On a crisp January afternoon, Trish Freeman and John Carroll traveled to Everett "Buzz" Madson's home in Omaha where dozens of glass cases sat idle in a packed basement. The treasures behind the glass – long hidden from outsiders – were revealed. "Immediately we were blown away," Carroll said. Continue reading…
The information provided in this announcement is tailored and geared toward all SNR students. Whether it's important datas, job/internship postings or other helpful info, students can find news essential to their success. Faculty are welcome to read and share this information accordingly. Continue reading…
Dave Gosselin, professor of Earth science and director of UNL's environmental studies program, has received the Omtvedt Innovation Award, which recognizes exceptional service for innovative research and teaching. Continue reading…
Lesley-Ann Dupigny-Giroux, professor of climatology at the University of Vermont and the Vermont state climatologist, will present "Communicating Science: Making it Relevant to Your Audience" at 3:30 p.m., Sept. 18 in the Hardin Hall auditorium (room 107). Continue reading…
The College of Dentistry is hosting a bone marrow cheek swab drive from noon to 3:00 p.m., Sept. 19. The drive, which is open to the public, is in Dixon Auditorium in the College of Dentistry on East Campus. A cancer diagnosis for dental student Colin Hays is the impetus for the drive. Continue reading…
While it's important to avoid over-punctuating, be sure to include commas where they are essential for a sentence to be grammatically correct. Continue reading…
A new UNL video series is offering a fun exploration of obvious facts while delivering emergency preparedness reminders to campus. Continue reading…
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ELP accepts freshmen and sophomores interested in being campus leaders through environmental efforts and community engagement. Members organize events, write new bills and policies, interact with community leaders and raise awareness for sustainability issues. Apply by Sept. 19.
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SNR will host an Environmental Characterization Workshop from Sept. 16-18 in Hardin Hall on UNL's East Campus and at the Mead Agricultural and Research Development Center. Continue reading…
Statues honoring four Nebraskans who made lasting, national impacts on agriculture and natural resources have come to UNL's East Campus. Continue reading…
We would like to welcome those new to SNR, say farewell to those who are leaving and congratulate those with birthdays in September. Continue reading…
The green energy movement has changed the face of the Great Plains — dotting its hillsides with windmills and adorning its buildings with solar panels. Continue reading…
UNL's Speakers Bureau enters its 20th year in 2014-15 with 21 speakers and several topics from which to choose. This free service connects faculty and other university experts with Nebraska citizens who want knowledgeable, interesting speakers on a variety of topics.
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Rural Nebraskans' optimism seems to be up a bit, according to the 2014 Nebraska Rural Poll. Fifty percent of poll respondents said they were better off this year than five years ago, up from 42 percent last year. Only 17 percent said they were worse off, compared to 26 percent in 2013. Continue reading…
"Of Chance and Necessity: Novel Fungal-Algal Mutualisms Created by Niche Engineering," will be presented by Erik Hom of the University of Mississippi at 4 p.m., Sept. 17 in E103 Beadle Center. The seminar is free and open to the public. Continue reading…