True Stories, Told Live.
Apr
17
Lied Center for Performing Arts
All events are in Central time unless specified.
Ping Pong like it is 1942!
LoveFest
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Daily:
–
Date:
7:30 am –
11:55 pm
Location:
Love Library South
Room: 2nd floor
Target Audiences:
Ping Pong like it is 1942! A ping-pong table will be set up on the second floor for anyone to use during the entire week. Paddles and balls provided. Challenge your friends or start a tournament.
This event originated in Libraries.
Art Exhibition
A Collection of Work by Scott McDonald, An Art Exhibition
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Daily:
–
Date:
8:00 am –
8:00 pm
Location:
Link, 2nd Floor
Target Audiences:
This collection features watercolor and gouache works created over the past three years by Lincoln native artist Scott McDonald. The series explores themes of human existence, presenting a striking balance of beauty and symmetry within subject matter …
This event originated in NIC Events Calendar.
Fundraiser
Day Without Shoes Drive
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Daily:
–
Date:
8:00 am –
5:00 pm
Location:
Nebraska Innovation Campus
Target Audiences:
Nebraska Innovation Campus is a proud partner for the annual “Day Without Shoes” event. Organized by People’s City Mission and Cornhusker Bank, the event aims to collect new or used wearable footwear for people in need.
This event originated in NIC Events Calendar.
Discussion
Dr. Davis E. Henderson Guest Visit
Date:
Time:
Starts at
9:00 am
Location:
Barkley Memorial Center
Room: 210
Virtual Location:
Zoom
Target Audiences:
Dr. Davis E. Henderson, a faculty member from Northern Arizona University, will be visiting the Barkley Memorial Center on April 17th at 9:00 A.M. to share about his line of research and study on Navajo linguistics. This event will be open to the …
This event originated in SECD.
The 11th Annual Nebraska Forum on Digital Humanities Day 2
Visualizing Holocaust Memory through the Digital Humanities: Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Ethical Challenges
Date:
Time:
9:00 am –
3:00 pm
Location:
Andrews Hall
Room: Bailey Library/Room 228
Target Audiences:
Novel integrations that reveal the complex layers of Holocaust history will be introduced and discussed with our scholars during this Forum. How has the interpretation of Holocaust content shifted in the digital age? How might big data provide …
This event originated in Judaic Studies.
Wellbeing Discussions
Drop-In Group
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Weekly:
–
Date:
9:30 am –
10:30 am
Location:
Kauffman Academic Residential Center
Target Audiences:
A supportive, low-intensity space for Raikes School students to explore a variety of wellbeing-related topics, pause, and reset. We engage in discussion for 20 to 30 minutes, followed by 10 to 15 minutes of guided meditation, and wrap up with 10 to …
This event originated in Counseling and Psychological Services.
Student Strengths Leadership Summit
Lead Where You Are
Date:
Time:
10:00 am –
4:00 pm
Target Audiences:
Join the Clifton Strengths Institute for the inaugural Student Strengths Leadership Summit for a one-day, strengths-based leadership experience. Open to undergraduate students of any major. The event is free for students, includes lunch at Cather …
This event originated in College of Business.
Workshop
Event Planning: Plan an Event Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Budget)
Date:
Time:
11:00 am –
12:00 pm
Location:
Nebraska Union
Room: Chimney Rock
Target Audiences:
Planning an event shouldn’t feel chaotic, rushed, or like a guessing game. This workshop will teach you what actually makes events successful. Learn how to set clear goals, make decisions early, and how to intentionally follow through. Through hands …
This event originated in Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement.
LoveFest on the Lawn
LoveFest
Date:
Time:
11:00 am –
2:00 pm
Location:
Love Library South
Room: south lawn facing R St.
Target Audiences:
Relax and join the fun with LoveFest on the Lawn. Enjoy a free charcuterie-style box lunch in individual containers on blankets spread out on the lawn. Play lawn games provided by Campus Rec and the Lincoln Children’s Museum. Sample of games: giant …
This event originated in Libraries.
Conversation
Tea Time
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Weekly:
–
Date:
11:00 am –
4:30 pm
Location:
Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center
Room: 301
Target Audiences:
Every week Friday, Kawasaki reading room will have tea and snacks for everyone!!
This event originated in Kawasaki Reading Room .
Activity
Life In Lincoln: World Cup Soccer Tournament
Date:
Time:
12:00 pm –
5:00 pm
Location:
Mabel Lee Rec Fields
Target Audiences:
Life in Lincoln is a series of select evenings for UNL students to gather and enjoy a nearby activity or tour to sample and learn about the local Lincoln culture, neighborhoods, and people.
This event originated in Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement.
Natural Chicken Compost for Sale (by appointment only)
Contact Megan Carman (mcarman3@unl.edu) to place an order and to arrange pickup.
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Biweekly:
–
Date:
12:00 pm –
1:00 pm
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.
Workshop
Research Identity Ideation Workshop: Basic Mechanisms of Disease
Date:
Time:
12:30 pm –
5:00 pm
Virtual Location:
Zoom
Target Audiences:
This spring, the Office of Research and Innovation will offer a series of virtual ideation workshops designed to help faculty advance research, scholarship and creative endeavors within the university’s six research identity areas.
