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The Daily Nebraskan’s Ohio State Beatdown Recovery Playlist
Everybody has been in their feels at one point or another — you know, that ‘stare out the window while a sad song plays in the background’ type of mood. And after Nebraska’s soul-crushing loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes on Saturday night, the Daily Nebraskan Culture staff wanted to make a soundtrack to complement the Husker fans’ emo vibes. So if you’re still recovering from the disheartening 48-7 point loss, put your headphones in, turn on this playlist and hope for a redeeming win this weekend.
Your Morning on Campus 4/9
The April 9 episode of The Daily Nebraskan’s daily news podcast, Your Morning on Campus. Elizabeth Rembert: Good morning and welcome to The Daily Nebraskan’s daily news podcast. It is Tuesday, April 9. Your weather for today is sunny and windy with a high of 73 and a low of 48. I am senior news editor Elizabeth Rembert, and this is Your Morning Campus.
When in harm's way: Run, Hide, Fight at UNL
About 26 school shootings occurred per year from 1970 to 2017, but 2018’s surge to 97 reported active shooter incidents forced schools to devise ways to protect students. In Pennsylvania’s Blue Mountain School District, teachers filled buckets with river rocks and placed them by classroom doors so the class could pelt intruders with stones. The frenzy caused a policy created in 2012 by the City of Houston as a personal emergency procedure for active shooter situations to gain popularity.
UNL ROTC prepares for the worst with active shooter training
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Reserve Officer Training Corps instructs its students to protect the country, and it also ensures students know how to protect themselves on campus. The Navy and Air Force UNL ROTC branches provide active shooter trainings at least once a year to prepare students in the battalions to effectively react to an active shooter event if one were to occur on campus.
Your Morning on Campus 3/14
The March 14 episode of The Daily Nebraskan's daily news podcast, Your Morning on Campus.
Your Morning on Campus 2/4
The Feb. 4 episode of The Daily Nebraskan's daily news podcast, Your Morning on Campus.
Your Morning on Campus 1/31
The Jan. 31 episode of The Daily Nebraskan's daily news podcast, Your Morning on Campus.
Your Morning on Campus 1/28
The Jan. 28 episode of The Daily Nebraskan's daily news podcast, Your Morning on Campus.
Former Lincoln Pius X football coach reflects on Rams kicker Greg Zuerlein
When Los Angeles Rams kicker Greg Zuerlein nailed consecutive long-distance field goals with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line, it didn’t surprise former Lincoln Pius X head football coach Tim Aylward. “[Zuerlein] has that confidence in himself,” Aylward said. “He knows that if he has that opportunity, he wants to try it because he really believes he can make it.” Aylward coached Lincoln Pius X for 31 years until his retirement in 2015 and was Zuerlein’s coach until he graduated in 2006.
Clinic offers free counseling, training for psychology graduate students
Even before the University Health Center began offering free counseling sessions, University of Nebraska-Lincoln students, staff and faculty members could find free counseling elsewhere on campus. The department of educational psychology has offered appointments to UNL students, staff and faculty member at no cost for years.
Campus Conversations Episode 1
The inaugural podcast of The Daily Nebraskan's Campus Conversations with special guest Chancellor Ronnie Green.
OASIS to host Martin Luther King Jr. Day events, speakers
Campus and community events at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln will remember Martin Luther King Jr. not only by celebrating his legacy but also by fighting to continue his dream. Opportunities throughout the week of Martin Luther King Jr. Day provide a way for students to work toward and hear new ideas on creating equality, Charlie Foster, assistant vice chancellor for Student Affairs in the Office of Academic Success and Intercultural Services, said.
Possible phishing scam attempts to collect UNL students’ personal information
Physics professor Keith Foreman’s students thought they were writing down their names and phone numbers to sign up for tutoring in their class, but the paper wasn’t from their professor, nor was he offering tutoring services. When a student brought Foreman the sheet, he thought it was suspicious and showed it to the main office in Jorgenson Hall. “The office said they had seen papers like this before,” he said.
