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NYTimes: Huskers' New Coach Promises to Heed Program's Old Ways
It did not matter that it was 10 degrees outside, that they were missing work, that the Cornhuskers' season opener was still six months away. The people of central Nebraska had come to see two of the most important men in the state ... Mon, 25 Feb 2008 10:53:06 CST
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E.N. THOMPSON FORUM | Nebraska's Water Future: Feast or Famine
Bruce Babbitt was Governor of Arizona from 1978-87 and Attorney General of Arizona from 1975-78. As governor, he brought environmental and resource management to the forefront in the state. He negotiated and steered to passage the Arizona Groundwater Management Act of 1980, which remains the most comprehensive water regulatory system in the nation. He was also responsible for creation of the Arizona Department of Water Resources and the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. Appointed Secretary of the Interior by President Clinton, Babbitt led the creation of the forest plan in the Pacific Northwest, restoration of the Florida Everglades, passage of the California Desert Protection Act, and legislation for the National Wildlife Refuge system. As a certified fire fighter, he brought his front line experience to creating a new federal wild land fire policy that emphasized the role of fire in maintenance and restoration of natural ecosystems. He pioneered the use of habitat conservation plans under the Endangered Species Act and worked with Clinton to create 22 new national monuments. He is the author of "Cities in the Wilderness," recently issued by Island Press, in which he lays out a new vision of land use in America. He currently serves as a director of the World Wildlife Fund. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:00:00 -0600
OLSON SEMINAR | Robert Oglesby
Robert Oglesby, Professor of Climate Modeling, Department of Geosciences and School of Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln delivers a lecture titled, "Causes of Drought in the Great Plains." Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:32:00 -0600
OLSON SEMINAR | James Hewitt
James Hewitt, Attorney and Adjunct Professor of History at Nebraska Wesleyan University delivers a lecture titled, "Taking the Court Public." Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:32:00 -0600
NEBRASKA LECTURE | Quilts: Reflections of Trade, Technology and Tradition
University of Nebraska-Lincoln textiles scientist Patricia Cox Crews will discuss how quilts reflect American culture and the lives of quilt makers during the spring Nebraska Lecture. The lecture, "Quilts: Reflections of Trade, Technology and Tradition," is part of The Nebraska Lectures: Chancellor's Distinguished Lecture Series. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:25:00 -0600
E.N. THOMPSON FORUM | For God's Sake
Known as "The Green Evangelist," Reverend Richard Cizik calls climate change a crisis of "biblical proportions." Cizik is vice president for governmental affairs of the National Association of Evangelicals (NAE). His responsibilities include setting NAE's policy direction on issues before Congress, the White House, and the Supreme Court, as well as serving as a national spokesman on issues of concern to evangelicals. A conservative both politically and religiously, Cizik is on a mission to convert tens of millions of Americans to the cause of conservation, using a right-to-life framework and spreading the doctrine of "creation care" to evangelical Christians. Thanks to his leadership, NAE released a manifesto urging its members to adopt eco-friendly living habits and exhorting the government to lighten America's environmental footprint. The organization also circulated a charter calling on its member network and top-level Beltway allies to fight global warming. Educated in political science and public affairs, Cizik also received a Master of Divinity from Denver Seminary and an honorary Doctorate of Ministry in Christian Leadership from the Methodist Episcopal Church. Rev. Cizik was ordained by the Evangelical Presbyterian Church in 1992 and, in addition to his work for NAE, maintains an active preaching and speaking schedule. Mon, 25 Feb 2008 18:30:00 -0600
OLSON SEMINAR | Guy Reynolds
Guy Reynolds, Professor of English and Director of the Cather Project at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln delivers a lecture titled, "Permanence and Transmission: Willa Cather's Entropology." Wed, 20 Feb 2008 11:32:00 -0600
E.N. THOMPSON FORUM | Winning the Oil Endgame
Physicist Amory Lovins is the Co-founder, Chairman, and Chief Scientist of the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), an independent think-and-do-tank that creates abundance by design. RMI works with individuals and organizations of every imaginable kind to help them use energy and resources efficiently while being ever-better stewards of the environment. Tue, 12 Feb 2008 17:00:00 -0600
E.N. THOMPSON FORUM | Winning the Oil Endgame
Physicist Amory Lovins is the Co-founder, Chairman, and Chief Scientist of the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), an independent think-and-do-tank that creates abundance by design. RMI works with individuals and organizations of every imaginable kind to help them use energy and resources efficiently while being ever-better stewards of the environment. Tue, 12 Feb 2008 17:00:00 -0600
OLSON SEMINAR | Ann Bleed
Ann Bleed , Director, Nebraska Department of Natural Resources delivers a lecture titled, "Formulating Policies for Future Water Use on the Great Plains." Wed, 23 Jan 2008 11:32:00 -0600
OLSON SEMINAR | J. Dixon Esseks
J. Dixon Esseks, Visiting Scholar, Center for Great Plains Studies at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and Emeritus Professor of Public Administration, Northern Illinois University delivers a lecture titled, "What kinds of farms and ranches can survive in urbanizing areas? Hobby and/or commericial? Temporary and/or lasting?." Thu, 15 Nov 2007 11:32:00 -0600
IANR News
May 16 eXtension Webcast Discusses Market-based Conservation
LINCOLN, Neb. — Conservation practices by farmers may have value to others in society. That's market-based conservation. Farmers may be able to generate income by implementing conservation practices. Fri, May 09 2008 14:43:19
Be Sure to Stay on Top of Bt Corn Hybrid Requirements This Planting Season
 LINCOLN, Neb. — As planting season progresses, it's important corn growers review current requirements for use of Bt corn hybrids, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln entomologist says.
