In a campus-wide email on Aug. 6, Green announced policies encompassing use of personal protection, vaccinations and required re-entry testing. Green noted that the university is working closely with the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department to monitor COVID-19 cases in the community, and ...
More details at: https://news.unl.edu/newsrooms/today/article/chancellor-outlines-covid-19-protocols-for-fall-semester/
At the directive of county health officials, one round of saliva-based testing will be required between Aug. 15 and 22 for all students, faculty and staff who will be on Lincoln campuses, regardless of vaccination status. Tests may be scheduled through the Safer Community App or the online portal.
More details at: https://covid19.unl.edu/fall-2021-campus
Vaccination is one of the most effective tools to protect yourself and our Husker community. As the semester begins, the university is providing a number of opportunities for students, faculty and staff to get a COVID-19 vaccination.
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Here are the things you should be doing this week so you are ready for a strong start to the academic year on August 23, 2021.
More details at: https://studentaffairs.unl.edu/news/back-school-countdown-only-2-weeks-go-do-these-5-things-now
There's a good chance you never go anywhere without your smartphone and that you use apps for everything from managing your money to listening to music and ordering meals. Here's a list of the apps every Husker needs right now to navigate campus life and have a successful start to the semester.
More details at: https://studentaffairs.unl.edu/news/7-apps-you-need-fall-semester
Students and their families and get assistance with class registration, transcripts, enrollment verification, student bills, FAFSA, scholarships, grants, student/parent loans, and work-study as you plan the path toward graduation. Continue reading…
Big Red Welcome stretches across the first six weeks of school with dozens of varied events for all sorts of engaging experiences. Check out these crowd-pleasing activities that all occur before the first day of fall semester classes.
More details at: https://studentaffairs.unl.edu/news/put-these-10-cant-miss-big-red-welcome-events-your-calendar
30 energetic returning Husker students are needed as assistants for PLAYFAIR, the kickoff event for Big Red Welcome 2021. Assistants will receive training from an expert Playfair facilitator, a t-shirt and pizza. Here's the details and link to signup before 5 p.m. Aug 16. Continue reading…
College can seem expensive, yet it doesn’t have to break the bank. There are many ways to save money while you're a student. Try these tips to set yourself up for financial success throughout your college career.
More details at: https://studentaffairs.unl.edu/news/9-tips-saving-money-college
As a New Student Enrollment leader, Luiza has the inside scoop on all things campus. For the new school year, she's sharing tips for our new and returning Huskers.
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More details at: https://medium.com/university-of-nebraska-lincoln/meet-a-husker-luiza-benvenuti-9cd1df2b112c
Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement is connecting Huskers and RSOs with service opportunities to help the Lincoln community.
Here are four local nonprofits seeking Husker volunteers during the month of August.
More details at: https://studentaffairs.unl.edu/news/husker-volunteer-digest-4-nonprofits-you-can-help-august
Among other weekly vaccination sweepstakes winners, five lucky Huskers each won a $250 shopping spree at the Husker Store in the Nebraska Union. See the items that two winners picked up for themselves in this @unlstudentlife IG Reels.
More details at: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CSH6xvAp5yT/
Pre-orders for the $15 meal kits that feed 4 close 5 days prior to the August 16 and August 30 pickup days. Upcoming menu choices include: Caprese Chicken Pasta; Cajun Shrimp; and Crispy Vegan Potato Tacos. Here's how to place an order.
More details at: https://studentaffairs.unl.edu/news/meal-kit-mondays-return-rec-wellness-center
It’s more than a farmer’s market. Come for the hands-on, science-focused fun. Stay to enjoy live music and food trucks. Tour the Backyard Farmer Gardens, the Dairy Store and arboretum. Purchase locally-grown food from Nebraska producers. Free bowling in the East Union. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | August 14.
More details at: https://discoverydays.unl.edu/
So much fun and entertainment will occur each Friday this semester. 'Fridays in Fall' is a weekly capsule of fun free(ish) student-focused events happening on campus on Friday afternoons and evenings. All students are welcome to attend these events. Check out what's already on the calendar.
More details at: https://go.unl.edu/fridays_in_fall