Sheldon Museum of Art to host study break Dec. 10

Sheldon Museum of Art to host study break on Dec. 10.
Sheldon Museum of Art to host study break on Dec. 10.

UNL and Lincoln-area students are invited to take a study break at the Sheldon Museum of Art. Come partake in yoga and meditation sessions to reduce anxiety and improve focus as finals approach. Art-making activities and food will also be provided. The Dec. 10 event is hosted by the Sheldon Student Advisory Board and is free and open to all.

Yoga sessions will take place from 5:15-6 p.m. and 6:15-7 p.m. Meditation sessions will take place from 6:15-6:30 p.m. and 7:15-7:30 p.m. These sessions are geared to help students reduce anxiety and increase focus as finals approach.

Students will also be encouraged to let the famous works of Edward Hopper, Georgia O'Keeffe and Andy Warhol accompany and inspire them during art-making activities and final studies.

After taking time to unwind and refuel, students are welcome to study in the Sheldon's permanent collection or the boardroom. Wi-Fi will be available in both rooms making each a productive and creative place for students to study.

This is the second study break night hosted by the Sheldon Student Advisory Board, a newly formed student organization working to connect the UNL community with the Sheldon Museum of Art.

The Sheldon Museum of Art houses a permanent collection of more than 12,000 objects focusing on transnational American art. Sheldon is open free to the public during regular hours: Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. The museum is closed on Monday.

More details at: http://www.sheldonartmuseum.org/