Husker Spiritfest/Alumni weekend at UNL set for April 16-19

Alumni and friends of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln can attend the inaugural Husker Spiritfest/Alumni Weekend April 16-19. The weekend is intended for all to celebrate and discover the many facets of the university.

Activities range from cultural performances to athletic contests, and from special "insider" tours to open houses and exhibits. Speakers include Chancellor Harvey Perlman, at 10 a.m. April 17 at Kimball Hall, and Sen. Ben Nelson, 3 p.m. April 17 at the Nebraska Union. A highlight for many will be the annual Red-White spring football game, 1 p.m. April 18 at Memorial Stadium, with the Husker Nation Pavilion open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ed Weir Track, and various alumni tailgate events planned.

For a detailed schedule and visitor information, visit www.Huskerspiritfest.com or call the Nebraska Alumni Association at (888) 353-1874 or (402) 472-2841. Several of the university's museums are having guided tours and open house events. Check the Web site for times and details.

Several alumni groups will gather for reunions and annual events. Official reunion groups include the class of 1959; alumni of color; New Student Enrollment; civil engineers from 1968, 1969 and 1970; Love Memorial Hall; and Sigma Kappa sorority. In addition, the National Human Resources Institute is gathering for their annual recognition day and College of Business Administration will hold its 25th Anniversary Advisory Board Awards Luncheon. The N Club, Campus Recreation alumni and ASUN alumni are gathering for Spring Game tailgate parties.

The Wick Alumni Center, 1520 R St., will serve as the headquarters for alumni and friends throughout the weekend. The event is spearheaded by the Nebraska Alumni Association and University Communications with involvement from all the UNL colleges, Intercollegiate Athletics and many other campus entities.