Monday, November 19, 2012
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Groundbreaking event and announcement for Nebraska Innovation Campus, Nov. 16, 2012. Photo by Craig Chandler / University Communications
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NIC Director Dan Duncan, Neb. Governor Dave Heineman, and Tonn Ostergard, NIC board member and president and CEO of Crete Carriers, sample a special flavor of UNL Dairy Store ice cream made just for the occassion--Peter Pan Innovationland Ice Cream. Photo by Craig Chandler / University Communications
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The UNL Dairy Store and ConAgra collaborated on a special ice cream flavor served at the celebration--Peter Pan Innovationland Ice Cream. Photo by Craig Chandler / University Communications
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-A crowd packed the UNL Visitors Center for the groundbreaking event and announcement for Nebraska Innovation Campus, Nov. 16, 2012. Photo by Craig Chandler / University Communications
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Chancellor Harvey Perlman speaks to the crowd. Groundbreaking event and announcement for Nebraska Innovation Campus, Nov. 16, 2012. Photo by Craig Chandler / University Communications
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ConAgra CEO Gary Rodkin speaks to the crowd via a video. Photo by Craig Chandler / University Communications
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ConAgra's Al Bolles speaks to the crowd. Groundbreaking event and announcement for Nebraska Innovation Campus, Nov. 16, 2012. Photo by Craig Chandler / University Communications
ConAgra, Innovation Campus partnership celebrated
An expanded collaboration between UNL and ConAgra Foods is accelerating research and development at Nebraska Innovation Campus.
Through an agreement celebrated Nov. 16, ConAgra Foods hopes to foster a culture of innovation related to food science. For example, the collaboration will help further understanding and knowledge related to popcorn and tomato breeding and research. ConAgra Foods will leverage leased space in greenhouses at Nebraska Innovation Campus where it will grow and research tomatoes, such as those used in Hunt's and Ro*Tel brands, alongside university students and faculty. Read more about this collaboration in Today@UNL.
3 winners in statewide photo contest announced
Three stunning photographs of Nebraska's food, fuel and water will decorate the halls of new facilities at Nebraska Innovation Campus. The winning photographs were unveiled today at the celebration and announcement of the campus's first research collaborator -- ConAgra Foods.
Ken Bruce of Grand Island, Benjamin Vogt of Lincoln and Bradley Jensen of Omaha shot the winning photos. Each won an iPad contributed by the contest sponsors, and will have their winning photographs displayed at Nebraska Innovation Campus. Read more about these winning entries.
Chiara featured in concert
The Chiara String Quartet will be featured in the next performance in the Hixson-Lied Concert Series, 7:30 p.m. in Kimball Recital Hall. Tickets, $20 for adults, $10 seniors and $5 students, are available at the Lied Center for Performing Arts box office, 402-472-4747 or at the door.
The concert program includes Mozart's String Quartet in C Major, K. 465, "The Dissonance;" Lutoslawski's String Quartet; and Dvorak's String Quartet in F Major, Op. 96, "The American." Read more about this performance in Today@UNL.
Nanoscience in nature exhibit opens today
A new nanoscience in nature exhibition, sponsored by the Nebraska Center for Materials and Nanoscience, opens today at the Pioneers Park Nature Center, 3201 S. Coddington Ave. The exhibit, "Nanoscience: Natural Beauty and Incredible Functions," is on display through January.
The exhibition introduces nano-scale science through snowflakes, lotus leaves, butterflies and minerals. The information shows how nanoscientists mimic nanostructure principles and phenomena in nature to develop new products. Read more about this exhibit in Today@UNL.
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Walter Camp Foundation names Osborne a 'Distinguished American'
Tom Osborne, former Husker football coach and current UNL athletics director, has been named the 2012 Walter Camp Football Foundation "Distinguished American."
The award is presented annually to an individual who has used their talents to attain great success in business, private life or public service and who may have accomplished that which no other has done. Osborne will receive the honor during the Walter Camp Football Foundation's 46th annual national awards banquet on Jan. 12 at Yale University.
UNL Bookstore accepting Toys for Tots items
The UNL Bookstore is accepting donations for the Toys for Tots program. All individuals who make a donation receive a 20 percent-off coupon for a single clothing or apparel item. The Toys for Tots collection drive at the UNL Bookstore continues through Dec. 10.
Organized by the U.S. Marine Corps, Toys for Tots is an annual drive to collect toys for needy children. The Toys for Tots program started in 1947. Learn more at Read more about this talk in Today@UNL.
NUFlex open enrollment begins today
NUFlex open enrollment, the annual period for university employees to enroll in or make changes to University of Nebraska benefits plans, is Nov. 19 to Dec. 7.
For the fifth time in seven years, healthcare premiums for medical and dental benefits will not increase in 2013 for full-time employees. That good news extends to deductibles and co-pays, which also will not increase. Read more about enrollment in Today@UNL.
NEBRASKA UNION PLAZA, 11AM - 1PM
'Everyone Matters' event is today
"Everyone Matters," a program that encourages students to embrace social justice, will be celebrated 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Nebraska Union Plaza. The program seeks to end judgments based on skin color, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, financial position, political beliefs, religion or any other characteristic.
The Nov. 18 celebration is co-sponsored by six UNL units. It will include free Qdoba burritos (100 available), spin art, T-shirt making, photos and special guests.
Lectures
JACKIE GAUGHAN MULTICULTURAL CENTER UBUNTU ROOM, 2:30PMUNL Scholarships and Financial Aid and the Student Money Management Center discussion, "UNL Scholarships and Financial Aid and the Student Money Management Center"
UNL students in attendance can enter to win one $20 gift card to the University Bookstore
Fall Grassland Seminar Series, "Impacts and Initial Lessons from the 2012 Wildfires Along the Niobrara River"
Chris Helzer, Nature Conservancy
UNL.edu now formatted for all devices
The Internet and Interactive Media group of University Communications and Information Services has concluded the first phase in its effort to provide full support to all devices - desktops, laptops, smartphones and tablets - by implementing a suite of web technologies collectively known as 'responsive design.' This week, the internal and external homepages were re-launched as 'responsive' designs.
You can see the effects of responsive design in your desktop browser by simply re-sizing your browser window (the page will reformat as the window is narrowed), or by viewing on your tablet or smartphone. Please use the 'feedback' links at the bottom of the page if you would like to let us know of any issues. Thank you.