Thu, May 08 2008 14:21:22
Nebraska's Ibach, Olsen Receive CASNR Alumni Awards
LINCOLN, Neb. — The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources Alumni Association presented its Achievement Award to Keith Olsen, president of the Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation, and its Service Award to Greg Ibach, director of the Nebraska Department of Agriculture. Wed, May 07 2008 15:04:17
UNL Block and Bridle Club, Animal Science Department Honor Students
LINCOLN, Neb. — University of Nebraska-Lincoln animal science students recently received awards and scholarships at the annual Animal Science Block and Bridle Club honors banquet. Tue, May 06 2008 16:19:39
June 3 or 5 Tour Showcases Environmentally Friendly Manure Treatment Systems
Related Audio LINCOLN, Neb. — A University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension tour June 3 or 5 will highlight how Nebraska livestock producers are minimizing their risk to the environment by installing vegetative treatment systems to handle livestock waste. Mon, May 05 2008 16:36:10
Swine Seminar Gives Reproduction Information
LINCOLN, Neb. — A June 10 Advanced Swine Reproduction Seminar will offer pork producers insight on reproduction management. Mon, May 05 2008 16:33:48
Workshop to Focus on Food Safety Standards
LINCOLN, Neb. — A weeklong food safety workshop this month will provide an overview of food safety standards, regulations and practices to government officials and food industry representatives from across North, Central and South America. Mon, May 05 2008 16:32:25
Barta Brothers Ranch Research Shows Deferred, Short-duration Grazing Similar
LINCOLN, Neb. — When it comes to grazing upland range in the Sandhills, there's little difference between short-duration and deferred grazing systems in forage production, diet quality and animal performance, University of Nebraska-Lincoln range scientists found. Fri, May 09 2008 10:58:58
UNL Scholar Program Offers Students Tools For Future Success
LINCOLN, Neb. — A University of Nebraska-Lincoln program emphasizing beef production began last year to give UNL students skills to be future beef industry leaders. Fri, May 09 2008 10:47:50
UNL Research: Vitamin E Can Offset Beef Oxidation on Grocery Store Shelves
LINCOLN, Neb. — Steaks from beef cattle fed a diet heavy in wet distillers grains may develop an off-color or off-flavor sooner in the grocery store, but the addition of vitamin E to cattle's feed appears to reduce the problem, according to University of Nebraska-Lincoln research. Fri, May 09 2008 10:14:21
Center for Digital Research in the Humanities
Army Officers’ Wives site now live
Barbara Handy-Marchello’s site, Army Officers’ Wives on the Great Plains, 1865-1900, is now live at http://plainshumanities.unl.edu/projects/army_officers_wives/. In her research, Handy-Marchello uses women’s letters and diaries to reveal their roles in a fascinating period of conquest in the American West. Handy-Marchello, emerita professor of History at the University of North Dakota, is a digital humanities fellow of the Plains Humanities Alliance, a division of the Center for Great Plains Studies. Through a partnership with the Center for Digital Research in the Humanities, PHA fellows work directly with the CDRH on projects related to the Great Plains. Tue, 06 May 2008 16:21:24 GMT
Seefeldt and Jewell Present at CDRH Spring Panel
Douglas Seefeldt and Andrew Jewell spoke about their current research at the CDRH Spring Panel on April 23. Seefeldt talked about recent progress on "Envisaging the West: Thomas Jefferson and the Roots of Lewis and Clark." Jewell presented "Mapping a Writer's World: A Geographic Chronology of Willa Cather's Life." Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:34:45 GMT
Walter on Panel for Coalition for Networked Information
On April 7th, Katherine Walter, Mark Kornbluh, and Worthy Martin presented a panel, “Digital Humanities Centers: Models, Missions, and Challenges,” at the Spring 2008 Task Force Meeting of the Coalition for Networked Information in Minneapolis, MN. The panel looked at various models and divergent missions of digital humanities centers and explored the institutional and intellectual challenges involved in developing and sustaining centers. Wed, 09 Apr 2008 19:16:45 GMT
Thomas Named Visiting Professor in North American Studies
William G. Thomas, III has been named the Visiting Professor in North American Studies at the Eccles Centre for American Studies at the British Library. This fellowship award is made by the British Association of American Studies. Thomas will be in residence at the British Library in Fall 2008 working on his research project, Railroads and the Making of Modern America. He also will spend time at the Centre for Computing in the Humanities at King's College, London. Wed, 09 Apr 2008 17:05:03 GMT