This event originated in Office of Research and Innovation.
Activity
Husker AI Days: Student Spotlight
Date:
Time:
1:00 pm –
4:00 pm
Location:
Kiewit Hall
Target Audiences:
Students showcase their AI work through two parallel formats: Lightning Talks (3-minute presentations on
This event originated in Office of Research and Innovation.
Primal Scream
LoveFest
Date:
Time:
Starts at
2:00 pm
Location:
Love Library South
Room: south lawn facing R St.
Target Audiences:
Scream your lungs out. The Dean of the Libraries will lead us in this coordinated, cathartic release of academic stress by screaming as loud as we can.
This event originated in Libraries.
Voter Registration Table
HOSTED BY STUDENT LEADERSHIP, INVOLVEMENT, & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Date:
Time:
3:00 pm –
5:00 pm
Location:
Adele Coryell Hall Learning Commons
Target Audiences:
Huskers are invited to stop by to register to vote; check their voter registration status; and sign up to vote by mail for Elections in Nebraska or out of state.
This event originated in Huskers Vote Coalition.
Let’s Talk About Sex
Philosophy 2026 Speaker Series
Date:
Time:
3:30 pm –
5:30 pm
Location:
Louise Pound Hall
Room: 124
Target Audiences:
The Department of Philosophy is hosting the final Speaker Series Lecture featuring Ellie Mason from the University of California, Santa Barbara. It is a read-ahead lecture, so if you would like a copy, please email to the organizer.
This event originated in Philosophy.
Activity
Husker AI Days: Student Spotlight
Date:
Time:
4:00 pm –
6:00 pm
Location:
Kiewit Hall
Room: KH A235
Target Audiences:
Students showcase their AI work through two parallel formats: Lightning Talks (3-minute presentations on
This event originated in Prairie.
Conversation
Japanese Conversation Table
Recurring Date Info:
Time:
Weekly:
–
Date:
4:00 pm –
5:00 pm
Location:
Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center
Room: 301
Target Audiences:
Every Friday, Kawasaki Reading Room will host a conversation table that is meant for people to come and practice their Japanese listening and speaking skills.
This event originated in Kawasaki Reading Room .
Community Climbing Event
Community Events
Date:
Time:
5:00 pm –
10:00 pm
Location:
Outdoor Adventures Center
Target Audiences:
Come join us for a monthly night of climbing and a special event at the Outdoor Adventures Center Climbing Wall! Whether we perform some karaoke or pedal our smoothie bike, friends will be made and good times will be had by all. We will have a …
This event originated in Campus Recreation.
Immediate Family
Ross Movie
Date:
Time:
Starts at
5:00 pm
Location:
Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center-Van Brunt Visitors Center
Room: Ross Theaters (123 & 124)
Target Audiences:
Showing at The Ross April 17-23. Visit theross.org for tickets, showtimes, and more information.
This event originated in The Ross.
Mr. Nobody Against Putin
Ross Movie
Date:
Time:
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 April 17-23. Visit theross.org for tickets, showtimes, and more information.
This event originated in The Ross.
Intramural Pickleball
Intramural Individual/Dual Activity
Date:
Time:
Starts at
5:30 pm
Location:
14th and Avery (HSS) Outdoor Courts
Target Audiences:
Please arrive on-site by 5:30 pm to be entered into the bracket.
This event originated in Campus Recreation.
A Sort of a Richie Boy: A World War II Mystery
Hillel Spring Lecture
Date:
Time:
Starts at
6:00 pm
Location:
Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center
Room: Unity Room/212
Target Audiences:
Kenneth D. Wald is Distinguished Professor of Political Science Emeritus and the Samuel R. “Bud” Shorstein Professor Emeritus of American Jewish Culture and Society at the University of Florida. He has written about the relationship of religion and …
This event originated in Judaic Studies.
Activity
Smash It! Rage Room
Date:
Time:
7:00 pm –
9:00 pm
Location:
Nebraska East Union
Room: Great Plains Room
Target Audiences:
Enjoy the liberating experience of destruction…without ever making a mess! Smash your tension into tiny pieces and unleash your frustrations inside a wickedly-fun indoor playground. It’s optimal enjoyment with ZERO mess!
This event originated in Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement.
Performing Arts - Musical Theatre
Nebraska Rep and UNL Opera: Bright Star
Date:
Time:
Starts at
7:30 pm
Location:
Temple Building
Room: Howell Theatre
Target Audiences:
“Bright Star,” produced by the Nebraska Repertory Theatre in association with UNL Opera, with music, book and story by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, is a bluegrass-infused musical that weaves together past and present as it follows a woman’s search …
This event originated in Music.
The Moth
True Stories, Told Live.
Date:
Time:
Starts at
7:30 pm
Location:
Lied Center for Performing Arts Room: Lied Center Main Stage
Hailed as “New York’s hottest and hippest literary ticket” by The Wall Street Journal, The Moth brings the power of personal storytelling to millions of people each year. In its 25-year history, The Moth has presented more than 50,000 stories, …
This event originated in Lied Center for Performing Arts.
