SGIS Week 13 Newsletter

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Week 13: Withdrawal Deadline

This Friday, April 18th is the last day to withdraw from a class. It's always a good idea to talk with your instructor, advisor, and Husker Hub before making the decision to withdraw from a course. Please reach out to Kristin to ask questions and talk through the best decision.

 
Public Talk: Global Japan, Global Foods
Public Talk: Global Japan, Global Foods

Public Talk: Global Japan, Global Foods

Chris Heselton will be doing a public lecture on Friday, April 18 1:30-2:30 in the Heritage Room at the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center on Japanese cuisine, entitled “Global Japan, Global Foods: How Globalization, Empire, & Industrialization Shaped Modern Japanese Cuisine.”

 
Event Update: Colloquium with Dr. Cullen Dunn – Rescheduled!
Event Update: Colloquium with Dr. Cullen Dunn – Rescheduled!

Event Update: Colloquium with Dr. Cullen Dunn – Rescheduled!

We’re excited to announce that Dr. Cullen Dunn's highly anticipated colloquium has been rescheduled! Join us on Friday, April 18th from 4-5 PM in the Chimney Rock Room at the Union.

Dr. Dunn will lead a discussion on how the refugee system is interconnected with the global capitalist system. Continue reading…

 
NE Appleseed Power of Participation Seminar
NE Appleseed Power of Participation Seminar

NE Appleseed Power of Participation Seminar- April 22nd

My name is Sara Al-Rishawi, a senior at UNL and intern with Nebraska Appleseed. Along with the UNL NAACP and ASUN, we’re hosting a Power of Participation seminar on Tuesday, April 22nd, from 6-8pm in the OASIS Lounge. This interactive session will explore the impact of civic participation Continue reading…

 
Healthcare Workers in Crisis & Our Response
Healthcare Workers in Crisis & Our Response

Healthcare Workers in Crisis & Our Response

We are honored to welcome Wilhelmi Massay, an ICU nurse from Omaha, who has recently returned from his medical mission in Gaza. He is passionate about sharing his experiences treating wounded Palestinian civilians, specifically children. Continue reading…

 
Just-in-Time Fair
Just-in-Time Fair

Just-in-Time Fair

This fair provides students an opportunity to meet with employers for internships and jobs before the semester ends. Open to students of all majors and degree levels to connect with a variety of employers in a casual fair environment. April 24th, 2-4pm, Nebraska Union

 
SWANA Festival!
SWANA Festival!

SWANA Festival!

Join us on April 17th, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM, at Union Plaza for an unforgettable celebration of Southwest Asian and North African cultures. This event is free for all students with their event pass, and open to the community for an evening of art, entertainment, and cultural appreciation. Continue reading…

 
Language and Society - Korean Course
Language and Society - Korean Course

Language and Society - Korean Course

UNL is receiving this Korean Studies course from the University of Minnesota and the University of Iowa through the BTAA e-school for Korean Studies. This course can be used towards Region for Global Studies students. Enroll in UNL credit, MODL 391-981.

 
Cultural Fusion
Cultural Fusion

Cultural Fusion - Korean Course

UNL is receiving this Korean Studies course from the University of Minnesota and the University of Iowa through the BTAA e-school for Korean Studies. This course can be used towards Region for Global Studies students. Enroll in UNL credit, MODL 391-982.

 
ANTH 497
ANTH 497

Summer Field School

Looking for hands on archeological experience close to Lincoln? ANTH 497 will be offered in the 3 week session this summer. If you are interested in registration, please bring $175 payment made out to SGIS to Oldfather 816. We can then issue you a permission code to enroll.

 
Originally published April 14, 2025 - Submit an Item