Student Culture & Community

Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center building
Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center building

November Notes from Student Culture & Community

Dear Huskers,

Fall is in full swing—the leaves are crunching, the air is crisp, and pumpkin spice seems to be everywhere. As the temperatures drop, we hope you’re staying safe, warm and maybe even cozying up with a good blanket and a cup of hot drink.

We hope you enjoyed Halloween—whether you went all out with costumes or kept it classic with candy and Netflix frights—and are now getting ready for a heartwarming Thanksgiving season. Don’t forget: there will be a student holiday on November 26 and Thanksgiving break on November 27–28, so be sure to rest, recharge and reconnect.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our October programs! Your energy and participation keep our community thriving. And guess what? We’re just getting started. November brings a new lineup of exciting events and opportunities to learn, celebrate, and connect—scroll down to see what’s coming up next.

Here is our favorite quote for November:
“Gratitude turns what we have into enough.” – Aesop

With warmth and appreciation,
Student Culture & Community

 
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Event banner with the QR code to sign up

Lunch & Learn: Walking in the Footsteps

Thursday, November 13 | 12–1 PM | OASIS Lounge, Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center (City Campus)
In collaboration with the Center for Great Plains Art Museum

RSVP Now! https://go.unl.edu/november_lunch_and_learn

Every place holds a story—some we know, others we’re still learning to hear.
Join Student Culture & Community and the Center for Great Plains Art Museum for an immersive Lunch & Learn exploring Walking in the Footsteps, a digital storytelling project that reconnects communities with Nebraska’s Indigenous history.

Through narrative mapping and justice-focused research, this session invites participants to reflect on place, identity, and the stories that shape our understanding of belonging. Discover how art and technology come together to honor voices of the past and inspire a more mindful future.

Lunch will be provided, but space is limited—reserve your seat (and your meal) today!


More details at: https://events.unl.edu/2025/11/13/191637/
 
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Banner with event title and details with the silhouette of a woman's face

Late Night Dish It Up: Cultural Beauty Standards

Thursday, November 20 | 5–7 PM | OASIS Student Lounge, Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center (City Campus)
In collaboration with Delta Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc.

Come ready to listen, share, and redefine what beauty means to you. Continue reading…

 
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Event banner with information about the campaign and an image of helping hands

Sowing Hope at Home: UNL’s Combined Campaign Launches

The 2025–2026 United Way Combined Campaign for Health and Human Services is underway! This year’s theme, “Sowing Hope at Home,” celebrates our shared commitment to uplifting communities across Nebraska.

Every gift—no matter the size—supports programs that improve health, education, and financial stability for local families. Join us in strengthening our community and helping UNL Student Life reach this year’s goal of $10,000.

Donate today by making a pledge at epledge.unitedwaylincoln.org

More details at: https://combinedcampaign.unl.edu/
 
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