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Jenny Dauer, assistant professor of natural resources, speaks with a student about a decision-making exercise. Dauer's forthcoming research is on using the decision-making model to teach scientific literacy. | Greg Nathan, University Communication file p

Dauer earns NSF grant to assess science and decision-making course

A nearly $300,000 National Science Foundation grant will help Jenny Dauer, SNR science literacy professor, develop assessments and hone a foundational science course that focuses on teaching students science and decision-making skills. Continue reading…

Husker scientists aim to boost Arctic's resilience

With one of the first grants from a new collaboration-intensive National Science Foundation program, University of Nebraska-Lincoln scientists from the School of Natural Resources will lead efforts to develop a highly interdisciplinary approach for managing rapid change in the Arctic.
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SNR, Water for Food partner for “Rancher, Farmer, Fisherman” movie night

“Rancher, Farmer, Fisherman” will kick off the School of Natural Resource’s fall documentary series at 7 p.m. Sept. 7 at Hardin Hall Auditorium, 3310 Holdrege St., Lincoln. The free event is open to the public.
The event is co-sponsored by the SNR Community Engagement Committee and Water for Food. Continue reading…

African Inspiration: Reflections on study abroad to Botswana

Bethany Hollman, SNR Fish & Wildlife major, shares her reflections on studying abroad in Botswana this past summer: "Some lessons in life are owned by the inspirational poster market with quotes such as 'Believe in yourself,' 'Don’t worry, Be happy,' or 'Dance like no one is watching'." Continue reading…

Office of Sustainability presents first inaugural Sustainability Summit

The Office of Sustainability is excited to announce the first annual Sustainability Summit at 3 p.m. Wednesday Sept. 6 in the Nebraska Union. Register at the link below to receive a free reusable water bottle & grocery bag. Continue reading…

More details at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScC1SGsBruw7b2pWPsu412FGA1q-UUg-dXq0rMRtV_J4zoN3w/viewform

Registration open for 9/11 National Day of Service

Registration is open for a 9/11 National Day of Service on Sept. 10, an event hosted by the Center for Civic Engagement. Continue reading…

More details at: http://engage.unl.edu/

Wear red, be clear: Husker fans urged to prepare for new bag policy

To minimize inconveniences, fans attending the Husker football home opener Sept. 2 should prepare for a major change to Memorial Stadium's bag policy. Nebraska Athletics has implemented a clear bag policy for all ticketed sporting events to ensure a safe and enjoyable game experience for all. Continue reading…

More details at: http://www.huskers.com/

Country artists Corbin, Eden to perform homecoming concert

Country artists Easton Corbin and Brooke Eden will perform at 8 p.m. Sept. 21 on the East Campus Mall for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's free homecoming concert. Continue reading…

More details at: http://involved.unl.edu/si-events

Originally published August 29, 2017 - Submit an Item