All events are in Central time unless specified.

Saturday, August 21

Social Event

Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) Welcome Reception

Date:
Time:
7:30 pm – 9:15 pm
Location: Nebraska Union Room: Unity Room
This social is for all students, faculty, and staff to gather, network, and have some fun before the semester begins.
This event originated in Fraternity and Sorority Life.
Activity

Party at the Union

hosted by Student Leadership, Involvement & Community Engagement

Date:
Time:
8:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Location: Nebraska Union
The can’t-miss Saturday event of Big Red Welcome. Join thousands of your Husker friends for a memorable night of music, dancing, comedy, and other performances for ONE BIG BLOWOUT before fall semester.
Activity

Mini Drag Show

Party at the Union

Date:
Time:
9:00 pm – 11:55 pm
Location: Nebraska Union
Stop by to see some amazing student performers and to get more information about the LGBTQA+ Center, Women’s Center, and LGBTQA+ students organizations! This event is a mini version of the larger semester drag shows, so join us for all of the shows …
This event originated in Gender and Sexuality Center.

Ongoing Events

Other

Paryushana Parva

Recurring Date Info:
Annually:
Date:
Time:
All Day
Location: This is in observance and not an event on campus.
A Jain festival lasting about 8-10 days, and is observed through meditation and fasting. Its main focus is spiritual upliftment, pursuit of salvation and gaining a deeper understanding of the religion.