On a typical Wednesday, Susan Swearer would be in her office in the basement of Teachers College Hall, preparing for classes and perhaps chatting with co-workers. However, on Feb. 29 she was on a Harvard University stage with Lady Gaga, helping launch the pop icon's Born This Way Foundation. Continue reading…
Margaret Jacobs, Chancellor's Professor of History, has been awarded a highly competitive fellowship from the American Council of Learned Societies. The fellowship will support her latest book project, which continues a line of research that in 2010 helped her win a top honor in her field. Continue reading…
Kurt Geisinger, professor of educational psychology, has been appointed to a 28-member commission to craft performance standards for the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation. The commission is a 15-month commitment. Continue reading…
The 11th annual UNL spring research fair is April 4 and 5 in the Nebraska Union. The campuswide gathering is an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to showcase their research and creative activities. Participation in workshops and sessions is also encouraged. Continue reading…
Signe Boudreau, an associate professor and reference coordinator, will discuss tips and tricks to enhance Google searches in a 10:30 a.m., March 6 workshop in Love Library. The presentation is part of the University Libraries’ series of free, weekly workshops for faculty, staff and students. Continue reading…
The Space, Cyber and Telecommunications Law program will offer an online Master of Laws degree to attorneys in the fall. Participants will have up to six semesters to complete degree requirements. Applications are being accepted for the fall semester. Continue reading…
Law professor Colleen Medill will lead a brown bag discussion on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act at noon, March 6 in the College of Law Auditorium. The session is free and open to the public. Continue reading…
Jessie Fernandez, a master's student in UNL's Wilson Research Group, will present " At the Interface: Understanding the Magnaporthe oryzae — Plan Host Interaction at the Molecular Level," at 4 p.m., March 5 in 264 Keim Hall. The seminar is free and open to the public. Continue reading…
A March 20 UNOPA/UAAD workshop will explore how individuals can gain a better perspective on life. The session will be led by MaryAnn Hollingsworth of the National Association of Educational Office Professionals. The workshop is 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., March 20. Registration is due by March 14. Continue reading…