KOPPLIN: Students’ specific majors hold little importance in job field
The choice of what to do with the rest of one’s life can be an enormous weight upon one’s shoulders. This is a difficult decision all young people are expected to make, but the stress it puts upon students can be lessened by accepting that the jobs one gets after graduation aren’t directly dependent upon one’s major. One of the biggest stresses affecting college students is the declaration of a major. It seems as though one’s entire future is dictated by a single decision.
UNLPD followed Clery Act with controversial, campus-wide email
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Police Department warned students through a university-wide email on Dec. 4, 2018, about two unknown male students who reportedly sexually assaulted a female student in a residence hall. According to UNLPD Chief Owen Yardley, the threat is no longer present on campus. However, the investigation is ongoing. Yardley said the email helped the procedures, but the description of the suspects raised concerns from UNL community members.
The UNL tenure process
Most professors at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln are working toward tenure, according to Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Academic Officer Donde Plowman. Tenure appointments give faculty a guarantee of indefinite employment that can be terminated only under exceptional circumstances. Professors work through a six-year process to reach tenure.
NU men’s basketball started well, but falling short in conference play
Head coach Tim Miles is off to his best start ever at Nebraska. The Huskers finally beat Creighton and have been ranked multiple times this season, but the Big Ten hasn’t treated Miles well. Nebraska’s worst start in conference play since the 2015-16 season has Nebraska ranked ninth in the Big Ten. At Pinnacle Bank Arena, the Huskers have been dominant, winning every game by double-digits. Additionally, the Huskers picked up their lone conference win at PBA.
Fans have reasons to be hopeful despite NU men’s basketball losing streak
Halfway through the regular season, the Nebraska men’s basketball team has already experienced plenty of ups and downs. The Huskers jumped out to their best start since 2010, but a recent stretch of losses has caused some worry among fans. Despite the Huskers’ recent struggles, there are still reasons for hope as they enter the latter half of the season. Solid defense As the saying goes, defense wins championships, and Nebraska’s defense might just carry it into the NCAA Tournament. Through Jan.
Nebraska football schedules Akron in 2025 as makeup date for cancelled 2018 game
Nebraska Football will host Akron at Memorial Stadium on Sept. 6, 2025 as announced by the Nebraska Athletic Department Monday. The game was scheduled to make up for the cancelled home-opener in 2018. Nebraska Athletic Director Bill Moos said he is appreciative of the opportunity for the two schools to meet again in the future. “We are pleased to finalize an agreement with Akron that is beneficial for both institutions,” Moos said in a press release.
NCAA football teams prepare for bowl games over winter break
Nine Big Ten teams qualified for bowl games and all nine will play in bowl games this year. From the West division, Northwestern, Iowa, Wisconsin, Purdue and Minnesota qualified. From the East, Ohio State, Penn State, Michigan and Michigan State qualified as well. A Big Ten football team will be in action on every day from Dec. 26-Jan. 1 except Dec. 30. Quick Lane Bowl (Detroit on Dec. 26): Minnesota (6-6) vs.
NCAA volleyball power rankings, tournament predictions
Nebraska volleyball heads into its 37th NCAA Tournament appearance to face Hofstra in the first round on Friday, Nov. 30. In order to capture their third title in four years, the Huskers will have to navigate a field of 63 other teams and win six matches in a row against some of the best teams in the country. Here’s a breakdown of the top teams in the tournament and other foes Nebraska could meet in the postseason.
Men’s college basketball team rankings heading into conference play
College basketball is finally back. With non-conference play winding down for most of the Big Ten Conference following the conclusion of the Big Ten/ACC challenge, it’s time to take a look at where teams stand heading into conference play. 1. Michigan Wolverines (7-0) The No. 7 Wolverines, led by head coach John Beilein, are the clear front runners in the Big Ten so far this season.
