We hope the transition to college/a new semester is going well. Remember there are academic resources and mental health support here for you!
Academic Resources, https://cas.unl.edu/academic-resources
Counseling Services, https://caps.unl.edu/
Have advising questions?
Advising Appts: https://go.unl.edu/schedulewithkristin
Drop-ins: https://cas.unl.edu/drop-in-advising-schedule
Dec 11-15, Finals week! Confirm finals locations/times in course syllabi and here, https://registrar.unl.edu/academic-calendar/final-exam/
Dec 22-Jan 1, UNL offices closed
Jan 2-19, Spring Pre-Session
Jan 22, Spring Semester Begins
Meet KJ Ellison, junior (but graduating in spring) global studies major from Omaha. KJ spent a semester in Japan, immersing herself in the language and culture and really improved her Japanese proficiency. She's a bit fan of Spiderman: Across the Spider-verse because it's an artistic masterpiece. Continue reading…
Our Global Cafe: Coffee with a Diplomat is back this fall. We are excited to welcome Sara Stealy, Diplomat in Residence. Ms. Stealy has served as a foreign service officer in Lithuania, Ghana, Latvia and Zambia. She will talk about internship and career opportunities with U.S. Department of State. Continue reading…
Get a full ride to study Arabic and Middle East Studies at the American University in Dubai. In addition to tuition, the scholarship will also cover accommodation. Spring application is due October 15. Continue reading…
The current state of many social-ecological systems can be characterized as both unsustainable in the long-run, yet resilient to change. This talk integrates perspectives from geospatial data science, environmental governance, and complexity science to envision pathways to more sustainable futures. Continue reading…
Join fellow Huskers to network with local nonprofit organizations during the week of Sept. 11 - 15 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. located in the Nebraska Union across from the N-Card Office. Students can learn about industries, internships, and volunteer positions.
Featured nonprofits:
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We train equity-driven people from every academic major, occupation, and background to teach or tutor in underserved schools. Continue reading…
The Micro-Internship & Mentoring Program is dedicated to providing paid internship opportunities to First Generation and underrepresented students. All students will be considered. Experiences are 8-12 weeks with up to 15 hours per week and in person.
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You will learn: How China's unique system works and the underlying dynamics driving the US-China economic relationship. The course is designed to provide you with a critical framework for making sense of unfolding developments in the bilateral relationship and their connection to wider global issues Continue reading…
Spend a month camping in the South Africa bush learning about the national history of the bushveld. The Makuleke Concession of Kruger National Park represents the diversity of modern conservation issues in Africa with enormous numbers of wildlife that conflict with local villages and agriculture. Continue reading…
Legislative Pages are selected in the fall each year to work for the upcoming legislative session, beginning the following January. Pages respond to senators’ request lights on the legislative floor. They run errands, deliver messages, photocopy materials, get food and drink for the senators, assist Continue reading…
First for Fall - 9.18.2023 | 7PM | Lied Center for Performing Arts
Using stunning maps and visuals, Khanna’s talk will address mobility as a
recurring feature of human civilization. As climate changes, economies collapse,
governments destabilize, and technology disrupts, Khanna forecasts a new
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Interested in studying or interning abroad, but not sure how you’ll fund it? The Gilman Scholarship Program provides awards of up to $5,000 for students receiving Pell Grants to study or intern abroad on credit-bearing programs. Come to this info session to learn more.
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The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program enables students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad. Earn up to $5,000 for a study abroad program. If you study a critical language you can earn up to $8,000. Continue reading…
More details at: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/
Get started on your application for the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is a fully funded intensive overseas language and cultural immersion program for American students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities. Reach out to Dr. Emira Ibrahimpasic via emira@unl.edu to get started. Continue reading…
Join students in ANTH 292: Stitching Culture: U.S.-Japan Quilt Exhibit Collaborative for the grand opening of an exhibit they curated at the International Quilt Museum. “Stitching and Sharing Culture: Molas from Panama’s Guna People” opening reception is Friday, September 15th 4:30-6PM. Continue reading…
Senshu University Matsudo Junior High School needs two (2) English-speaking interns every Fall and Spring for their intensive English courses. Interns are expected to present their own culture to the students and actively assist teaching staff. No Japanese language needed. Continue reading…
More details at: https://unl-global-experiences.via-trm.com/program_brochure/18597
My name is Faith Rothenberger and I work at BranchPattern here in Omaha, and am on the leadership team for the Nebraska Carbon Leadership Forum. Our group thus far has been comprised of mostly Professionals in the construction industry, and academic leaders in and around Lincoln and Omaha areas. Continue reading…
Check out UNL's Adventure Trips and Clinics!
https://crec.unl.edu/activities/adventure-trips
Test your entrepreneurial creativity, meet new friends, learn from founders, and solve a problem. This challenge is open to all Nebraska students and will be held from 5-8pm on September 21 & 25, 2023.
Outdoor equipment is available for rent for students, members, and the public. All equipment is picked up from the Outdoor Adventures Center.
More info, https://crec.unl.edu/activities/0-outdoor-gear-rentals
• 5pm, HLH 315
• First 15 students to register and attend will receive a free copy of the book
• Meet and greet with author Jane Plitt on November 15