The Office of Graduate Studies, in partnership with the Graduate Student Assembly, is hosting this year's Trick or Treat event on Tuesday, October 29, from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM in Seaton Hall, 1525 U Street.
Bring your children to the candy stations and stay for family photos and light snacks. Costumes are encouraged!
Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Time: 3:30 to 5:00 PM
Venue: Seaton Hall, 1525 U Street
This event is open to all graduate and professional students and their families.
After you attend the OGS Trick or Treat Event, stop by the Greek Street Trick or Treat hosted by UNL Fraternity and Sorority Life and the Little Monster Mash hosted by the Gender and Sexuality Center.
Greek Street Trick or Treat
Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Time: 5 to 7 PM
Venue: Nebraska Union and City Campus Chapter houses
Stop by the Union first to check-in and pick up your map.
Street parking or 17th and R garage parking available.
All minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Little Monster Mash
Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Time: 5 to 7 PM
Venue: Nebraska Union: Room The Crib
Explore painting pumpkin-shaped stress balls, decorating cookies, and other fun activities. Attendees will leave with Halloween themed goodies.
History of Trick-or-Treating
The tradition of trick-or-treating in America originates from European customs. People would dress up in costumes and visit homes to ask for food or money, which eventually evolved into the modern "trick-or-treat" tradition. In the past, young women believed they could predict their future husband's name or appearance by performing tricks with yarn, apple parings, or mirrors on Halloween.
In the late 1800s, there was a movement in America to transform Halloween into a holiday focused on community and friendly gatherings rather than on ghosts and pranks.
More details at: https://graduate.unl.edu