Editor score predictions: Nebraska Huskers vs. Michigan State Spartans
Jacob Bova, Assistant Sports Editor: Nebraska 27, Michigan State 26 The Huskers enter the game off the back of three wins out of their last four games, while Michigan State comes into the contest after getting utterly outclassed by the Ohio State Buckeyes 26-6. The matchup to watch for this game will be between the Husker rushing attack and the vaunted Michigan State run defense.
KRUSE: Why 'Pokemon' and 'Detective Pikachu' could be Marvel’s first real competitor
Like many people, I was surprised when Warner Bros. announced a couple years ago they would be developing a “Detective Pikachu” film. The film would be based on the video game of the same name — which itself is a spin-off of the main “Pokemon” franchise. Ryan Reynolds soon joined the project as the voice of its title character, and Rob Letterman, the director of “Monsters vs. Aliens” and 2015’s “Goosebumps,” signed on to direct.
Education Abroad Office at UNL hopes more students study outside Europe
When university students consider studying abroad, they’re more likely imagining the sights and sounds of Paris or Rome than those of Beijing or Johannesburg. The study abroad data from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln lines up with national statistics, Rebecca Baskerville, the director of Education Abroad at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, said. Of students who studied abroad, 60 percent traveled to Europe during the 2017-2018 school year on credit-earning experiences.
Husker football vs. Illinois: AJ Bush, rushing, turnovers
The Huskers will aim to move on from their near-upset of Ohio State with a solid showing against the Illinois Fighting Illini. Nebraska enters the game at 2-7 with a 1-5 record in Big Ten play while Illinois is 4-5 and 2-4 in the Big Ten. Here are three storylines to watch: AJ Bush returns to Lincoln Bush, the Illini’s starting quarterback, committed to Nebraska and spent two years with the program before transferring away.
Watch out, Google, this software engineering freshman is coming in hot
Jaden Goter has been coding since he was 12 years old and made two full apps as a sixth grader.Even with his experience from childhood, the freshman software engineering major at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln said his degree will help him land his dream job — working in or owning a game development studio.Although companies like Google recently changed their hiring standards to no longer require a degree, Goter said he would need more practice with coding as well as more self-discipline...
CONTE: Political artwork is mostly just propaganda
The Sheldon Museum of Art has opened its doors to all types of art, including concert posters from the age of psychedelia, a sculpture of what appears to be a phallus and photos imitating Mastercard commercials. All of these pieces bring to mind the question: is that art?This, of course, is an unanswerable question. The artist, by his or her very nature, broadens art’s scope.
UNL History Harvest explores Italian-American culture
University of Nebraska-Lincoln history professors will continue their History Harvest project by collecting stories from Italian-Americans about their culture and experience during a “harvest” at Omaha’s Santa Lucia Hall on Sunday, Oct.
Throwback Thursday: The KKK in Nebraska
The Daily Nebraskan published an article in the fall of 1968 about the history of the Ku Klux Klan in the United States and Nebraska, nearly six months after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.The issue, which was four pages of student-made graphics, opinion pieces and race related coverage, presented the article titled “The Nebraska klan: a history” on page two.The first Klavern, a meeting place for local klansmen located at 41st and Farnam streets in Omaha, is now the site of a...
Professor discusses changing Nebraska landscape in past, present, future
The landscape of Nebraska has changed countless times over the billions of years since Earth formed, and it will continue to change whether the change is welcomed or not.According to Timothy Schilling, a UNL anthropology professor and archaeologist at the Lincoln-based Midwest Archeological Center, one way to prepare for future changes in Nebraska’s surroundings is by using information from the past.People first arrived in Nebraska 10,000 years ago while they were hunting megafauna, such as...
What to watch for as Nebraska hopes for a win against Minnesota
Nebraska returns home after two consecutive road trips in search of its first win of the year against the Minnesota Golden Gophers. The Golden Gophers are coming off a tough loss to Ohio State and are 3-3 on the year with an 0-3 mark in Big Ten play.Here are three storylines to watch:Turnovers galore There is no better way to kill a drive than by turning the ball over, and both teams have shown a penchant for doing just that so far this year.
