Monday, September 10, 2012
Service Awards, State of the University Tuesday
Chancellor Harvey Perlman will deliver his 13th State of the University annual address to faculty, staff, students and interested visitors on Sept. 11. The address begins at 11 a.m. at the Lied Center for Performing Arts, 301 N. 12th St.
The speech traditionally outlines university priorities for the upcoming year while addressing major accomplishments during the previous academic year. A link to the live stream will be available at the UNL website and it will be televised on NebSat 105, Campus Channel 4, Lincoln Cable Channel 21 and broadcast on KRNU Radio (90.3 FM). Shuttles (Bus 24) from East Campus to the Lied Center will run from Burr-Fedde, Ag Hall, Animal Science and the College of Law, returning from the Temple Building. Read more about this address in Today@UNL.
'The Invisible War,' 'The Imposter' open at the Ross, 'Celeste & Jesse' continues
Documentaries "The Invisible War" which focuses on the epidemic of rape in the military, and "The Imposter", a story of a missing child and the mystery surrounding his return, open Friday at the Ross. The humorous romantic drama 'Celeste and Jesse Forever', which focuses on best friends (Rashida Jones and Andy Samberg) who stay incredibly close even after they divorce, continues for a second week.
'The Invisible War' is not rated; 'The Imposter' is rated R for language; 'Celeste & Jesse Forever' is rated R for language, sexual content, and drug use. All three play through September 13. Read more about these films on The Ross website.
NEBRASKA UNION PLAZA, FRI 5-8PM
Flu Shot Clinics begin today at University Health Center
Walk-in flu vaccination clinics (no appointment required) for the seasonal flu begin Sept. 10 at the University Health Center from 9 to 11 a.m. Flu shots are free for UNL students paying UPFF facility fees and $30 for faculty and staff. UHC will file Blue Cross Blue Shield claims for faculty and staff members under the wellness benefit. You must have your insurance card at the time of vaccination in order to file a claim for Blue Cross Blue Shield only. If you have used up your wellness benefit for the 2012 coverage period, you will be sent a bill from UHC.
The clinics are held at UHC (1500 U St) on the following dates:
- Mondays: Sept. 10, 17, 24 and Oct. 1
- Tuesdays: Sept. 18, 25 and Oct. 9
UHC will also offer flu shots at the Wellness on Wheels Health Fairs, including Oct. 24 at the East Campus Union from 7 to 9 a.m. Read more about flu shots in Today@UNL.
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'Indigo Gives America the Blues' exhibition opens today
The International Quilt Study Center and Museum will present the exhibition 'Indigo Gives America the Blues' from Sept. 7 through June 2, 2013. The exhibition features 13 quilts ranging from the early 1800s to the 1980s that illustrate the history of indigo dyeing in the United States. Also featured are a range of antique fabric samples, woven coverlets, and doll and crib quilts that display the versatility of indigo dye in American textiles.
In "Indigo Gives America the Blues," Indigo dramatically changed the appearance of European and American textiles after it was first introduced, giving a range of colorfast blues to fabrics used in all sorts of household furnishings, including quilts. It continues to influence textile fashions today, as evidenced by its use in an American icon – blue jeans. 'Indigo Gives America the Blues' traces the history of indigo dyeing and brings one of America's favorite colors to life. Read more about this exhibit in Today@UNL.
Activities abound for Academic Integrity Week
Academic integrity plays a major role in defining who we are as a university. As students and scholars, our work rests on the foundational belief that we can trust the work others have done. We also trust the other students and faculty members we work with on a daily basis.
Because we work together with integrity, we are able to advance knowledge here at the university and beyond. Academic Integrity Week runs Sept. 10-14 and aims to foster honesty both inside the classroom and beyond the university's walls. Everyone, from freshmen to the most senior faculty members and administrators, is invited to participate in the dialogue. See a full list of Academic Integrity Week events in Today@UNL.
Lectures
NEBRASKA EAST UNION, 3PMFall 2012 Grassland Seminar Series, "Improved Grasses for Perennial Pastures"
Rob Mitchell, Research Scientist, USDA-Agricultural Research Service
UNL launches Nebraska App
UNL has launched the Nebraska App, a suite of mobile applications that makes essential university resources available on mobile devices. Students can check grades, access course content and browse the course catalog. They can access the public directory and get in touch instantly, keep tabs on Husker sports, find places on the campus map, stay informed with the latest campus news, watch videos, and even listen to podcasts of popular lectures in iTunesU.
"UNL is moving services to the where the students are in terms of devices and network access"," said Mark Askren, Chief Information Officer. "Students now have a much more powerful connection to UNL via their mobile device." Read more about Nebraska App in Today@UNL.