Bobley Speaks at Research Fair
Brett Bobley, Director of the National Endowment for the Humanities’ Office of Digital Humanities (ODH), spoke to sixty people at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Research Fair on Tuesday. Bobley, who toured the Center for Digital Research in the Humanities earlier in the day and met with the faculty and staff of the Center for Digital Research in the Humanities, presented about digital humanities grants available through the Endowment, including Digital Humanities Start-up Grants, Institutes of Advanced Topics, the upcoming Fellowship program for Centers, and other initiatives. The audience included faculty and graduate students from UNL, producers from Nebraska Educational Television (NET), curators from the Nebraska State Historical Society, and individuals from other humanities organizations in the state. Wed, 02 Apr 2008 14:40:48 GMT
Kiernan Talks To CDRH On EPPT
Kevin Kiernan, Emeritus Professor of English and T. Marshall Hahn Sr. Professor of Arts & Sciences at the University of Kentucky, presented his Edition Production & Presentation Technology to members of the CDRH. EPPT is designed to integrate images and text through XML, to make them available for use by any image-based electronic project. Information about EPPT is available at http://beowulf.engl.uky.edu/~eft/. Wed, 02 Apr 2008 13:42:48 GMT
Raabe Presents at CLIR
Wesley Raabe presented about the Civil War Washington project at the third annual midwinter meeting of the CLIR Postdoctoral Fellows in Information Resources. Elliot Shore writes: "Wesley Raabe (University of Nebraska) is conducting a project that centers on Washington, D.C., during the Civil War. Raabe integrated print and digital sources to offer a new way of looking at how the city was organized, how it functioned, and what was happening where and when." See more on the CLIR website. Tue, 11 Mar 2008 21:31:15 GMT
Scout Report Features Higginson Site
The current edition of the Internet Scout Report reviews the Writings of Thomas Wentworth Higginson http://libtextcenter.unl.edu/higginson/. Particularly noted in the review are "Does Slavery Christianize the Negro?", "Massachusetts in Mourning", and "The Results of Spiritualism". It goes on to note, "Visitors can also browse a topical list which will guide them to specific writings that address the Civil War, John Brown, Kansas, and the Woman's Suffrage Association along with many other fascinating topics." The Internet Scout Project has focused on developing better tools and services for finding, filtering, and presenting online information and metadata since its inception in 1994. Mon, 25 Feb 2008 16:34:36 GMT
Thomas Serves as Scholar-in-Residence
William G. Thomas, III has been the Ben Geer Keys Scholar-in-Residence at Episcopal High School in Alexandria, Virginia, from Feb. 14 to Feb. 20, 2008 where he taught U.S. history courses, lectured on the field of digital history, and presented his current research on "Railroads and the Making of Modern America." Thomas will present his work at Ohio State University on March 4, 2008 on the State of Digital Scholarship see http://library.o su.edu/sites/staff/lectures/ Fri, 22 Feb 2008 14:50:42 GMT
Promotion & Tenure Paper Added to CDRH Website
The Center for Digital Research in the Humanities has published "P & T Criteria for Assessing Digital Research in the Humanities" to its website. From the paper: "The rise of digital humanities has prompted many universities to appoint faculty who specialize in this area. These faculty need to be evaluated, like their colleagues, rigorously and fairly. This document strives to provide a resource which outlines criteria for evaluating dossiers in this scholarly area." Fri, 01 Feb 2008 14:30:35 GMT  The Weather Channel: Your Local Weather Outlook--Lincoln, NE (68588)
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Tornadoes tear across South, leaving 22 dead
Powerful storms killed 22 people in three states over the weekend, including an Oklahoma mother who died while huddling over her child, authorities said. Her son survived with facial injuries. Late Sunday the storm system hit the coast off the Carolinas, officials said.
U.S. aid flight en route to Myanmar
A U.S. military airplane with relief supplies has taken off and is scheduled to land in Myanmar at about 2 p.m. Monday on a mission that American officials say they hope will "build trust."
Bush: Jenna's wedding was 'spectacular'
President Bush today called the wedding of his daughter Jenna to Henry Hager on Saturday evening "spectacular," saying the couple exchanged vows just as the sun set at his Texas ranch.
