All events are in Central time unless specified.

Friday, August 29

Activity

Free Week

General Program

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TBD
Location: Campus Recreation Center Target Audiences:
Start building your well-being routine by attending group fitness classes. All group fitness classes are FREE to kick off the semester.
This event originated in Campus Recreation.
Activity

Sunrise and Spin

General Program

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6:00 am – 6:50 am
Location: Recreation and Wellness Center Room: Rooftop Patio Target Audiences:
Enjoy the early morning sun and fresh air during this outdoor cycling class. Sunrise & Spin will involve heart-pumping hills and electric endurance segments at varying speeds and resistance.
This event originated in Campus Recreation.
Other

Lavender Closet Pop-Up

co-sponsored by student culture & community

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8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center Room: Lobby Target Audiences:
Pick out and take home free identity-affirming clothing and accessories to build your wardrobe.
This event originated in Gender and Sexuality Center.
Art Exhibition

Unfold: Exploring the Development of Creative Voice, An Art Exhibition

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8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Location: Nebraska Innovation Campus, 2nd Floor Link Target Audiences:
Curated by Kimberley D’Adamo, Unfold is a creative exhibition by the UNL Art TEAMs (Teaching with Arts & Emerging Media). This exhibit invites viewers to imagine the future of education through the lens of artistic exploration and innovation.
This event originated in NIC Events Calendar.
Class

Agri-Essentials: LLCs for Nebraska Farms and Ranches

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Starts at 9:00 am
Virtual Location: Agri-Essentials
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The Nebraska Women in Agriculture program is proud to announce the launch of a new online course, LLCs for Nebraska Farms and Ranches, available from July 1, 2025 to August 31, 2025. This self-paced course will be housed within the program’s online …
This event originated in Nebraska Women In Agriculture.
Sale

Natural Chicken Compost For Sale

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9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Poultry “F” House Target Audiences:
The poultry group in the Department of Animal Science has natural chicken compost for sale. Sold in 15 lb. bags for $5/bag. Payments must be via check or cash (must be exact change).
This event originated in Animal Science.
Class

Part 107 Remote Pilot Exam Prep Course

One-Day Drone Training from Nebraska Extension

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9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: West Central Research and Extension Center Target Audiences:
This 1-day (8-hour) course prepares students to pass the FAA Part 107 Aeronautical Knowledge Exam required to receive a remote pilot certificate (aka drone license). Covers aviation topics such as regulations, airspace, radio communication, weather …
This event originated in Part 107 Remote Pilot Exam Prep Course.
Information Session

GEO and ISSO Ice Cream Social

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12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Love Library North & Link Room: Cather Gradens (Outside) Target Audiences:
Take a break, meet new friends, and enjoy a sweet treat at the GEO & ISSO Ice Cream Social! Join us on the campus at the Cather Gardens - by the Love Library North (by the statue) for lawn games, plenty of ice cream, and great conversation. While you …
This event originated in Global Experiences.
Social Event

Ice Cream Social

co-sponsored by Graduate Studies and Global Experiences

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12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Love Library South Room: Cather Garden Target Audiences:
We’re kicking off the semester with one of our favorite traditions – the Ice Cream Social! Join the International Student & Scholar Office, Graduate Studies, and Global Experiences for a fun-filled afternoon featuring delicious Dairy Store ice …
Colloquium

IGNITE featuring Kate Beecroft

Writer and Director

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Starts at 12:30 pm
Location: Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts Target Audiences:
Join us for the first Ignite of the semester featuring writer and director Kate Beecroft!
This event originated in IGNITE Colloquium.
Sale

Nebraska Statewide Arboretum plant sale

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12:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Location: Nebraska Statewide Arboretum Greenhouse Target Audiences:
The Nebraska Statewide Arboretum (NSA) will hold a plant sale at its East Campus greenhouses (2150 N. 38th St., Lincoln) on Friday, August 29, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
This event originated in PlantNebraska.
Planetarium Show

Mueller Planetarium Show

Mexica Archeoastronomy: Between Space and Time

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Starts at 1:00 pm
Location: Morrill Hall Target Audiences:
This feature illustrates the important role played by
Planetarium Show

Mueller Planetarium Show

5000 Eyes: Mapping the Universe with DESI

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Starts at 3:00 pm
Location: Morrill Hall Target Audiences:
The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument’s (DESI) 5000 robots can measure the light from thousands of galaxies and are creating the most detailed map of our universe.
Film - Feature

Sunset Boulevard

Ross Movie

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Starts at 5:00 pm
Location: Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center-Van Brunt Visitors Center Room: Ross Theaters (123 & 124) Target Audiences:
Iconic, darkly comedic, and thrilling, the three-time Oscar®-winning Sunset Boulevard returns to the big screen for its 75th anniversary. Fame isn’t forever—just ask Norma Desmond. Once a Hollywood legend, now a forgotten relic, she refuses to …
This event originated in The Ross.
Film - Feature

East of Wall

Ross Movie

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Starts at 5:10 pm
Location: Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center-Van Brunt Visitors Center Room: Ross Theaters (123 & 124) Target Audiences:
Showing at The Ross August 29-September 11. Visit theross.org for tickets, show times, and more information. EAST OF WALL is an authentic portrait of female resilience in the ‘New West’ inspired and played by the women and girls who live it. Set …
This event originated in The Ross.
Social Event

Big Red Lied Experience

ft. MXMTOON

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Starts at 6:30 pm
Location: Lied Center for Performing Arts Target Audiences:
A huge open-air outdoor street concert and festival is put on in collaboration with the University Program Council for students to cap off the fall semester’s first week.
This event originated in Lied Center for Performing Arts.