All events are in Central time unless specified.

Tuesday, February 8

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Nirvana Day

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Location: This is in observance and not an event on campus.
The commemoration of Buddha’s death at the age of 80, when he reached the zenith of Nirvana.
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Painted Quilts of the Hopi Mesas

Hosted by International Quilt Museum

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10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: International Quilt Museum
Painted Quilts from the Hopi Mesas is an exhibition of quilts and other objects made by the Hopi people of northeast Arizona. The exhibition opens October 22, 2021 and runs through April 30, 2022.
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Canceled: Dish It Up!

Presented by the Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services

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12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Location: Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center Room: Unity Room 212
Join a lively weekly discussion about current and hot topics affecting students’ lives, the campus, and society in the United States and globally. Dish It Up is a safe space for students, staff, and faculty to share their personal views, engage in …
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Spoken Words with Ryan Jones

Hosted by the Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services

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6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Willa Cather Dining Complex
Spoken Word: Join us to hear from slam-poet, Ryan Jones performs some spoken word and poems. We will also kick off the event with some spoken word by a student, Jack Buchana. Food will be provided so RSVP at go.unl.edu/swrj
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Students with Children Support Group

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7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Zoom
This group is intended to be for UNL student of all levels and genders. Sessions will run each Tuesday from February 1 through May 10, 2022.
This event originated in Counseling and Psychological Services.

Ongoing Events

Exhibit - Multimedia

Unkissed Kisses

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All Day
Location: Love Library South Room: 2nd floor and lower level
A new exhibit in Love Library highlights the historical moments of LGBTQ+ literature, writers, and their roles in the history of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. The exhibit also celebrates the first LGBTQ course offered at a state university …
This event originated in Libraries.

Black History Month

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All Day
Location: This is not an event, but an observance
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history.

Human Relations Month

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All Day
Location: This is not an event, but an observance
National Human Relations Month is a celebration of diversity, and the actions of lifting up the needs of the less fortunate. A day to closely examine community programs that enhance the quality of life in their cities and towns.