Obama ties Clinton in race for superdelegates
Sen. Barack Obama has tied Sen. Hillary Clinton in the race for superdelegates, according to CNN's latest count. Obama today picked up the backing of California superdelegate Crystal Strait of the Young Democrats of America. The Democrats next face off Tuesday in West Virginia, where Clinton leads in polls.
Death toll rises as Lebanon simmers
At least 44 people have been killed and more than 140 wounded in four days of clashes between pro- and anti-government supporters in Lebanon, according to the war-torn country's Internal Security Forces.
'Speed Racer' debuts at a distant second
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Skull worship inspires new 'Indiana Jones'
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Voter ID Battle Shifts to Proof of Citizenship
Supporters of a measure in Missouri cite concerns about illegal immigrants voting, but critics say tens of thousands of legal residents could be disenfranchised.
State Programs Add Safety Net for the Poorest
At least a dozen states are giving monthly payments to low-income workers, hoping to keep them off welfare rolls.
More Than 20 Are Killed in Storms
Tornadoes and severe storms cut a swath of damage across Missouri, Oklahoma and central Georgia.
Corruption Case Testimony Taints Rising Political Star
Testimony in the trial of political fund-raiser Antoin Rezko has battered the career of Illinois Gov. Rod R. Blagojevich, who once had his sights set on the White House.
Political Memo: As Rivals Rest on Mother’s Day, Clinton Pushes On
No breakfast in bed for Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton: She rose early and spent a 16-hour day slogging through a cold rain in West Virginia.
Pro Surfer’s Death Exposes Beach Town’s Violent Side
A California beach clique known as the Bird Rock Bandits are facing prosecution under strict gang laws in connection with a surfer’s beating death.
To Curb Truancy, Dallas Tries Electronic Monitoring
Instead of sending truant students to juvenile detention, school officials in East Dallas have begun an electronic monitoring program to improve attendance rates.
The Pundit Analyzing Obama? Some TV Upstart Named Rove
The bête noire of the Democrats has turned pundit, and his old nemeses do not always know what to make of it.
McCain’s TV Preferences Emerge: Office Farce, Not Soap
Presidential candidates long ago learned the power of pop culture, but this year they seem to be leaning particularly hard on it. 
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3 People Killed in Copter Crash
A medical helicopter en route to the University of Wisconsin Hospital crashed shortly after taking off , killing the surgeon, nurse and pilot on board, officials said.  ESPN.com
Back injury hinders Kobe as Jazz tie series at 2-2
Visit ESPN.com for the complete story. Sun, 11 May 2008 17:51:39 PDT
Burnside: Malkin, Pens underline title credentials
Pittsburgh threw down the gauntlet to the Flyers when they flattened Philly 4-2 on Friday to open up a 1-0 game lead in the Eastern Conference finals. Sat, 10 May 2008 09:45:58 PDT
Garcia ousts Goydos in playoff for Players triumph
Sergio Garcia ended the longest victory drought of his career Sunday by making a clutch par putt to force a playoff and hitting the island green 17th on the first extra hole to defeat Paul Goydos in The Players Championship. Sun, 11 May 2008 22:41:48 PDT
Mayo denies claims he took gifts at USC
Former USC basketball player O.J. Mayo, a projected lottery pick in this year's NBA draft, received thousands of dollars in cash, clothes and other benefits that appear to violate NCAA rules, a four-month ESPN Outside the Lines investigation has revealed. Sun, 11 May 2008 23:21:28 PDT
Brewers pull struggling Gagne from closer's role
The Brewers yanked Eric Gagne from the closer's role on Sunday after the reliever called his latest performance embarrassing and said he didn't feel he deserved to pitch the ninth anymore. Sun, 11 May 2008 15:27:58 PDT
NHL fines Ribeiro, Osgood for Game 2 altercation
The NHL has decided not to suspend Mike Ribeiro or Chris Osgood for their Game 2 altercation, according to TSN. Sun, 11 May 2008 20:21:21 PDT
Ward's pinch-hit double lets Cubs stop D-backs
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First-place Marlins grab seventh straight victory
Visit ESPN.com for the complete story. Sun, 11 May 2008 20:59:58 PDT
Nelson guarantees Magic will prevail in Game 5
His team backed into a 3-1 corner in the Eastern Conference semifinals, Orlando Magic guard Jameer Nelson guaranteed a Magic victory when the series returns to Detroit on Tuesday. Sun, 11 May 2008 10:27:20 PDT
Surging Rays knock Angels out of division lead
Visit ESPN.com for the complete story. Sun, 11 May 2008 18:37:05 PDT  ABC News: HomePage
US Launches Relief Airlift to Myanmar After Cyclone
US launches first relief airlift to Myanmar for last week's cyclone victims
Clinton Spends Mother's Day Campaigning in W.Va.
