All events are in Central time unless specified.
Cycle Challenge
General Program
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Daily:
–
Date:
TBD
Target Audiences:
How many miles can you spin during the month of October? Join in on this month long challenge.
This event originated in Campus Recreation.
The Muck, the Seeds, the Weeds, the Blossoming: The Journals of Karen Blessen
An Exhibit
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Daily:
–
Date:
Starts at
7:30 am
Location:
Love Library North & Link
Room: The Link
Target Audiences:
The thoughts, life, and creative process of an artist are revealed to the public in The Muck, the Seeds, the Weeds, the Blossoming: The Journals of Karen Blessen, an exhibit that features 24 of Karen Blessen’s journals recently donated to the …
This event originated in Libraries.
Class
Agri-Essentials: QuickBooks Online for Farmers and Ranchers
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Daily:
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Date:
Starts at
9:00 am
Target Audiences:
The Nebraska Women in Agriculture program, in collaboration with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, is proud to announce the launch of a new online course, QuickBooks Online for Farmers and Ranchers, available beginning September 1, 2025. This self-paced …
This event originated in Nebraska Women In Agriculture.
Walk-in Flu Shot Clinic for Students
at the University Health Center
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Daily:
–
Date:
9:00 am –
12:00 pm
Location:
University Health Center and College of Nursing
Room: 240
Target Audiences:
Current UNL students can get their free flu shot by attending a drop-in flu shot clinic, no appointment needed.
This event originated in University Health Center.
Presentation
NRICH: Collaboration and Project Management with Microsoft Tools
Date:
Time:
10:00 am –
11:00 am
Location:
Nebraska Union
Room: Heritage Room
Target Audiences:
Attendees will learn how to do advanced collaboration and project management using the Microsoft tools Teams and Planner. The use case presented will be the management of course evaluation administration across the UNL campus.
This event originated in Organizational Development & Training.
CANCELLED Agronomy and Horticulture Seminar Series
“Innovation through Collaboration: Celebrating 120 years of UNL–USDA Partnerships”
Date:
Time:
11:00 am –
12:30 pm
Location:
Keim Hall
Room: 150
Virtual Location:
Community members join via Zoom at:
Target Audiences:
VIRGINIA JIN
This event originated in Agronomy and Horticulture.
Relationships Shouldn’t Be Creepy
A Domestic/Dating Violence Awareness Month Event
Date:
Time:
11:00 am –
1:00 pm
Location:
Nebraska Union
Room: Plaza
Target Audiences:
Do you treat your BOO right? Are you always getting ghosted? Stop by CARE’s booth to learn about healthy relationships while enjoying Halloween activities, candy and sugar cookies!
This event originated in Center for Advocacy, Response & Education.
2025 Rural Poll Webinar
Well-being
Date:
Time:
12:00 pm –
1:00 pm
Virtual Location:
Zoom
Target Audiences:
Explore Rural Nebraskans’ views on now they and their communities are faring socially, emotionally, and economically in 2025. Host Mary Emery will discuss the results of the Poll and what the implications mean for Nebraskans. Q&A to follow.
This event originated in Rural Prosperity Nebraska.
2025 Tax Planning Update for Nebraska Farmers and Ranchers
Center for Ag Profitability Webinar
Date:
Time:
12:00 pm –
1:00 pm
Virtual Location:
Zoom - Register Here
Target Audiences:
With Tina Barrett, Director, Nebraska Farm Business, Inc.
This event originated in Center for Agricultural Profitability.
Class
HealthierU Rest and Reset
Date:
Time:
12:15 pm –
12:40 pm
Location:
Recreation and Wellness Center
Room: 110
Target Audiences:
University employees are invited to participate in a free 25-minute restorative and gentle movement class. Combining the practices of restorative yoga, meditation, and breathwork, these classes aim to support the mental and emotional well-being of …
This event originated in Healthier U.
