The University of Nebraska-Lincoln and its surrounding community is constantly evolving to reach greater heights as a 21st-century, world-leading land grant institution.
This month, learn about the exciting developments involving curriculum updates to educate global citizens, and continued dedication to research and multicultural services.
New School of Global Integrative Studies focused on student opportunity
With an eye on expanding educational and research opportunities, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Department of Anthropology, and programs in geography and global studies have formed the School of Global Integrative Studies. The new school, part of the College of Arts and Sciences, combines an array of faculty expertise and subject matter that complement one another.
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Dining Services cultivates cultural cooking for diverse student body
With all the important roles food plays in culture, it can be difficult for college students to abandon all the comforts of home recipes for dining hall food. Luckily, the directors and curators of dining options at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln make the effort to bring diverse dining options to all their students from all backgrounds.
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Research continues momentum in expenditures, awards
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln achieved $317 million in total research expenditures for the 2019 fiscal year, representing a 2.8% increase from the previous year and marking a ninth consecutive year of increased growth. Total research expenditures reflect the amount invested annually on research and development activities, and are considered a key indicator of growth and research quality with the university’s engagement around the world.
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NASA, University of Nebraska release new global groundwater maps and U.S. drought forecasts
Working with a team of researchers from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, NASA has developed new weekly, satellite-based global maps of soil moisture and groundwater wetness conditions and one- to three-month U.S. forecasts of each product. While maps of current dry/wet conditions for the United States have been available since 2012, this is the first time they have been available globally.
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To submit a campus news feature for the next edition of the Global Nebraska newsletter, please contact Courtney Van Hoosen in the Office of Global Strategies at cvanhoosen2@unl.edu.