NU joins opposition of new ICE guidance for international students
All four institutions in the University of Nebraska system have joined an amicus brief opposing new federal guidance requiring international college students to leave the United States if coursework is online-only. The amicus brief supports a lawsuit filed by Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology seeking to block the July 6 policy from U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.
Nebraska duo eyes end to costly swine diseases
Two University of Nebraska–Lincoln researchers have received $1 million in grant funding to continue research that could lead to the development of vaccines and genetic-selection tools to fight some of the world’s costliest swine diseases. Huskers Daniel Ciobanu and Hiep Vu have each recently been awarded a three-year, $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture. It is the third NIFA grant for each.
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Nebraska to write first internationalization strategy as part of ACE Laboratory
Nebraska expects to have its first-ever, university-wide global engagement strategy created in 2020 as part of the American Council on Education (ACE) Internationalization Laboratory.
Omaha Film Festival to spotlight film talent around the world
One of the largest film events in the Midwest, the 15th Annual Omaha Film Festival took place from March 3-8. The festival featured over 100 films, which judges selected from 1000, submissions from around the world. The festival has featured award-winning films that received a national theatrical release in the past through special screenings.
Husker Passport Giveaway empowers students to ‘broaden their horizons’ and study abroad
Last September, the Education Abroad Office launched an exciting new initiative with the UNL Passport Office to cover up to 100 first-time passport applications from UNL students. As students await their finished passports in March, many look forward to studying abroad and experiencing new cultures.
PIESL celebrates 60 years of teaching English as a Second Language
From a one-faculty department in 1960, to a full-fledged unit that offers innovative English language instruction and customized programs for non-native speakers, Nebraska's Programs in English as a Second Language (PIESL) has a rich history to celebrate in its 60th anniversary this year.
ISSO Global Peer Assistant program transforms UNL student experience
The International Student and Scholar Office (ISSO) Global Peer Assistant Program helps new international students transition to UNL and build connections on campus. For junior Linh Tran, it also changed the trajectory of her Husker career.
Malaysian Night is March 7
Malaysian Night 2020 is a multicultural event hosted by the Nebraska University Malaysian Students Association. Aiming to celebrate Malaysian Culture, Malaysian Night was a myriad of Malaysian food, performances, and interactive booths on Mar. 7.