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Thursday, August 22

Activity

Husker Student POWER Challenge Presented by Follett

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12:00 am – 11:55 pm
Virtual Location: Goosechase
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A virtual “scavenger hunt” for everyone! Join your Husker community by participating in the Husker Student POWER Goosechase Challenge presented by Follett - Nebraska’s Campus Store.
This event originated in Big Red Welcome.
Art Exhibition

Kinzee Hillis art exhibition

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7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Location: Nebraska East Union Room: Loft Gallery (on 3rd floor) Target Audiences:
Lincoln-based artist Kinzee Hillis specializes in acrylic paint while emphasizing texture and color.
This event originated in Nebraska Unions.
Exhibition

Artificial Archivist: ChatGPT as Curator

The Birth of Nebraska’s Unicameral Legislature: A Singular Solution for Representative Government

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8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Love Library South Room: Lower Level Target Audiences:
You are invited to visit and engage with the latest exhibit-within-an-exhibit of Archives & Special Collections located in the lower level of Love Library South.
This event originated in Libraries.
Art Exhibition

Monos in Oil art exhibition

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8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Location: Nebraska Innovation Campus, 2nd Floor Link Target Audiences:
Monos in Oil is a captivating collection of monoprints created with oil paint and glass panes. The series features a diverse range of subject matter, from musicians to abstract portraits.
This event originated in NIC Events Calendar.
Activity

Urban Plunge: First year Student Service Project

BIG RED WELCOME SIGNATURE EVENT

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8:30 am – 11:30 am
Location: Nebraska Union Room: Meet Near the Broyhill Fountain
An opportunity for first-year students to engage in a morning of service and to explore the potential ways they can use their skills to make a positive impact in our community. Urban Plunge supports and cultivates a spirit of engagement and service …
Activity

Commuter Student Connect for Class Routes Tours

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10:00 am – 11:00 am
Location: Nebraska Union Target Audiences:
If you are a commuter student and planning to attend class routes tours, come meet up with us and attend with fellow commuter students. We’ll meet by the Nebraska Union Starbucks on City Campus.
This event originated in Big Red Welcome.
Activity

Downtown Walking Tour

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10:00 am – 11:30 am
Location: Nebraska Union Target Audiences:
Join in on a walking tour of downtown Lincoln led by current students. We’ll meet by the Nebraska Union Starbucks on City Campus.
This event originated in Big Red Welcome.
Activity

Mapping Your Class Routes Tour

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10:00 am – 11:00 am
Location: Nebraska Union Target Audiences:
Join orientation leaders for a fun tour through City Campus to begin feeling at home on campus. You’ll familiarize yourself with campus buildings and resources while getting to know classmates. Be sure to bring an electronic version of your fall- …
This event originated in Big Red Welcome.
Activity

Transfer Student Connect for Downtown Walking Tour

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10:00 am – 11:30 am
Location: Nebraska Union Target Audiences:
If you’re a transfer student looking to learn more about your new community, come join us for a walking tour of downtown Lincoln. See all that downtown has to offer while getting to know other transfer students.
This event originated in Big Red Welcome.
Activity

Mapping Your Class Routes Tour

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12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Location: Nebraska Union Target Audiences:
Join orientation leaders for a fun tour through City Campus to begin feeling at home on campus. You’ll familiarize yourself with campus buildings and resources while getting to know classmates. Be sure to bring an electronic version of your fall- …
This event originated in Big Red Welcome.
Special Event

CEHS Global Experiences Q&As

Come and learn about CEHS study abroad programs, scholarship opportunities and More!

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2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Location: Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall Room: The Living Room (Ground Floor) Target Audiences:
Come and join us at the CEHS College Welcome! Stop by the CPEH Living Room to meet Sook Young Jun, CEHS Global Experiences Coordinator, and ask questions about CEHS study abroad programs, scholarship information, application deadlines and more! You …
This event originated in CEHS.
Information Session

CEHS Global Experiences Q&As

Come and learn about CEHS study abroad programs, scholarship opportunities and More!

Date:
Time:
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Location: Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall Room: The Living Room (Ground Floor) Target Audiences:
Come and join us at the CEHS College Welcome! Stop by the CPEH Living Room to meet Sook Young Jun, CEHS Global Experiences Coordinator, and ask questions about CEHS study abroad programs, scholarship information, application deadlines and more! You …
This event originated in Global Experiences.
Special Event

College Welcome: College of Education and Human Sciences

BIG RED WELCOME SIGNATURE EVENT

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2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Location: Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall Room: Living Room - Ground Floor Target Audiences:
Stop by the CPEH Living Room to meet other new to CEHS students, connect with student support staff, pick up some CEHS swag, and enjoy some ice cream.
This event originated in CEHS.
Webinar

NUFlex Benefits Enrollment Overview

For new employees and newly benefits-eligible employees

Recurring Date Info:
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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.
Tour/Open House

