December 3 - December 10, 2021

Unkissed Kisses

A new exhibit in Love Library highlights the historical moments of LGBTQ+ literature, writers, and their roles in the history of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. The exhibit also celebrates the first LGBTQ course offered at a state university and taught by gay scholar, Louis Crompton, and is one event among a series of events to celebrate UNL’s support of LGBTQ studies. A collaborative project between Timothy Schaffert, Susan Rosowski Associate Professor of English and director of the Creative Writing Program; Erin Colonna, Graphic Designer, Libraries; Traci Robison, Assistant Professor of Practice and Outreach Archivist; and Andrew Jewell, Professor and Interim Chair of Digital Initiatives and Special Collections, the exhibit draws its title, “Unkissed Kisses,” from a poem by Oscar Wilde, who visited the University of Nebraska in 1882.

The exhibit will be open for the remainder of the fall through the spring semester and can be viewed in two locations within Love Library, in the lobby of the second floor and in display classes on the lower level of Love South.

Schaffert and Robison created a digital supplement (https://libarchives.unl.edu/project/unkissed-kisses/) to the exhibit with additional information about featured topics and individuals that will be released soon. The digital component will also allow those who are not able to visit Love to learn from the exhibit.

Writing Brilliant Essays: A Conversation with Kristen Elias Rowley

Date: Dec. 6, 2021
Time: 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
Zoom: https://unl.zoom.us/j/98623811749

Free Movie Night: Dr. Suess’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Date: Dec. 5, 2021
Time: 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Nebraska Union, Swanson Auditorium

Cap off the semester with fun and your friends at a free screening of the popular live-action holiday classic starring Jim Carrey as the infamous Grinch, with co-stars Taylor Momsen, Christine Baranski, Molly Shannon and Max the Dog.

Free for UNL students. Bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy during the event.

ARRIVE EARLY.
Limited seating for 300 students on a first-come, first-serve basis.

MOVIE SUMMARY
Directed by Ron Howard. In this live-action adaptation of the beloved children’s tale by Dr. Seuss, the reclusive green Grinch decides to ruin Christmas for the cheery citizens of Whoville. Reluctantly joined by his hapless dog Max, the Grinch comes down from his mountaintop home and sneaks into town to swipe everything Christmas-related from the Whos. However, the bitter grump finds a hitch in his plans when he encounters the endearing Cindy Lou Who. [IMDb.com]

Watch the film trailer: https://youtu.be/YQV5Pr7pWtM

De-Stress Fest

Date: Dec. 6, 2021
Time: 5:30 pm–6:30 pm
Nebraska Union

Finals preparation week can be stressful for students, but it is also essential to take a break! Destress Fest is a weeklong event where you can step away from studying for a while to engage in fun, relaxing activities and engage in community building. De-Stress Fest this fall is from December 6 through December 9.

Join the OASIS Student Advisory Board as they host a range of exciting opportunities, from an evening of arts and crafts to karaoke night. All the events are in-person.

Study at Sheldon

Date: Dec. 8, 2021
Time: 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Sheldon Museum of Art

Admission is free.

https://sheldonartmuseum.org/

What the Health: How to reduce stress and get more sleep

Date: Dec. 8, 2021
Time: 5:30 pm–6:00 pm
Zoom

Cornhusker Marching Band Highlights Concert

Date: Dec. 8, 2021
Time: 7:30 pm
Lied Center for Performing Arts

It’s show time as the Cornhusker Marching Band Highlights Concert returns to the Lied Center for Performing Arts. Come experience the sights and sounds of the Pride of all Nebraska as they perform halftime shows from the 2021 season, their Pregame Spectacular and much more!

Tickets are Adults $20; Students/Seniors $10. Tickets are available from the Lied Center Box Office at (402) 472-4747.

Tea Time Friday Semester Finale

Date: Dec. 10, 2021
Time: 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center, Kawasaki Reading Room (Room 302)

Join us for a tea tasting challenge to win a prize! We will have several teas out to taste without labels. Your job is to taste test and see if you can match the type to the tea!

We will announce the winner during winter break.

This event is free and open to UNL students.

Holiday Party and Cookie Decorating

Date: Dec. 10, 2021
Time: 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center, Kawasaki Reading Room (Room 302)

Texas Hold ‘em Tournament

Date: Dec. 10, 2021
Time: 5:00 pm
Campus Recreation Center

Entry fee: FREE
Leagues: Open
Registration deadline: Sign up on site

Winners get an IM champs t-shirt.