Lecture
State of the Agency - Jim Blue
Date:
Time:
12:30 pm –
1:45 pm
Location:
Nebraska Union
Room: Swanson Auditorium
Target Audiences:
Join the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice for our State of the Agency Lecture. Our guest lecturer will be Jim Blue, Executive Director at Cedars Youth Services.
This event originated in College of Public Affairs and Community Service Calendar.
Lecture
State of the Agency - Jim Blue
Date:
Time:
12:30 pm –
1:45 pm
Location:
Nebraska Union
Room: Swanson Auditorium
Target Audiences:
Join the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice for our State of the Agency Lecture. Our guest lecturer will be Jim Blue, Executive Director at Cedars Youth Services.
This event originated in School of Criminology and Criminal Justice.
Activity
CAS Career Drop-ins
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Weekly:
–
Date:
1:00 pm –
3:00 pm
Virtual Location:
Zoom
Target Audiences:
Jump on Zoom to ask any of your career questions and receive resume support by a College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) Career Coach. Drop-ins are great to complete career coach meeting assignments, too. Sessions last 15-20 minutes. Drop-ins are every …
This event originated in CAS Career Development.
Walk-in Flu Shot Clinic for Students
at the University Health Center
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Daily:
–
Date:
1:00 pm –
4:00 pm
Location:
University Health Center and College of Nursing
Room: 240
Target Audiences:
Current UNL students can get their free flu shot by attending a drop-in flu shot clinic, no appointment needed.
This event originated in University Health Center.
Setting the Record Straight on Campus Sexual Violence
2025 Women’s and Gender Studies Annual Lecture
Date:
Time:
1:30 pm –
2:30 pm
Location:
Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center
Room: Unity Room/212
Target Audiences:
Nicole Bedera, Ph.D., sociologist, author, and co-founder of Beyond Compliance Consulting, will give the lecture, “Setting the Record Straight on Campus Sexual Violence.”
This event originated in Women’s and Gender Studies.
Benefits Overview
for benefits eligible employees
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Weekly:
–
Date:
2:00 pm –
3:00 pm
Virtual Location:
Benefits Zoom
Target Audiences:
Weekly overview of university benefits for employees who are benefits eligible. Ask questions from the Benefits team to help you choose the best plan for you.
This event originated in Human Resources.
Social Event
CASNR Kernels
Date:
Time:
2:00 pm –
3:00 pm
Location:
Nebraska East Union
Room: Room 247
Target Audiences:
Come for the popcorn, stay for the fun! Every Thursday, The Zone, turns into a hangout spot where you can meet a featured student group or campus resource, connect with fellow Huskers, and enjoy free popcorn. A new group each week, the same delicious …
This event originated in College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.
How the Witch was Eaten Up
Kamishibai Reading
Date:
Time:
3:00 pm –
4:00 pm
Location:
Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center
Room: Kawasaki Reading Room 301
Target Audiences:
Join us from 3 to 4 p.m. Oct. 30 in the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center, Room 301, for Kamishibai — a Japanese storytelling tradition using illustrated cards. Tea and snacks will be served. All UNL students are welcome.
This event originated in Kawasaki Reading Room .
Popcorn Pop-up
Featuring UNL Libraries
Date:
Time:
3:00 pm –
4:00 pm
Location:
Nebraska Union
Room: The Crib
Target Audiences:
The UNL Libraries will be featured campus department at this week’s Popcorn Pop-Up in The Crib!
This event originated in Libraries.
Social Event
Popcorn Pop-Up
Date:
Time:
3:00 pm –
4:00 pm
Location:
Nebraska Union
Room: The Crib
Target Audiences:
The best hour of the week! Every Thursday from 3 to 4 p.m. pop into The Crib for an afternoon social hour with 100s of other Huskers.
This event originated in Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement.
Conversation
CAS Majors at Work
Date:
Time:
4:00 pm –
5:30 pm
Location:
Nebraska Union
Target Audiences:
From your major to meaningful work—see how it’s done. What can you do with your Arts & Sciences degree? Hear from science, social science, and humanities professionals who were once in your shoes. A casual, low-pressure networking event for …
This event originated in CAS Career Development.
