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Level Up [image by damir-kopezhanov | unsplash]

Monday, November 13, 2023 The Weekender: Global Hot Drinks, badminton...and a free Turkey Trot, too

Connect casually with friends and culture for an easy weekend prior to Thanksgiving. At midday Friday, enjoy Global Hot Drinks in Louise Pound Hall. Later, go to the Rec Center for a Badminton Tournament. All weekend get free bowling at Nebraska East Union, too.

Delta Delta Delta and Pi Kappa Alpha are hosting the Mac for Morgan fundraiser from 5 to 9 p.m. November 15.

Monday, November 13, 2023 RSO ROUNDUP: Two student orgs team up to host "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" screening Nov 19

In this issue: Afrikan Peoples Union // Delta Delta Delta // Pi Kappa Alpha // University Program Council // Alpha Phi // Phi Mu // Sigma Nu // Spectrum UNL // Residence Hall Association

Wednesday, November 1, 2023 McCarter aims to make all students feel at home in dining centers

Ellyn McCarter believes in the power of food to build community. McCarter, registered dietitian and nutrition manager for Dining Services at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, wants to dispel nutrition myths and make sure all students have a chance to build their campus family.

VIsit the UNL Student Observatory on Nov 3, 2023 with the LIFE IN LINCOLN series.

Monday, October 30, 2023 The Weekender: Campus Swifties invited for "1989" (Taylor's Version) party

Start the weekend with a free visit to the UNL Student Observatory on Nov 3 with the LIFE IN LINCOLN series. On Saturday night, seek out The Village Clubhouse to find the "1989 (Taylor’s Version) Listening Party".

Monster Mash MixxedFit group fitness class will be held from 8 to 8:50 p.m. October 31.

Monday, October 30, 2023 Treat yourself to 7 frightfully fun events this week

The Halloween spirit continues this week with themed meals at the dining centers, a bone-chilling workout, and a night with the director of the Saw movies. After the holiday, browse an identity-affirming clothing pop-up and enjoy a morning coffee bike ride.

Exterior view of the Campus Rec Center's main entrance. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 Campus locations to adjust hours for Thanksgiving Break

A list of open campus spots and adjusted hours for November 21–26, 2023.

Diner eats yogurt, oats, blueberries, and strawberries

Friday, October 20, 2023 Bits and Bites: Serve yourself – by building a healthy plate

As you start the journey that is college, one of the keys to success is maintaining a balanced and healthy diet. To accomplish this, we will use MyPlate principles to help you navigate the extensive options in the dining halls and simplify healthy eating.

[art by Ariana Garber | Daily Nebraskan]

Friday, October 13, 2023 New UNL students will no longer select rooms, opting for hall preferences

[Daily Nebraskan] Incoming freshmen will no longer be able to select the rooms they will live in for the 2024-25 school year.

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 Housing and Dining offering complimentary meals for faculty, staff

University Housing and Dining is showing its appreciation to faculty and staff by offering free, complimentary meals at select dining centers Oct. 16-17.

Monday, October 9, 2023 Halls celebrate on-campus living with a bonanza of treats for Resident Appreciation Week

Steak meals, donut breakfasts, evening waffles, and massage chairs are just a few of the fun activities on tap through Oct 12 for the 5,000+ Huskers living in UNL's fourteen residence halls. Here is the complete list of where and when things are happening.

Night of the Living Drag Show is Oct 27, 2023.

Monday, October 9, 2023 10 campus activities to get you in the Halloween spirit

If you're eager to get in the Halloween spirit, check out these events that begin soon and run through the month of October.

Saladworks + Frutta Bowls now available at Abel Dining Center

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 Saladworks and Frutta Bowls open first location at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Saladworks, the nation’s leading fast-casual entree salad franchise, and Frutta Bowls, a restaurant concept structured around specialty açai bowls, have opened their first location in Nebraska. Located in the Abel Dining Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Otto Meza serves food from the Harper Smokehouse Food Truck

Monday, October 2, 2023 Meza’s years of experience help feed Husker community

“We put out great product. I think our food is really, really good.” —Otto Meza, production manager, Housing and Dining Services

Payton Horacek, who grew up in Omaha, recalled the overwhelming wave of new obstacles and responsibilities she encountered during her first year that now inform her work as a counselor. [Matthew Strasburger | University Communication and Marketing]]

Monday, September 25, 2023 Counselors-in-residence offer convenient mental health resources

As a counselor-in-residence in Eastside Suites, Payton Horacek’s goal is to help Huskers feel like they have someone nearby to turn to when they need to talk. She’s one of three trained mental health professionals stationed in residence halls around campus available to meet with resident students.

Friday, September 22, 2023 Sustain UNL takes charge of food waste reduction

Sustain UNL, a sustainability-focused student group at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, reintroduced OZZI reusable containers as a choice of packaging for certain dining options on campus this semester. The containers can be reused to reduce waste from other packaging options.

Morgan Hartman, sustainability coordinator, wheels a new recycle station into place in the Suites residential complex. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Friday, September 15, 2023 All in the Hall continues expansion, now in 56 buildings

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Office of Sustainability made a big push ahead of the fall semester to continue expanding the All in the Hall recycling program on campus.

Payton Horacek; Lesley Garcia; Jamie Rojas

Tuesday, September 12, 2023 Meet the Counselors-in-Residence

For Huskers living in residence halls, there are 3 trained mental health professionals a.k.a. “Counselors-in-Residence” available to meet close to where you live - and at no cost. Common session topics include homesickness, school stress, depression, anxiety, coping skills, relationships, and more.

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

Wednesday, August 23, 2023 Adjusted campus hours and services for Volleyball Day In Nebraska, Aug. 30

A list of the adjusted hours and open spots on August 30, 2022, when the University observes Volleyball Day in Nebraska and instructional continuity day.

Marissa Brewer of Omaha (right) poses for a selfie with her mom and dad, John and Michelle, as they enter Devaney Sports Center to start the move in process. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Tuesday, August 15, 2023 School spirit welcomes new Huskers to residence halls

Music, banners and lots of red welcomed the newest Huskers to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln campus this week. Nearly 5,000 moved into their new homes during a four-day period, ringing in the 2023-24 academic year.

Larry Shippen [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Tuesday, August 15, 2023 Shippen relishes role behind the scenes helping new students make campus home

You might call Larry Shippen a maestro — conducting behind the scenes to make the new Husker experience a great one. As the director of housing facilities operations at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, he is the backbone of a well-oiled move-in machine.