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Friday, March 1, 2024 Free cooking demo highlights the end of events for National Nutrition Month®

National Nutrition Month® is an annual campaign during March created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, where everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits.

Friday, March 1, 2024 Ways to recenter during spring break

Finally, spring break! While some of us will be traveling to new places, exploring Lincoln or headed back home, we all can use this time to recenter. The second half of the spring semester is near, and these resources and tips will help you find success in the next 8 weeks.

Friday, March 1, 2024 Halal options expanded to meet students' needs

As individuals share ideas and customs, dining can play a central role in finding a place on campus. Through the expansion of halal options in the dining centers, the Husker community helps welcome all students and guests.

Students walk through the plaza adjacent to the Willa Cather Dining Center. [photo by Student Affairs Marketing and Communication]

Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Campus locations and services to adjust hours for Spring Break

A list of open campus spots and the adjusted hours for March 8-17, 2024.

Shotokan Karate of America Club meets weekly from 5:45 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays in Nebraska Union Ballroom to learn karate skills.

Monday, February 26, 2024 RSO Roundup: HuskerThon, Shotokan Karate and 8 more amazing student org activities before Spring Break

[photo by Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Monday, February 26, 2024 Next@Nebraska edition for February 26, 2024

Students laugh as they enjoy a meal together in the dining center.

Monday, February 26, 2024 Enjoy all-day breakfast for Leap Day + 5 more events this week

The last week of February offers opportunities to watch Oscar-nominated short films, learn more about the Husker Pantry, compete for prizes at trivia night, practice yoga in the College of Business, and enjoy Leap Day specialty menus in the dining centers.

Monday, February 26, 2024 Free shuttle bus to take students to nearby airports, Omaha for spring break travels

UNL students in need of transportation to/from Omaha, Lincoln Airport and Eppley Airfield at the start and end of Spring Break can reserve a free ride on a shuttle bus organized by ASUN Student Government.

Monday, February 26, 2024 Campus can dance the day away at Huskerthon March 2

The Huskerthon is an event hosted by Dance Marathon, a University of Nebraska–Lincoln RSO, to raise funds for Children’s Hospital in Omaha.

[artwork by Rose Padios | Daily Nebraskan]

Friday, February 23, 2024 Overnight shifts: How UNL students balance mental health and schoolwork

[Daily Nebraskan] Certain positions require overnight shifts to ensure around-the-clock coverage. Students, including those at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, may take these shifts due to them fitting better into their schedules or for potential higher pay.

Pictured is the 2023 Homecoming Royalty Court for the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. [Mike Jackson | Student Affairs]

Friday, February 23, 2024 Homecoming royalty applications due March 1

Fall semester's biggest campus celebration is already being organized, starting the selection of the Homecoming Royalty Court.

Thursday, February 22, 2024 Students at UNL are using animals to improve their mental health

[Daily Nebraskan] With midterms approaching fast, this is a stressful time for college students to balance work, assignments and their social life. Some students at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln are benefiting from companionship with animals.

Alana Ross smiles for a photo in front of a mural in Anderson Hall. [Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing]

Wednesday, February 21, 2024 Ross grows, pays it forward through campus organizations

Alana Ross, a sports media communication and advertising/public relations double major from Houston, Texas, came to Nebraska nervous about what college would bring. However, those concerns faded after meeting with her OASIS peer mentor and diving head-first into opportunities like UCARE and RSOs head-first.

Wednesday, February 21, 2024 On Campus: National Society of Black Engineers

Elena Butler, a senior biological systems engineering major, found a home in the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). Now the president of NSBE, Elena is fostering community on campus and opening doors for a future in engineering.

Jean Marcel Ngoko Djiokap guards University of Nebraska-Lincoln student Delaney Knight from getting open at Cook Pavilion on Feb. 9, 2024. [Kirk Rangel | University Communication and Marketing]

Wednesday, February 21, 2024 Physics prof connects with students through sports

Nebraska’s Jean Marcel Ngoko Djiokap is taking physics lessons from the lectern to athletic fields to connect with students. Through the first weeks of each semester, the associate professor of physics offers social opportunities at the Campus Recreation Center.

Tonal Eclipse competing at the ICCA quarterfinals at the Bourbon Theatre on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024, in Lincoln, Nebraska [photo by Alix Robinson | Daily Nebraskan]

Tuesday, February 20, 2024 4 UNL a cappella groups place in top 5 at ICCA Southwest Quarterfinals

[Daily Nebraskan] Five University of Nebraska-Lincoln a cappella groups competed in the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) Southwest Quarterfinals at the Bourbon Theatre on Feb. 17.

Tuesday, February 20, 2024 How to maintain mental and physical wellness during the rest of winter

[Daily Nebraskan] There is a way to power through the last stretch of the winter season to maintain health and wellness.

Main entrance of Campus Rec Center. [photo by Jerry Saguin | Daily Nebraskan]

Tuesday, February 20, 2024 ASUN seeks to promote student well being by partnering with UNL’s Rec

[Daily Nebraskan] On Feb. 22 from 4 to 6 p.m., the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Campus Recreation Center will host Student Well-Being and Fitness Day with help from select members of the Association of Students of the University of Nebraska.

The Muslim Women's Collective student org will be hosting a Henna booth from 4 to 6 p.m. February 21 in the Nebraska Union.

Monday, February 19, 2024 RSO Roundup: Immerse yourself in cultural experiences with these 6 student groups

In this issue: Middle Eastern and North African Student Association // Ballroom Dance Club // Muslim Women's Collective // University of Nebraska Figure Skating // Afghan Student Association // University of Nebraska Women's Club Lacrosse

The community & recreation centers are managed by the city Parks & Recreation Department. [courtesy image]

Monday, February 19, 2024 Volunteer Digest: Help at one of Lincoln's community & recreation centers

Five opportunities are organized Feb 26–March 1 for UNL students to volunteer for a few hours at one of the city's community & recreation centers. Huskers will help with facilitating activities for youth, sorting donations, and cleaning.