Nebraska’s David Harwood answers a question from Jackson Belva during a Geology 125: Frontiers in Antarctic Geosciences lesson in 2019. The class is based on Harwood’s experience in Antarctica.
Harwood to help lead new Antarctic drilling project

A University of Nebraska–Lincoln scientist will help lead a new multinational team that is drilling into Antarctica’s past to gain a glimpse at Earth’s future. As the United Nations’ Conference of the Parties (COP26) focuses on science and national investment to combat climate change, researchers are preparing to drill into the ocean floor below Antarctica’s Ross Ice Shelf to discover if cutting greenhouse gas emissions could avoid catastrophic melting of the icy continent.

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Gabin Kundwa holds his laptop to show his work in helping s Connection Point's food bank keep track of its clients by writing software that replaced handwritten note cards.
Kundwa’s volunteer spirit makes positive impact on community

Gabin Kundwa, a senior integrated science major, CUSP scholar and Honors student, was a sophomore when he first came in contact with Connection Point, a church and outreach center that edges the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s East Campus. As a class assignment in ALEC 120: Interpersonal Communication, students were asked to complete 20 hours of community service, and Kundwa chose to volunteer in Connection Point’s Open Shelf Pantry.

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Water for Food institute releases 2021 annual report

The Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute at the University of Nebraska has released its 2021 annual report online, showcasing the institute’s work over the past year — both local and global — related to water and food security.

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Pound Hall renovation to establish new global education center

With private support, construction has begun on a $5 million renovation of Louise Pound Hall to create a new global education center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The global education center will serve as the physical hub of the university’s international activity, bringing together the four Global Affairs units to streamline student support services and better coordinate campus-wide global engagement.

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Global Affairs strategy expands support for diversity, international community

As the University of Nebraska–Lincoln moves forward with diversity planning and a new commitment to action, Nebraska Today sat down with university leaders to explore how inclusive excellence is being folded into day-to-day campus activities. Following the momentum of the Forward Together global strategy announced in February, the leaders of the Global Nebraska Coalition on Diversity and Inclusion shared how Global Affairs remains committed to supporting diversity and Nebraska's international community.

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University leaders outline initiative to improve racial equity, inclusion

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is taking the next step in its long-term journey to strengthen diversity, inclusivity and equity across all areas of the institution.

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Students and staff enjoyed a variety of dishes from ethnic restaurants at the 2019 Global Café and Connections event
Global Café and Connections signature event is Nov. 16

All students are invited to attend this year’s signature International Education Week event, Global Café and Connections, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 16 in the Hawks Hall Atrium. Hosted by the College of Business and Global Affairs, Global Cafe and Connections is the main event of Nebraska’s 2021 International Education Week celebrations. First debuted during the 2019 IEW celebrations, the event invites the university community to sample food from local ethnic restaurants and experience cultural presentations from international students and community members.

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Exploring Diwali, India’s biggest holiday, and how students are celebrating

Diwali Night is annual event held in the Great Plains Room at the East Campus Union. After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the event hosted by the Indian Students Association is finally back.

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Visiting professor, author to discuss Islamophobia

Khaled Beydoun, acclaimed author and law professor at Detroit’s Wayne State University, will discuss “Islamophobia: The Myths, Roots, and Rise” at noon Nov. 12 at the University of Nebraska College of Law. The lecture is intended to humanize the experience of Muslims during the War on Terror, describe the legal architecture/ legal framework of Islamophobia in America, bring attention to the distinct form of injury experienced by Muslims, and demystify stereotypes.

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UNL alum Merani uses GIS mapping skills learned at CALMIT to help conduct life-saving missions on U.S.-Mexico border

In 2019, Paul Merani was awarded the U.S. Border Patrol’s Meritorious Achievement Award for his work developing a rescue system.

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