Clinton campaigns on Mother's Day, reminding Democrats of her strong support among women
Boat Carrying Aid for Myanmar Cyclone Victims Sinks
Boat carrying aid for Myanmar cyclone victims sinks as death toll jumps to 28,000
Autism-Vaccine Link Gets Day in Court
Federal court to hear two families' claim that vaccines gave their boys autism.
Scientists Probe Recent Coyote Attacks in California
Wildlife officials investigate recent coyote attacks on children in rural SoCal
Drilling for Oil ??? in Downtown L.A.
Record oil prices have brought fresh interest in the city's wells.
Golfers' Paradise South of the Border
Mexico has a number of top courses, designed by the likes of Nicklaus & Norman.
Sci-Fi Flicks That Get the Science Right
From light sabers to teleportation, most movies bungle science.
Halliburton Rape Claim Goes to Court
Judge orders woman can bring case to court, not be compelled into arbitration
Actor Farina Arrested at Airport With Gun in Luggage
Actor Dennis Farina arrested at Los Angeles airport after gun is found in his luggage  Movies.com New Movie Reviews
The Babysitters
( Release: May. 9, 2008 Rated: R - for disturbing strong sexual content, language and some drug use - involving teens Avg. Score: 1.25/5
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) The Gist —
Not trashy enough considering the premise.
Thu, May 8 2008 11:48:27
The Fall
( Release: May. 9, 2008 Rated: R - for some violent images Avg. Score: 2.5/5
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) The Gist —
Looks great, not filling.
Thu, May 8 2008 02:09:18
Frontier(s)
( Release: May. 9, 2008 Rated: Unrated Avg. Score: 0/5
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) The Gist —
Violent and violently dull.
Thu, May 8 2008 11:52:26
Noise
( Release: May. 9, 2008 Rated: Not Rated Avg. Score: 3.13/5
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) The Gist —
Totally misses its mark.
Thu, May 8 2008 11:41:11
Poultrygeist: Night of the Chicken Dead
( Release: May. 9, 2008 Rated: Not Rated Avg. Score: 3.75/5
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) The Gist —
Over the top disgusting — and that's a good thing.
Thu, May 8 2008 01:25:40
A Previous Engagement
( Release: May. 9, 2008 Rated: Not Rated Avg. Score: 2.5/5
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) The Gist —
Dull and moronically constructed.
Thu, May 8 2008 01:39:08
Speed Racer
( Release: May. 9, 2008 Rated: PG - for sequences of action, some violence and language Avg. Score: 2.5/5
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) The Gist —
Vi sually interesting, but otherwise pretty bad.
Thu, May 8 2008 02:21:40
Surfwise
( Release: May. 9, 2008 Rated: R - for language and some sexual material Avg. Score: 2.5/5
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) The Gist —
Interesting story, but basically who cares.
Thu, May 8 2008 01:18:23
The Tracey Fragments
( Release: May. 9, 2008 Rated: Not Rated Avg. Score: 3.75/5
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) The Gist —
Relies too much on a visual gimmick.
Thu, May 8 2008 01:59:10
What Happens in Vegas
( Release: May. 9, 2008 Rated: PG-13 - for some sexual and crude content, and language,including a drug reference Avg. Score: 2.5/5
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) The Gist —
Has its moments, but not cruel enough to be actually funny.
Thu, May 8 2008 01:32:43
 Quotes of the Day
Robert Copeland
"To get something done, a committee should consist of no more than three men, two of whom are absent."
Floyd Dell
"Idleness is not doing nothing. Idleness is being free to do anything."
Bethania McKenstry
"I'm not sure I want popular opinion on my side -- I've noticed those with the most opinions often have the fewest facts."
Adrienne E. Gusoff
"I have often depended on the blindness of strangers."
David T. Wolf
"Idealism is what precedes experience; cynicism is what follows."
Seneca
"I shall never be ashamed of citing a bad author if the line is good."
G. K. Chesterton
"The men who really believe in themselves are all in lunatic asylums."
Ashley Montague
"Science has proof without any certainty. Creationists have certainty without any proof."
