All events are in Central time unless specified.

Thursday, February 29

Film - Series

2024 Oscar Nominated Short Films

Ross Movie

Recurring Date Info:
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All Day
Location: Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center-Van Brunt Visitors Center Room: Ross Theaters (123 & 124) Target Audiences:
Showing at The Ross February 16-29. Visit www.theross.org for tickets, show times, and more information. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your annual chance to see the best short films of the …
This event originated in The Ross.
Other

Husker Suit-Up

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12:00 am – 11:55 pm
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The Husker Suit-Up event, hosted by JCPenney and UNL Career Services, allows students the opportunity to build their professional wardrobe with discounts on career and dress apparel.
This event originated in Career Services.
Film - Feature

The Taste of Things

Ross Movie

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All Day
Location: Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center-Van Brunt Visitors Center Room: Ross Theaters (123 & 124) Target Audiences:
Showing at The Ross July 21-August 3. Visit www.theross.org for tickets, show times, and more information. Through the art of gourmet food, chef Dodin (Benoît Magimel) expresses his love for cook Eugénie (Juliette Binoche), in this tender and …
This event originated in The Ross.
Activity

Leap Day in Dining Services

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6:45 am – 8:00 pm
Location: Willa Cather Dining Complex Target Audiences:
An extra day to eat great food!
This event originated in Dining Services.
Art Exhibition

Shooting the Night Sky, An Art Exhibition

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8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Location: Nebraska Innovation Campus, 2nd Floor Link Target Audiences:
“Shooting the Night Sky” is an art exhibit by Brad Severa featuring astrophotography images captured in Nebraska over the years. Most of the images were processed at Nebraska Innovation Studio using the latest stacking software, as well as, …
This event originated in NIC Events Calendar.
Information Session

CEHS International Student Teaching Prep Booth

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9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall Room: 1st Floor Hallway Target Audiences:
Stop by the prep booth for CEHS International Student Teaching and learn more about the program!
This event originated in Global Experiences.
Information Session

Peace Corps Prep Booth

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9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall Room: 1st Floor Hallway Target Audiences:
The Peace Corps, a U.S. federal agency, brings together skilled, committed Volunteers with welcoming host communities for 27-month service opportunities in more than 60 countries. Volunteers live and work side by side with community members on …
This event originated in Global Experiences.
Seminar

Science and Technology Centers Seminar and Luncheon

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10:30 am – 1:30 pm
Location: Nebraska Union Room: Platte River Room
Please join the Office of Research and Economic Development for a seminar focused on the following National Science Foundation (NSF) program: Science and Technology Centers: Integrative Partnerships (STC), https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/
Seminar

Agronomy and Horticulture Seminar – Ajay Nair

Sustainable vegetable production from the land of corn and hogs

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11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Keim Hall Room: 150 Target Audiences:
Ajay Nair - Professor and Extension Vegetable Specialist, Iowa State University. This seminar will focus on research conducted in the area of sustainable vegetable production and will provide a quick snapshot of the agriculture industry in Iowa. …
This event originated in Agronomy and Horticulture.
Webinar

Young Tree Pruning for Homeowners and Novices

Young Tree Pruning

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12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Virtual Location: Zoom
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Learn the basics - the when, why and how of pruning young and newly planted trees to help them get off to a good start. Instructor: Justin Evertson, Nebraska Forest Service.
This event originated in NFS Community Forestry.
Webinar

NUFlex Benefits Enrollment Overview

For new employees and newly benefits-eligible employees

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2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Virtual Location: Benefits Zoom
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Overview of available benefits for new employees and newly benefits-eligible employees at the University of Nebraska. Attendees will be able to ask questions specific to their situation that will allow them to make the best choice before enrolling …
This event originated in Human Resources.
Information Session

Huskers Abroad 101

TAKE THE FIRST STEPS TOWARDS STARTING YOUR GLOBAL EXPERIENCE!

Recurring Date Info:
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3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: Louise Pound Hall Room: 25
Join Global Experiences for a 30-minute interactive workshop to help you start planning your global experience. During the workshop, we’ll discuss global experience types, funding, the timeline for planning your experience, and thinking through …
This event originated in Global Experiences.
Fair

Pre-Health Opportunities Info Fair

Get connected with pre-health opportunities for shadowing, volunteering, research and patient contact hours!

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3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Location: Nebraska Union Room: Regency Suite Target Audiences:
Are you a Pre-Health student looking for more experience in healthcare, or wanting to boost your professional school application during your time at UNL? Join us at the Pre-Health Opportunities Info Fair on Thursday, February 29, from 3:00-4:30PM to …
Information Session

Pre-Health Opportunities Info Fair

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3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Location: Nebraska Union Room: Regency Suite Target Audiences:
Are you a Pre-Health student looking for more experience in health care, or wanting to boost your professional school application during your time at UNL? Join us at the Pre-Health Opportunities Info Fair on Thursday, February 29, from 3:00-4:30PM to …
This event originated in CAS Career Development.
Information Session

Australia Education Abroad Informational Meeting

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5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: Hardin Hall Room: 901 South Target Audiences:
Two informational meetings are planned for the Australia Education Abroad program 2025 Winter Interim. The dates, times, and locations are:
This event originated in School of Natural Resources.
Program

First Gen RSO: ‘Unlikely’ Documentary and Discussion

Unlikely investigates America’s college dropout crisis and the barriers students face in their pursuit of a college degree and meaningful career.

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5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
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Join the First Gen RSO for a screening of the “Unlikely” documentary followed by discussion.
This event originated in First Generation Nebraska .
Film - Documentary

“A Towering Task: The Story of the Peace Corps” Film Screening

Peace Corps Week 2024

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5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Nebraska Union Room: Swanson Auditorium Target Audiences:
During Peace Corps Week 2024 (and on Leap Day!) join the Global Experiences Office, the School of Global Integrative Studies, and the Forsythe Family Program on Human Rights and Humanitarian Affairs for a screening of the documentary “A Towering …
This event originated in Global Experiences.
Activity

Gender and Sexuality Trivia Night

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5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Massengale Residential Center Room: Multipurpose Room Target Audiences:
A FREE trivia night to test your knowledge on different topics related to gender and sexuality. Compete as an individual or bring a group of friends for a team. Snacks will be provided, as well as prizes for the winner(s).
This event originated in Gender and Sexuality Center.
Performing Arts - Theater

Nebraska Repertory Theatre Presents “The Flick”

Directed by Jamie Bullins. February 29 - March 9

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7:30 pm
Location: Temple Building Room: Studio Theatre Target Audiences:
“The Flick” by Annie Baker is a Pulitzer Prize-winning play that intimately captures the lives of three underpaid employees working at a run-down movie theater in Massachusetts. Through quiet moments, awkward interactions, and profound silences, …
This event originated in Nebraska Repertory Theatre.
Performing Arts - Musical Theatre

Shrek: the Musical

Five performances!

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7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Location: Lied Center for Performing Arts Room: Main Stage Target Audiences:
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Yes, your favorite …
This event originated in Lied Center for Performing Arts.