All attendees are required to wear a face-covering unless actively exercising, encouraged to observe physical distancing, and wash hands often.

Musical Theatre Showcase

Date: Dec. 10, 2021
Time: 7:30 pm
Westbrook Music Building, Room 119

If you love musical theatre, the Musical Theatre Showcase night is not to be missed.

Scenes from both classic and more contemporary musicals will be performed in a free performance by Nebraska’s award-winning musical theatre students in the Glenn Korff School of Music.

Coordinator of Musical Theatre Studies Alisa Belflower will host the showcase.

Free and open to the public.

LAURUS is taking submissions!

Laurus encourages undergraduate students to submit their visual art, fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction for our Spring 2022 issue now through Sunday, January 9, 2022. To submit your work, go to laurusmagazine.submittable.com, and follow the submission guidelines here. You must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln to have your work included in Laurus.

Civic Life Project opportunities

The Civic Life Project is a video storytelling nonprofit organization. We engage youth in democracy by inviting them to create documentary films about issues that they care about (i.e. climate change, immigration, voter suppression, etc).

 Below are some civic engagement initiatives you may be interested in:

• Democracy 2022 Youth Film Challenge: Our film competition for young adults ages 15-25. Participants create a compelling video examining an issue they are passionate about with the chance to receive up to $5,000 in cash prizes and have their film screened at our online Awards Ceremony in September, 2022 (learn more).
• Civic Life Youth Advisory Board: Join a diverse network of civically-minded and creative young adults passionate about using documentary filmmaking  as a platform for political engagement! Gain valuable leadership and communication skills, volunteer experience, networking opportunities, exposure, and more. Flyer to learn more attached. Apply here. 

Our aim is to prepare and inspire young adults to create powerful films that elevate their voice and empower them, and others, to effect change through civic action.

No Limits Student Research Conference: Call for Papers!

The Women's & Gender Studies Program of the University of Nebraska - Lincoln is delighted to announce the Call for Papers for this year's No Limits Student Research Conference -- "Writing as Resistance," featuring SJ Sindu as the keynote speaker. Please find attached a flyer to share through your publicity channels.

The conference will be held Friday, March 11, 2022 at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. It will take place in person at the Nebraska City Campus Student Union and will abide by COVID requirements as directed by the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department at that time. Please visit this link for the University's most up-to-date COVID-related policies & information.

An alum of UNL, the keynote speaker Professor SJ Sindu is a Sri Lankan American novelist and short story writer. Her first novel, Marriage of a Thousand Lies, was released by Soho Press in June 2017, won the Publishing Triangle Edmund White Award for Debut Fiction, and was named an American Library Association Stonewall Honor Book. Her forthcoming book, Blue-Skinned Gods, has been described by Roxane Gay as “another brilliant novel…[T]he richness of this story will take hold of you and never let go.” 

The deadline for proposals is Friday, January 21, 2022. Proposals can be submitted online here.

 No Limits is a student research conference. So please announce to your students and share widely with others. There is no registration cost, and the event is free and open to the public. 

We invite proposals from undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates on any topic from any discipline related to women's issues, lives, histories, or culture; or women's and gender studies. Creative writing, visual arts, film, music, performances, workshops, and academic papers are all welcome. Proposals for individual presentations or pre-made panels are accepted. 

Additional information about the conference can be found here. More information will be added as conference organizing continues. So stay tuned!

Should you have additional questions, please submit them to -- nolimitsunl@unl.edu. 

Mortar Board applications open!

Mortar Board is the University of Nebraska’s only national senior honor society and is an association of collegians selected for distinguished ability in Scholarship, Leadership, and Service. Throughout the year, Mortar Board is involved in numerous activities including recognizing outstanding educators through our “Professor of the Month” award program, participating in the homecoming week RSO competition, and volunteering weekly at local elementary schools through Reading is Leading. As a member of Mortar Board, you will take part in these activities and many more with an outstanding group of individuals.

Our application is now open! Juniors are invited to apply for membership in UNL's the Black Masque Chapter of Mortar Board. Freshman, Sophomores, and Seniors are invited to apply to be Mortar Board Notables and for the Drvol Family Scholarship. All applications are due by January 21, 2022. Our application is available on our website: www.unl.edu/mortarboard/.  

You can also find us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at unl.mortarboard.selection2022@gmail.com or through social media!