Philip Guedalla
"Autobiography is an unrivaled vehicle for telling the truth about other people." UNL News Releases
More than 2,400 to receive degrees at UNL commencement exercises
More than 2,400 students are scheduled to receive degrees from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in commencement exercises May 9 and 10. Doctoral degree candidates will receive their diplomas and hoods in a ceremony beginning at 3:30 p.m. May 9 at Kimball Recital Hall; baccalaureate and master's degrees will be ... Fri, 09 May 2008 16:00:00 CDT
UNL Chancellor Perlman announces alumni association restructuring
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Chancellor Harvey Perlman today announced that the Nebraska Alumni Association, the UNL Chancellor's Office and the University of Nebraska Foundation have restructured the Alumni Association to provide more integrated alumni engagement and a stronger connection between the association and the university. The new structure emphasizes alumni programs ... Fri, 09 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT
27 ROTC cadets to receive military commissions at May 10 ceremony
Twenty-seven cadets in the University of Nebraska-Lincoln ROTC program will receive military commissions in a May 10 joint commissioning ceremony in the Nebraska Union, 1400 R St. The ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m. in the auditorium. It is free and open to the public. Following is a list of ... Thu, 08 May 2008 02:00:00 CDT
47 UNL students inducted into Phi Beta Kappa
Forty-seven University of Nebraska-Lincoln students from the colleges of Arts and Sciences, Education and Human Sciences, and Journalism and Mass Communications, and the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts were initiated into membership in Phi Beta Kappa this month. Phi Beta Kappa is the nation's oldest academic honor society ... Thu, 08 May 2008 02:00:00 CDT
Engineering dean Allen earns national award for international leadership
David H. Allen, dean of University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Engineering, was selected a winner of the 2008 Michael P. Malone International Leadership Award by the National Association of State Universities and Land Grant Colleges. He has been invited to a luncheon ceremony at the commission's summer meeting in Portsmouth ... Thu, 08 May 2008 02:00:00 CDT
UNL trumpeter Darryl White inaugurates Sheldon's 17th Jazz in June season
Now in its 17th season, the Jazz in June concert series promises great jazz and great food in the great outdoors on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus this summer. Organized by the Sheldon Art Association, this year's free jazz series kicks off on June 3 with the UNL School of ... Wed, 07 May 2008 02:00:00 CDT
Outdoor sculpture 'Reverie' to be dedicated at quilt museum
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln on May 22 will dedicate the outdoor sculpture "Reverie," installed outside the new International Quilt Study Center and Museum, 1523 N. 33rd St. The sculpture, created by California artist Linda Fleming, was commissioned and donated by Robert Duncan, Dianne Duncan Thomas and Kathryn Dawn Duncan to ... Tue, 06 May 2008 02:00:00 CDT
Sorensen establishes public service scholarship for UNL students
Former adviser to President John F. Kennedy and University of Nebraska graduate Theodore "Ted" Sorensen has established a scholarship for outstanding students interested in public service. The Theodore C. Sorensen Public Service Scholarship is a permanently endowed fund created with a gift of $55,000 to the University of Nebraska Foundation ... Mon, 05 May 2008 08:55:16 CDT
More than 2,400 to receive degrees at UNL commencement exercises
More than 2,400 students will receive degrees at University of Nebraska-Lincoln commencement exercises May 9 and 10. Chancellor Harvey Perlman will preside at the ceremonies, which for the first time will include separate commencement exercises for doctoral degree recipients. The main commencement exercises, for baccalaureate and master's degrees, begins at ... Thu, 01 May 2008 02:00:00 CDT
Anne Cech to receive Alumni Distinguished Service award
A longtime Lincoln volunteer and 1952 University of Nebraska graduate will be honored with the Nebraska Alumni Association's Distinguished Service Award May 9 during the All-University Celebration and Salute to Alumni Achievement at the Nebraska Champions Club. Anne Cech has devoted more than 40 years of volunteer service to strengthening ... Thu, 01 May 2008 02:00:00 CDT
Nebraska Headline News
Huskers Complete Sweep with 13-10 Win
 Bryce Nimmo went 4-for-6 with four RBIs, as fifth-ranked Nebraska completed a doubleheader sweep of No. 9 Texas A&M, winning the nightcap, 13-10, Sunday evening at Hawks Field. Sun, 11 May 2008 00:00:00 CST
Huskers Fall in Big 12 Title Game
 The Nebraska softball team's quest for the Big 12 title fell one game short on Sunday, as the Huskers' strong postseason run ended with a runner-up finish at the Big 12 Championship in Oklahoma City. In the championship game, fourth-ranked Texas A&M proved why it was the tournament's top seed by capturing its first title with a 5-0 victory. Sun, 11 May 2008 00:00:00 CST
Huskers, Aggies Rained Out; Doubleheader Sunday
