Husker gymnast balances classes, Olympics training

Husker gymnast Csenge Bácskay of Budapest, Hungary, looks forward to competing in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, representing her home country.

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Mom’s advice leads Erickson to study abroad, expand horizons

The College of Business’s Study Abroad Australia program connects students with global business leaders in Sydney, Australia for two weeks of intensive learning.

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Glow Big Red for Global Affairs

The 6th annual Glow Big Red for Global Affairs supports students across the five units of Global Affairs - Global Experiences, International Student and Scholar Services, Global Partnerships & Initiatives, Programs in English as a Second Language and Global Safety and Security. Every gift counts!

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Global Education Center open house is Feb. 8

Global Affairs is hosting an open house for the new Global Education Center located in Louise Pound Hall. The event, which is open to faculty, staff and students, is 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 8. Remarks begin at 5:15 p.m.

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Rwanda trip provides memories, glimpse into international public health

“This is something that they’ll carry with them forever,” said Marianna Burks, professor of practice in the School of Biological Sciences.

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Doctoral student braves cold to research climate

Jerome Okojokwu-Idu says that his research will help create positive outcomes for both Nigerians and Nebraskans.

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3 Huskers earn invite to serve in Peace Corps

Claire Gillespie and Katie Schmitz both received the Lieding Global Impact Scholarship in summer 2022 to study food security, health and nutrition in Zambia. Both completed Nebraska’s Peace Corps Prep program this fall and have been invited to serve in the Peace Corps after graduation.

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Wang’s lab is at forefront of food safety science

The analytical methods her lab employs have broad, practical utility — from Chilean farmers who learned the source of E. coli bacterial contamination of their raspberry production thanks to Wang’s analysis, to soy sauce company Kikkoman, which improved its food storage procedures as a result of her work.

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Chancellor Bennett kicks off International Education Week

Chancellor Rodney Bennett marks the opening of International Education Week by encouraging attendance at a variety of events open to students, faculty and staff. With the goal of sharing cultures, exploring new perspectives and preparing students for an increasingly globalized work force, International Education Week is a celebration of worldwide opportunity and exchange. Use the hashtag #IEWatUNL to show us how you are celebrating!

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Partners sought for International Education Week celebration

The division of Global Affairs invites all departments, colleges and student organizations to host an event in celebration of International Education Week, which the university will be celebrating Nov. 13-17.

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