Multicultural Homecoming features 6 alumni sharing experiences with students
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s homecoming celebration features six distinguished alumni of color returning to campus to share expertise within their respective colleges and directly with students. Organized by the Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of People of Color, the visits are part of Multicultural Homecoming events being offered through Oct. 1.
International students invited to share at Community Chats
International students are invited to share their experiences in a series of student-led Community Chats this fall hosted by the International Student Advisory Board. In partnership with Global Affairs and the International Student and Scholar Office, the student advisory board is hosting three Community Chats to gather insights for recommendations in alignment with the third goal in the Forward Together global strategy and the N2025 Strategic Plan. The listening sessions will also serve as a springboard for the next iteration of the International Student Experience climate survey launching in the spring.
COLUMN: How to avoid asking absurd questions to international students
“But what is wrong with asking an innocent question?” some ask. The answer is simple. There is more than one way to learn about a culture other than asking someone from that culture every absurd question that pops into your head, said Divine Mbabazi is a junior integrated science major from Rwanda.
Retired, international housing highlight 2100 Vine redevelopment proposal
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln community would gain housing for older Huskers under a redevelopment proposal selected for a 16.49-acre university-owned tract at 2100 Vine St. The development would be anchored in part by apartment buildings geared for retired Nebraska alumni, emeritus faculty, retired staff and other seniors. The public-private partnership also would create housing and other resources for Lincoln’s international community, commercial space and retail stores, among other amenities.
Kawasaki Reading Room hosts 29th birthday party to promote resources
The Kawasaki Reading Room hosted a birthday party full of activities for students to celebrate its 29th year at the Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center on Sept. 24.
College of Business opens new diversity, inclusion space
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s College of Business is offering a space dedicated to furthering diversity and inclusivity.
College of Business opens new diversity, inclusion space
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s College of Business is offering a space dedicated to furthering diversity and inclusivity.
Michaels to study flooding management in Canada as Fulbright project
As a second-grader in Winnipeg, University of Nebraska–Lincoln scholar Sarah Michaels recreated the 1950 Red River flood in plasticine on her teacher’s desk. Now, she’s back in Canada to again tackle how to understand flooding.
Michaels, professor of political science and a faculty fellow with the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center, has been named Fulbright Canada Distinguished Research Chair in Environmental Science at Carleton University.
Peace Corps Prep program launch is Sept. 28
Students, faculty, and staff, as well as all returned Peace Corps volunteers are invited to attend the launch of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s new Peace Corps Prep program from 4 to 6 p.m. Sept. 28 at the Wick Alumni Center.
Global Experiences Fair is Sept. 14
The annual Global Experiences Fair, hosted by the Education Abroad Office, is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 14 in the Nebraska Union Plaza.