 Saturday's scheduled baseball game between fifth-ranked Nebraska and ninth-ranked Texas A&M has been postponed because of rain. The game, originally scheduled for 2:05 p.m., was pushed back to 5 p.m., but continued inclement weather and forecast for continued rain forced the game to be postponed until Noon (CDT) on Sunday. Game two will start approximately 30 minutes following the conclusion of game one. Sat, 10 May 2008 00:00:00 CST
NU Advances to Title Game with 6-1 Win
 Junior Crystal Carwile belted a three-run homer three batters into the game and junior right-hander Molly Hill tossed her best game of the season against a Big 12 Conference opponent, as the Huskers advanced to the Big 12 Championship Game with a 6-1 semifinal victory over Texas Tech on Saturday at Hall of Fame Stadium. Sat, 10 May 2008 00:00:00 CST
Huskers Upset No. 7 Sooners at Big 12 Championship
 The Nebraska softball team scored five runs over the first three innings and added a crucial insurance run in the seventh and held off a late Oklahoma rally to defeat the second-seeded and seventh-ranked Sooners, 6-5, in the quarterfinals of the Big 12 Championship at Hall of Fame Stadium. Sat, 10 May 2008 00:00:00 CST
Real Nebraska
Season 2 - Episode 10
Take me out to the ballpark, spit some seeds, and behold the berms. Tue, 15 May 2007 00:00:00 CST
Season 2 - Episode 09
Find out what's for lunch, meet the Dairy Queen, and get a job. Mon, 9 April 2007 00:00:00 CST
Season 2 - Episode 08
Fly the college flag, ingest an insect, and discover just how cool engineers can be. Mon, 12 March 2007 00:00:00 CST
Season 2 - Episode 07
Plan a romantic rendezvous, experience a Nebraska heat wave, and solve the chemical equation for love. Fri, 09 February 2007 00:00:00 CST
Season 2 - Episode 06
Kick off the new year with a fresh perspective, a fun class, and a futile resolution. Don't be late. Thu, 11 January 2007 00:00:00 CST
Season 2 - Episode 05
A look at UNL's spectacular holiday feast. Celebrate the season, evaluate cartoons, and let them eat cake! Thu, 14 December 2006 00:00:00 CST
Season 2 - Episode 04
What is Homecoming anyway? Do the Pizza Pass, donate blood, and answer the burning question, "Where's Russell?" Thu, 16 November 2006 00:00:00 CST
Season 2 - Episode 03
Embrace the Husker experience! Discover where donuts and religion meet, learn to twirl, and dress for game day success. Wed, 04 October 2006 00:00:00 CST
Season 2 - Episode 02
Do the tunnelwalk, navigate Big Red Welcome and row the boat. Plus, seven tips for freshman success. Mon, 18 September 2006 00:00:00 CST
Season 2 - Episode 01
Check out the campus! Learn to walk backwards, search for a roommate, and sing a rousing Nebraska song. Mon, 14 August 2006 00:00:00 CST
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
E.N. THOMPSON FORUM | Nebraska's Water Future: Feast or Famine
Bruce Babbitt was Governor of Arizona from 1978-87 and Attorney General of Arizona from 1975-78. As governor, he brought environmental and resource management to the forefront in the state. He negotiated and steered to passage the Arizona Groundwater Management Act of 1980, which remains the most comprehensive water regulatory system in the nation. He was also responsible for creation of the Arizona Department of Water Resources and the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. Appointed Secretary of the Interior by President Clinton, Babbitt led the creation of the forest plan in the Pacific Northwest, restoration of the Florida Everglades, passage of the California Desert Protection Act, and legislation for the National Wildlife Refuge system. As a certified fire fighter, he brought his front line experience to creating a new federal wild land fire policy that emphasized the role of fire in maintenance and restoration of natural ecosystems. He pioneered the use of habitat conservation plans under the Endangered Species Act and worked with Clinton to create 22 new national monuments. He is the author of "Cities in the Wilderness," recently issued by Island Press, in which he lays out a new vision of land use in America. He currently serves as a director of the World Wildlife Fund. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:00:00 -0600
OLSON SEMINAR | Robert Oglesby
Robert Oglesby, Professor of Climate Modeling, Department of Geosciences and School of Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln delivers a lecture titled, "Causes of Drought in the Great Plains." Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:32:00 -0600
OLSON SEMINAR | James Hewitt
James Hewitt, Attorney and Adjunct Professor of History at Nebraska Wesleyan University delivers a lecture titled, "Taking the Court Public." Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:32:00 -0600
NEBRASKA LECTURE | Quilts: Reflections of Trade, Technology and Tradition
University of Nebraska-Lincoln textiles scientist Patricia Cox Crews will discuss how quilts reflect American culture and the lives of quilt makers during the spring Nebraska Lecture. The lecture, "Quilts: Reflections of Trade, Technology and Tradition," is part of The Nebraska Lectures: Chancellor's Distinguished Lecture Series. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:25:00 -0600
E.N. THOMPSON FORUM | For God's Sake
