Math Department Events
An Overview of the new Math Major Options
Dr. Petronela Radu and Doug Pellatz will present information about the new math major options for the Fall 2019 semester. Come hear information about the new Mathematics of Physical Phenomena, Mathematical Biology, Mathematical Finance, and Discrete Mathematics and Cryptography options along with updates about the Standard, Education, and Statistics options. More information about how MATH 309 works into the Math major will also be available.
Thursday, August 29 from 4-5 pm
351 Avery Hall
Joel Spencer, New York University
Hosted by Tri Lai
Friday, September 20 from 4:00-5:00 pm
115 Avery Hall
Campus-Wide Events
Club Fair
Student Organizations will host the RSO Club Fair. This event is a great opportunity for Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs) to recruit new members and highlight the organization’s activities. Please join us!
Wednesday, August 28 from 11:15 am to 1:15 pm
The Green Space between the Nebraska Union and Kaufman Residence Hall
I Don't Think We're in High School Anymore
Transition to College: Navigate the college classroom and find study habits you need to succeed.
Tuesday, September 3 from 4-5 pm
Wednesday, September 4 from 5-6 pm
221 Love Library South
Husker Civic Challenge Fair
Find an Organization; Start Serving Today: Over 60 Lincoln nonprofit organizations will be present and ready to meet with you. Find an organization that best fits your needs while making an impact in your Lincoln community.
Wednesday, September 4 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Fountain Plaza outside the Nebraska Union
Going Global at Nebraska – First Year Open House
Enhance your academic experience at Nebraska by participating in study, internship, research, or service learning abroad. With many unique programs in over 70 countries, students have the opportunity to find the perfect fit for their individual academic, personal, and professional goals, as well as their budget. Attend to learn about program options, funding opportunities and how to get started!
Wednesday, September 4 from 3:00-5:00 pm
Plaza north of the Adele Hall Learning Commons
Gilman Scholarship Information Sessions
Wednesday, September 4 at 3:30 pm
Thursday, September 5 at 3:30 pm
Nebraska Union Platte River North (Colonial B)
The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship is a grant program that enables Pell-eligible students to study or intern abroad. Awards of up to $5,000 for study abroad program expenses (airfare, tuition, room and board, etc) are offered, plus an additional $3,000 for the study of a Critical Need Language. https://www.iie.org/programs/gilman-scholarship-program
Husker Dialogues
Husker Dialogues is designed to introduce first-year students to tools they can use to engage in meaningful conversations to help create an inclusive Husker community. Several students will share their personal stories from campus experiences. Following the performances, all students will participate in small group discussions. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m.
Thursday, September 5 at 7:00 pm
Devaney Sports Center
Pre-Health Orientation
Tuesday, September 10 from 4:00-5:00 pm
Wednesday, September 11 from 4:00-5:00 pm
Nebraska Union Platte River South (Colonial A)
For new Pre-Health students, this session will cover Pre-Health basics and discuss course planning, entrance exams, co-curricular activities, and more. Attend the session that fits your schedule best.
CAS Inquire Lecture Series
Guy Reynolds: Dystopian Novels and Films/English
This year’s theme is The Rise of the Machines. The lecture series serves as a touchstone for the college, giving students, staff and faculty a focal point and shared topic for conversations and further inquiry. https://cas.unl.edu/cas-inquire
Tuesday, September 10 from 5:30-6:30 pm
Nebraska Union Auditorium