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The first-year student service event Urban Plunge features opportunities for more than 200 Huskers to help local nonprofit orgs with yard work, serving meals to participants, and sorting donations. The event will happen from 9 to 11 a.m. August 19, 2022.
The university will continue to offer (with minor changes) free, saliva-based COVID-19 testing this fall. All testing is voluntary and available to any member of the campus community who is symptomatic or may have been exposed to the virus. No appointments, just an NCard will be required.
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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.
New this fall, Counseling and Psychological Services is offering online scheduling for students seeking an initial evaluation appointment. To schedule an appointment, students are encouraged to go online the morning of the same day they’d like to meet with a provider.
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Only two weeks remain until the fall semester begins on August 22, 2022. Here are some things you can do in the coming days to jump-start your return to campus, minimize delays, and prepare for a strong academic year start.
Big Red Welcome's Goosechase Challenge. Connect, Share, & Win.
Recognized Student Organizations interested in hosting a booth at the student tailgate on Meier Commons during home football games in September need to sign up now. It’s free to participate! Tents, music and food will be provided.
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln community has the opportunity to take a bold step and become a Husker Dialogues volunteer. The Husker Dialogues planning committee seeks student leaders, faculty, and staff to serve in various roles to help make the program a success. Continue reading…
As you come back for the fall semester, you may notice a few changes around campus. Keep reading for a few things that have been in the works while you were away.
Residence hall students can furnish their Husker Homes with items from the University Bookstore and support the Residence Hall Association. Continue reading…
Summer 2022 commencement at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln will feature a combined graduate and undergraduate ceremony Aug. 13 at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
The live music concert series is free and open to the public, featuring bluegrass bands from the Appalachian regions, Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, and Lincoln-based groups. The first concert is 6 p.m. Aug. 10.
Plan to attend the last session of the summer when you'll find entertainment, vendors, learning and more.