Tour Love Library

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2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Love Library South Room: First Floor Lobby Target Audiences:
Staff will lead small groups through popular study spaces and provide an overview of the services and resources available to help you succeed. Designed for all levels - undergraduate, graduate, international and transfer students are welcome.
This event originated in Libraries.
Special Event

College of Business New Student Kickoff

Big Red Welcome signature event

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2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: College of Business - Howard L. Hawks Hall Room: HLH 002 Target Audiences:
Celebrate the new school year at the College of Business New Student Kickoff, followed by the eighth annual Back to School Bash on Thursday, August 22, at 2:30 p.m. at Howard L. Hawks Hall at 730 N. 14th Street (14th & Vine Streets). The kickoff …
This event originated in College of Business.
Tour/Open House

College of Business New Student Kickoff

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2:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Location: College of Business - Howard L. Hawks Hall Room: 002 Target Audiences:
New students, including first-year and transfer students, are invited to join us for the Fall 2024 New Business Student Kickoff on Thursday, August 22, at 2:30 p.m. in the Ostergard Auditorium, Howard L. Hawks Hall.
This event originated in College of Business.
Special Event

College Welcome Programs

BIG RED WELCOME SIGNATURE EVENT

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Starts at 2:30 pm
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Each college and advising center will be hosting an official welcome celebration during this timeframe. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with faculty, staff, and other new students within your academic college.
This event originated in Big Red Welcome.
Activity

College Welcome: College of Arts and Sciences

Big Red Welcome Signature Event

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2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Target Audiences:
Calling all NEW CAS students!
This event originated in College of Arts and Sciences.
Special Event

College Welcome: College of Public Affairs and Community Service

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2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Nebraska Union Room: Heritage Room (2nd Floor) Target Audiences:
Connect with your classmates and college while celebrating the start of the school year.
Tour/Open House

COLLEGE WELCOME: Explore Center

BIG RED WELCOME SIGNATURE EVENT

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2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Love Library North & Link Room: Under the link Target Audiences:
Are you an incoming Explore Center student? Come and join the Explore Center Kickoff to grab a t-shirt, see where the Explore Center is located, and learn more about our workshops and events.
Social Event

Hixson-Lied College Student Welcome Back Picnic

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2:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: Greenspace north of Woods Art Building Target Audiences:
The Hixson-Lied College Student Welcome Back Picnic will be held on Thursday, Aug. 22 from 4-6 p.m. in the green space north of Woods Art Building.
This event originated in Fine and Performing Arts.
Film - Documentary

Made in England: The Films of Powell and Pressburger

Ross Movie

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Starts at 4:30 pm
Location: Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center-Van Brunt Visitors Center Room: Ross Theaters (123 & 124) Target Audiences:
Showing at The Ross August 9-22. Visit theross.org for tickets, show times, and more information. Presented and narrated by Martin Scorsese, MADE IN ENGLAND is a captivating journey through the visionary work of British filmmakers Michael Powell and …
This event originated in The Ross.
Activity

Yoga Group Fitness

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5:00 pm – 5:50 pm
Location: Campus Recreation Center Room: Fitness Studio Target Audiences:
Break a sweat, stretch your muscles, and find your zen with these specialty offerings from Campus Recreations. Pre-register for a spot at this FREE event at
This event originated in Campus Recreation.
Activity

Bowling at Husker Bowling Center

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7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location: Nebraska East Union Target Audiences:
*Spare* yourself the stress of finding something to do after a big week of moving in, and join us for a round of FREE bowling at the Husker Bowling Center! Located on the 1st Floor of the Nebraska East Union, the Husker Bowling Center is a six-lane …
This event originated in Big Red Welcome.
Sport - Intercollegiate - Soccer

Nebraska Soccer vs. Duke

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Starts at 7:05 pm
Location: Barbara Hibner Soccer Stadium Target Audiences:
Watch the Nebraska Women’s Soccer team take on the Duke Blue Devils! Show your Student ID to receive a Free Husker Soccer shirt while supplies lasts!
This event originated in Nebraska Soccer.
Social Event

Massengale Block Party

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8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Location: Massengale Residential Center Room: Events will be held in Massengale multi-purpose room and outside the building. Target Audiences:
Join us in the Massengale Residential Center’s multi-purpose room and outdoor courtyard for activities, games and friendship. Students are sure to have a memorable time getting to know fellow residents and participate in a few East Campus traditions.
This event originated in Residence Life.
Activity

Suites-Courtyards Block Party

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8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Location: 17th Street Green Space Target Audiences:
Come enjoy the Suites/Courtyards Block Party! This event will include volleyball and basketball on the courts north of the Suites, yard games (Kan Jam, Cornhole, Giant Jenga, Giant Yahtzee, ladder golf) on the 17th Street Green Space, and crafts, …
This event originated in Residence Life.