Tour/Open House
Drop-in Tour at Sheldon Museum of Art
Date:
Time:
Starts at
4:30 pm
Location:
Sheldon Museum of Art
Target Audiences:
Drop in for a tour of Sheldon’s exhibitions led by a Sheldon Student Ambassador before each Hixson-Lied Visiting Artist & Scholar Lecture.
This event originated in Sheldon Museum of Art.
Information Session
First Time Abroad Presentation
Date:
Time:
4:30 pm –
5:30 pm
Virtual Location:
Zoom link will be sent by email on the event day.
Target Audiences:
Join us for an engaging info session designed to help you prepare for your global adventure! We’ll talk about what to consider before you travel — from cultural adjustments and safety tips to packing essentials and making the most of your …
This event originated in Global Experiences.
Blue Moon
Ross Movie
Date:
Time:
Starts at
4:50 pm
Location:
Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center-Van Brunt Visitors Center
Room: Ross Theaters (123 & 124)
Target Audiences:
Richard Linklater’s BLUE MOON tells the story of legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart (Ethan Hawke) facing the future as his professional and private life unravels at the opening night party for his former partner’s hit show “Oklahoma!”.
This event originated in The Ross.
Boo Barre
General Program
Date:
Time:
5:00 pm –
5:50 pm
Location:
Campus Recreation Center
Room: Combative Arts
Target Audiences:
This class will challenge the body’s balance, strength, and endurance through unique techniques and movements. Participants will receive a tiny pumpkin that will be utilized as a piece of equipment during the Boo Barre class.
This event originated in Campus Recreation.
Lecture
Hixson-Lied Visiting Artist Lectures: Adrian Arleo and Jane Shellenbarger
Date:
Time:
Starts at
5:30 pm
Location:
Sheldon Museum of Art
Room: Ethel S. Abbott Auditorium
Target Audiences:
The UNL Clay Club welcomes two visiting ceramic artists, Adrian Arleo and Jane Shellenbarger, who will present successive Hixson-Lied Visiting Artist & Scholar Lectures on Thursday, Oct. 30 at 5:30 p.m. at Sheldon Museum of Art’s Ethel S. Abbott …
This event originated in School of Art, Art History & Design.
Mountain Bike Ride to Van Dorn Park
Outdoor Classes/Clinics
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Weekly:
–
Date:
6:00 pm –
8:00 pm
Location:
Outdoor Adventures Center
Target Audiences:
If you love spending time on your bike and want to take your biking to the next level, this is the trip for you. We will teach you the basics of mountain biking, so no prior experience is required. Located only 3.5 miles from UNL, Van Dorn Park …
This event originated in Campus Recreation.
5-on-5 Fall Basketball Tournament
Intramural Sports | Registration Deadline
Date:
Time:
Ends at
7:00 pm
Location:
Campus Recreation Center Room: Sport Programs Office
Target Audiences:
Register in the Sport Programs office at the Campus Recreation Center or at the Recreation & Wellness Center on East Campus by 7:00pm on Thursday, October 30th.
This event originated in Intramural Sports.
The Mastermind
Ross Movie
Date:
Time:
Starts at
7:20 pm
Location:
Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center-Van Brunt Visitors Center
Room: Ross Theaters (123 & 124)
Target Audiences:
In a sedate corner of Massachusetts circa 1970, JB Mooney (Josh O’Connor), an unemployed carpenter turned amateur art thief, plans his first big heist. When things go haywire, his life unravels. From director Kelly Reichardt.
This event originated in The Ross.
The Anvil Orchestra
Ross Event
Date:
Time:
Starts at
7:30 pm
Location:
Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center-Van Brunt Visitors Center
Room: Ross Theater (Room 124)
Target Audiences:
The Anvil Orchestra returns to The Ross to perform live silent film accompaniment for two special Fright Fest 2025 screenings: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA on October 30 and NOSFERATU on October 31. Tickets just $5 for UNL students!
This event originated in The Ross.
