Student Involvement

Monday, February 5, 2024 14 campus Valentine events that won't break the bank

14 Valentine-inspired activities are jam-packed into 9 days - from mixers and dinners to fitness, films and more. Share the love and invite those you care about to check out these events happening on and around campus February 8 - 16.

[are you excited? [image by ozgu-ozden | unsplash]

Monday, February 5, 2024 The Weekender: Uber-popular Free Skate Nights return February 10

This is the first-of-only-three Free Skate Nights scheduled in the spring semester - don't miss this early chance to enjoy ice skating. Gather your friends, grab your NCard, and arrive early at Breslow Ice Center.

Aerial views of City Campus. August 20, 2019. Photo by Craig Chandler / University Communication.

Monday, February 5, 2024 Next@Nebraska edition for February 5, 2024

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.

[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.

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.

[how are you feeling tonight? | image by xviiizz | unsplash]

Monday, January 29, 2024 The Weekender: First Friday, Student Obsevatory, and free sport events

More than 13 free-ish happenings are on the list for Feb 2, 3, & 4, starting w/ First Friday activities at three locations: Sheldon Museum of Art; International Quilt Museum; and Great Plains Art Museum. ALSO: Yoga; Basketball; Hockey; the Student Observatory; Men's Gymnastics, and Free Bowling.

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.

Nebraska's Karen Wills has worked at the university for 25 years, most recently helping students through the University Program Council. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Friday, January 26, 2024 UPC work helps connect Wills with passion to serve students

Karen Wills has turned her passion for supporting students into a purpose at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

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 Bentzinger, a senior in criminal justice, and Francisca Lawson Tettevie a graduate student in human sciences, help Journey shoot a basket at the Malone Center. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Wednesday, January 24, 2024 Huskers honor MLK legacy through ‘compassionate actions’

Nearly 120 members of the campus community will volunteer approximately 2,600 total hours during the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s MLK Week. The community outreach will benefit nine nonprofits in Lincoln.

[KLKN-TV] Kaden Boyer, UNL student volunteer

Tuesday, January 23, 2024 UNL students and staff volunteer at Center for People food distribution

[KLKN] Students and staff at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln spent a couple hours volunteering Tuesday afternoon during the Center for People’s food distribution.

Monday, January 22, 2024 Celebrate the semester's first full week with MLK activities, open houses, and bouldering

Welcome back, Huskers! Spring semester is has arrived and the campus is coming alive. Get back into the rhythm of school with these 6 recommended events of the week.

Brett Johnson slides a curling stone Jan. 20, 2024 during the club team's bonspiel at the Breslow Ice Hockey Center. [Taryn Hamill | University Communication and Marketing]

Monday, January 22, 2024 Cornhusker Bonspiel fosters friendships even among competitors

Curlers from universities around the nation swept into the Breslow Ice Hockey Center Jan. 19-21 for the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Curling Club’s annual Cornhusker Bonspiel curling tournament.

Friday, January 19, 2024 9 campus-wide events to look forward to during spring semester

Adventure, dancing, sports, clubs, careers, and more. Mark your calendars for these nine spring semester campus-wide events you won’t want to miss.