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If reasonable accommodations such as interpreters, large print, special seating, etc. are needed to accommodate a disability for events hosted by university departments, please reach out to the contact listed in the event at least two weeks prior. The department will work with you to discuss accommodations and ensure appropriate arrangements are available.

Immerse Yourself

Dive into the Big Red Welcome calendar to discover endless possibilities. Our diverse and heavily involved student body offer over 500 student organizations and countless campus events. As you pursue your passions and explore university resources, you'll discover your Husker Student POWER, the key to your best student experience.


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Signature Events

Big Red Lied Experience
AUGUST 30, 2024

starts at 8 p.m. | Lied Center for Performing Arts

Playfair: The Ultimate Icebreaker
AUGUST 21, 2024

starts at 8:15 p.m. | Vine Street Fields

Urban Plunge: First year Student Service Project
AUGUST 22, 2024

8:30 to 11:30 a.m.| meet at Nebraska Union's Memorial Plaza

College Welcome Programs
AUGUST 22, 2024

starts at 2:30 p.m. | Various Locations

Tunnel Walk and New Student Welcome
AUGUST 23, 2024

5 to 6 p.m. | Memorial Stadium

Chancellor's BBQ
AUGUST 23, 2024

6 to 7 p.m. | Nebraska Union, Meier Commons

Husker Mania
AUGUST 23, 2024

6:30 to 9 p.m. | Mabel Lee Field

Well-being Fest
AUGUST 24, 2024

10 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Nebraska Union, Meier Commons

Boneyard Bash
AUGUST 24, 2024

3:30 to 4:30 p.m. | Memorial Stadium - enter at Gate 24

BIPOC Welcome Reception
AUGUST 24, 2024

7 to 9 p.m. | Nebraska Union, Ballroom

Party at the Union
AUGUST 24, 2024

9 to 11:55 p.m. | Nebraska Union, Meier Commons

Big Red Welcome Street Festival

presented by Nebraska Army National Guard

AUGUST 25, 2024

6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Memorial Stadium, Loop Parking Lot

Nvolvement Fair at City Campus
AUGUST 28, 2024

4 to 6 p.m. | Nebraska Union, Memorial Plaza & Meier Commons

Nvolvement Fair at East Campus
AUGUST 29, 2024

4 to 6 p.m. | Nebraska East Union, Great Plains Room

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