check out all the de-stress events happening on campus.

Marissa Cruse, a senior from Belleville, Illinois, is quizzed on her economics capstone project by her boyfriend Connor Herbert. Spring on city campus. April 10, 2023. [Photo by Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Monday, April 29, 2024 Before leaving campus for the summer, do these things

Use this checklist to help you minimize the stress in the last three weeks of the spring semester.

Student takes a photo with a Cause The Change tote bag in front of a denim wall in support of sexual assault survivors on Denim Day 2023.

Sunday, April 21, 2024 Outside events abound among the 5 can’t-miss happenings this week

Enjoy the spring weather this week (April 22-28), and spend time with your friends playing games, exploring Lincoln by bike, or supporting other Huskers leading up to Nebraska's Spring Game on Saturday.

Husker Vote Coalition member explains to a student how to register to vote at a voter registration table on campus.

Monday, April 15, 2024 Voter registration tables take over Love Library all week + 7 other events

DO: Register to vote. Volunteer to clean up litter. Paint a succulent pot. Play music bingo. WATCH: Students compete in an entrepreneurial competition. ASUN Student Government transition. Discounted movies at The Ross. Check out all that's happening on campus this week.

Students perform at the annual Stroll-Off competition.

Monday, April 8, 2024 Stroll Off returns and five other events happening this week

Jumpstart your week with a Solar Social and watch the partial eclipse roll over campus. Swing by the Just-In-Time Fair to find a summer job or internship. And kick off your weekend watching performances at the annual Stroll Off competition, celebrating MGC & NPHC greek organizations.

Monday, April 1, 2024 Play Grocery Bingo to win prizes & support childhood cancer research

One of the largest student-run fundraisers of the year is happening this week. Join for your chance to win prizes and watch as students volunteer to have their heads shaved in support of childhood cancer research at NRHH’s Shave for the Brave event. Keep reading for more featured events April 1-5.

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Monday, March 25, 2024 Next@Nebraska edition for March 25, 2024

Student watches the sandhill cranes migrating at Platte River Valley.

Monday, March 25, 2024 Conversations, cooking, and cranes highlight this week's featured events

Join conversations about consent, women's voting rights, and trans visibility; Learn to prepare a salmon sushi bake and protein bowls; and take a trip to watch the migration of sandhill cranes. Keep reading for the featured events March 25-29.

Admitted Student Day participants fill the Coliseum bleachers for a pep rally that opened the event. [Photos by Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Monday, March 25, 2024 Nebraska's Admitted Student Day successfully draws 3,500

Husker spirit flowed freely as the University of Nebraska–Lincoln offered 3,500 visitors — including more than 1,200 admitted high school seniors — a preview of campus life during Admitted Student Day on March 23.

Enrique Acevedo, a freshman forensic science major, throws a bowling ball down a lane on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at the Husker Bowling Center in the Nebraska East Union in Lincoln, Nebraska. [Photo by Justin Diep | Daily Nebraskan]

Friday, March 22, 2024 Students score with free bowling on East Campus

[Daily Nebraskan] One way to destress on campus is by bowling at the Husker Bowling Center on East Campus.

Aerial view of City Campus. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Monday, March 18, 2024 Admitted Student Day may alter your Saturday routine. Here are adjustments to consider.

Several campus spots will see an increase in foot traffic and slight adjustments in operations that may alter the regular routine of current students.

[Photo via Creative Commons on Instagram]

Thursday, March 14, 2024 Husker student orgs and how to find them

One of the most exciting parts of college is exploring your interests and finding your community. Luckily, Nebraska is home to hundreds of RSOs (that’s recognized student organizations) that you can dive into.

Battle of the Food Scientists / Price Is Right - On Stage

Thursday, March 14, 2024 Jumpstart the semester's second half with these 8 campus events

The second half of the semester kicks off with a holiday lunch, a live game show, food and strength competitions, and more. Keep reading for this week's featured events.

Thursday, March 7, 2024 24 Hours with Jordan Muirhead

Each year, Huskers across campus join forces for HuskerThon — a celebration of and fundraiser for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. From talent shows to sharing the event’s impact on families statewide, follow Jordan Muirhead—director of engagement and senior biochemistry and nutrition science/dietetics major—as she takes you through the HuskerThon experience.