Give Back: 4 ways to volunteer in 50 days

A student install small American flags in the Meier Commons at sunrise for the 9/11 Day memorials.
A student install small American flags in the Meier Commons at sunrise for the 9/11 Day memorials.

September 10, 11, 16, 17: Commemorate 9/11 Day with a stadium stair climb, volunteer projects, and flag placing

This week marks the 25th anniversary of September 11 and Huskers are encouraged to commemorate through acts of service and remembrance. Continue reading for a list of campus events and outreach projects, to help transform this date into America's Day of Doing Good.

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/9-11-day
 
University of Nebraska-Lincoln student volunteers sort hygiene supplies at a nonprofit organization.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln student volunteers sort hygiene supplies at a nonprofit organization.

Engage Lincoln has 6 additional volunteer opportunities later this month, Sept 21-30

Choose to help at the Food Bank of Lincoln, the People City Mission, or four other local nonprofits. The monthly Engage Lincoln is organized specifically for Huskers to volunteer together for a couple of hours each time. Registration is required, yet everything is coordinated for you.

More details at: https://go.unl.edu/engage-lnk
 
Originally published September 8, 2026 - Submit an Item