Known as "The Green Evangelist," Reverend Richard Cizik calls climate change a crisis of "biblical proportions." Cizik is vice president for governmental affairs of the National Association of Evangelicals (NAE). His responsibilities include setting NAE's policy direction on issues before Congress, the White House, and the Supreme Court, as well as serving as a national spokesman on issues of concern to evangelicals. A conservative both politically and religiously, Cizik is on a mission to convert tens of millions of Americans to the cause of conservation, using a right-to-life framework and spreading the doctrine of "creation care" to evangelical Christians. Thanks to his leadership, NAE released a manifesto urging its members to adopt eco-friendly living habits and exhorting the government to lighten America's environmental footprint. The organization also circulated a charter calling on its member network and top-level Beltway allies to fight global warming. Educated in political science and public affairs, Cizik also received a Master of Divinity from Denver Seminary and an honorary Doctorate of Ministry in Christian Leadership from the Methodist Episcopal Church. Rev. Cizik was ordained by the Evangelical Presbyterian Church in 1992 and, in addition to his work for NAE, maintains an active preaching and speaking schedule. Mon, 25 Feb 2008 18:30:00 -0600
OLSON SEMINAR | Guy Reynolds
Guy Reynolds, Professor of English and Director of the Cather Project at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln delivers a lecture titled, "Permanence and Transmission: Willa Cather's Entropology." Wed, 20 Feb 2008 11:32:00 -0600
E.N. THOMPSON FORUM | Winning the Oil Endgame
Physicist Amory Lovins is the Co-founder, Chairman, and Chief Scientist of the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), an independent think-and-do-tank that creates abundance by design. RMI works with individuals and organizations of every imaginable kind to help them use energy and resources efficiently while being ever-better stewards of the environment. Tue, 12 Feb 2008 17:00:00 -0600
E.N. THOMPSON FORUM | Winning the Oil Endgame
Physicist Amory Lovins is the Co-founder, Chairman, and Chief Scientist of the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), an independent think-and-do-tank that creates abundance by design. RMI works with individuals and organizations of every imaginable kind to help them use energy and resources efficiently while being ever-better stewards of the environment. Tue, 12 Feb 2008 17:00:00 -0600
OLSON SEMINAR | Ann Bleed
Ann Bleed , Director, Nebraska Department of Natural Resources delivers a lecture titled, "Formulating Policies for Future Water Use on the Great Plains." Wed, 23 Jan 2008 11:32:00 -0600
OLSON SEMINAR | J. Dixon Esseks
J. Dixon Esseks, Visiting Scholar, Center for Great Plains Studies at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and Emeritus Professor of Public Administration, Northern Illinois University delivers a lecture titled, "What kinds of farms and ranches can survive in urbanizing areas? Hobby and/or commericial? Temporary and/or lasting?." Thu, 15 Nov 2007 11:32:00 -0600
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Events
Nuestra Familia, Nuestra Universidad
Monday, May 12th | All day-12:00 am | N/A Fri, 15 Feb 2008 14:00:21 -0600
15th Annual Intercampus Golf Classic - Kearney, Neb.
University of Nebraska Golf Classic - 4-person scramble Monday, May 12th | 11:00 am | Meadowlark Hills Golf Course
Wed, 27 Feb 2008 13:14:28 -0600
Forsberg's "On Ancient Wings" exhibit celebrates Sandhill Cranes
Now through August 14, 2008 in the Cooper Gallery at Morrill Hall, (14th and U Streets), an exhibit of photography by Michael Forsberg will coincide with the sandhill cranes’ arrival in Nebraska. Every March along the Platte River, the fields come to life with these elegant visitors. Through 44 stunning color photographs, On Ancient Wings intertwines the lives of cranes, people, and their common places to tell an enduring story at a time when North American sandhill crane colonies and their natural habitats face daunting prospects. Cost: Free w/ UNL Fac/staff/student ID. General public: $10 family, $5 adult, $3 child 5-18, Free under 4. www.museum.unl.edu 472-2642 Thursday, February 14th | All day-12:00 am | MORRILL HALL Room:Cooper Gallery
Fri, 15 Feb 2008 15:49:27 -0600
Summer Sessions Registration Begins
Summer Session is a great opportunity to graduate sooner, take a prerequisite, avoid scheduling conflicts, and enjoy smaller classes. Summer registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis with no preference for academic class - SIGN UP EARLY! Monday, March 10th | All day-12:00 am | UNL
Tue, 22 Jan 2008 15:53:21 -0600
"Clothing and Ornaments of the Miao People from the Chojun Textile Art Museum"
Friday, March 28th | All day-12:00 am | Lentz Center for Asian Culture Thu, 03 Apr 2008 14:44:14 -0500
"Quilts in Common"
Quilt Exhibition International Quilt Study Center & Museum Sunday, March 30th | All day-12:00 am | International Quilt Study Center & Museum Room:Gallery
Mon, 25 Feb 2008 11:16:55 -0600
"Nancy Crow: Cloth, Culture, Context"
Quilt Exhibition International Quilt Study Center & Museum Sunday, March 30th | All day-12:00 am | International Quilt Study Center & Museum
Mon, 25 Feb 2008 11:24:42 -0600
NU Technology Monthly Meeting The NU Technology Group is an organization of technology professionals at the University of Nebraska. The group has members from information technology groups across the four campuses and meets to collaborate on ideas regarding technology and its application. The NU Tech Group meets the 1st Thursday of each month from 11:30 - 1:00pm at various NU-Wide locations.
For more information and how to join the group, go to http://nutech.unl.edu. Thursday, April 3rd | |
