Food technology, sustainability, diversity featured in film screening, discussion
University of Nebraska–Lincoln faculty, students and staff can view the documentary “Hearts of Glass” and participate in a panel discussion with writer, director and producer Jennifer Tennican, employees of Vertical Harvest and experts from among the campus faculty.
Environmental, racial justice advocate to kick off Hyde Lecture series
Renowned equity, environmental and racial justice advocate Tamika L. Butler will deliver the first Hyde Lecture of the season via Zoom at 4 p.m. Oct. 2.
Rwandan student learns value of friendship and bravery during pandemic
When Clare Umutoni made the immeasurable move to the United States from Rwanda as an international student in the fall of 2019, she said she expected a rewarding journey full of personal and academic growth. What she didn’t anticipate was living in America during a global pandemic, online classes and a travel ban. Yet thanks to the accommodation of professors and a strong peer network, Umutoni has succeeded and grown as a student in the past year.
Faculty 101, Soliz talk multiracial experiences in U.S.
In an episode of Faculty 101, a podcast that offers a listen into the pursuits and perspectives of Husker faculty, professor of communication studies Jordan Soliz joins talks about the experiences of America’s multiracial families, his research into both beneficial and problematic communication within these families, and how the multiracial identity of vice-presidential nominee Sen. Kamala Harris is shaping the conversation around the 2020 presidential race.
Global Integrative Studies colloquium to focus on international justice regime
The School of Global Integrative Studies is kicking off their virtual colloquium series, “Engaging Human Rights: Humanity on the Edge,” at noon Oct. 1 via Zoom with Courtney Hillebrecht.
CEO Action conversation to address equity, inclusion across Husker community
Chancellor Ronnie Green and Marco Barker, vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion, will lead an upcoming discussion on advancing equity and combating injustice as part of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s CEO Action commitment.
OLLI symposium on global displacement coming Oct. 17
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute’s Winter Lecture Series will present a symposium, “Global Displacement: Political Conflict and Climate Change,” via a Zoom Livestream from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oct. 17.
Amador drawn to Nebraska for research, diversity
Osler Ortez Amador, a doctoral student in agronomy and crop production, came to Nebraska from his hometown of San Fernando, Nueva Segovia, Nicaragua. After completing his master’s degree, he was looking for an institution with a strong academic and research program in agriculture. After exploring different institutions around the world, Amador found the perfect fit at Nebraska, where he continues to enjoy the diversity of backgrounds among his peers, faculty advisors and the community.
Yeutter Institute provides opportunity after canceled internships
The COVID-19 pandemic paused many student internships, but the Clayton Yeutter Institute of International Trade and Finance at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln refused to let the pandemic disrupt student learning opportunities. Before the pandemic arose, five Husker student interns were set to work as a team for a leading global food and agriculture company through a partnership arranged by the Yeutter Institute. The pandemic interrupted the project they were to work on, but the institute remained dedicated to providing hands-on learning experiences for the interns.
The Scarlet ‘a game changer’ for Hospitality, Restaurant, Tourism Management program
When The Scarlet Hotel opens next July on Nebraska Innovation Campus, students in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Hospitality, Restaurant and Tourism Management program will have the opportunity to extend their learning beyond the classroom and gain hands-on experience in a world-class setting.