Possession of narcotics is most common UNL crime according to UNLPD’s crime log
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Police Department daily crime log shows no significant changes between reports of crimes and fires during the 2016-2017 school year and the 2017-2018 school year.UNLPD keeps a crime log in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, so students can be informed about criminal activity and fires on campus.These results slightly differ from the Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report because the...
Players to watch for Nebraska football vs. Minnesota
Nebraska returns home this week seeking its first win of the season against the Minnesota Golden Gophers, who enter the contest with a record of 3-3. With an offense that helped the team start 3-0, here are four Minnesota players to watch:Zack Annexstad, QBMinnesota’s offense is led by a true freshman walk-on who managed to win the team’s quarterback competition in the offseason.
How the Big Ten Conference is shaping up at week seven
This week included two upset losses of ranked Big Ten teams and a slow start for the Big Ten leader Ohio State.Here is how the conference is shaping up after the conclusion of week seven:Ohio State (7-0, 4-0) The Buckeyes don’t have a decisive win in Big Ten play thus far, as Ohio State squeaked by Minnesota, 30-14 last week. Minnesota led the contest with 11:53 to play in the second quarter, but a K.J. Hill touchdown reception gave the Buckeyes the lead with 3:59 in the second quarter.
University of Nebraska Press publishes textbook on Omaha language, culture
The University of Nebraska Press published Mark Awakuni-Swetland’s final project in August 2018.For more than a decade, the late University of Nebraska-Lincoln associate professor spearheaded the writing of a textbook titled “The Omaha Language and the Omaha Way,” which aims to preserve the language and culture of the Native American Omaha people.The textbook, published through the Recovering Languages and Literacies of the Americas initiative grant, is a comprehensive compilation of the...
Student voting guide: How to be involved in your state's election
Although the leaves have just started to turn, the Nov. 6 midterm election is right around the corner.It’s not a presidential election year, but seats for Congress and state-level offices also have a substantial impact on people's lives.The American people have the power to choose who will decide tax and healthcare policy, as well as provide influence on Supreme Court nominations.
PANNIRSELVAM: Grit, glory slogan captures UNL’s principles
Chancellor Ronnie Green launched the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s new brand, “In our grit, our glory” after four years of implementing the previous slogan, “Come make waves where there is no ocean.”Grit, in the context of the slogan, refers to determination and resilience, while glory signifies achievement and progression toward one’s full potential.This new branding intends to define the UNL community by showcasing effort and endurance in achieving goals, whether they be academic,...
CONTE: ‘In our grit, our glory’ values empty praise over student betterment
The new university motto “In our grit, our glory,” stains the very idea of education as a means of engendering better citizens and developing new knowledge. It tells us that the University of Nebraska-Lincoln stands for the achievement of glory and that we are here to eventually receive the praise of others.
NYFW trends to look forward to in spring 2019
When the leaves change color and the temperature drops, I know it’s time for my favorite time of year: spring-summer runways. New York Fashion Week just came to a close, and some major trends are forming for the spring.In fashion, seasons can be confusing. Even though these designs were on the runway this fall, the clothes shown are meant to be worn in spring 2019.
Spotify, Hulu add Showtime to student discount bundle
Spotify has been the dominant music streaming service choice for students since it teamed up with Hulu on April 11, offering not only music, but also movies and shows. The bundle costs $4.99 per month with the student discount, but the deal recently improved. On Aug. 29, a premium membership to Showtime was added to the bundle.
Huskers will attempt to bounce back against Troy
Nebraska will attempt to bounce back against Troy on Saturday after losing its season opener 33-28 to Colorado. The Trojans enter the season with a record of 1-1 after losing to Boise State and beating Florida A&M.Here are three storylines to follow for Nebraska’s matchup against Troy.Can Nebraska break its losing streak?
Troy players to watch for
Nebraska opened its season on Saturday with a back-and-forth 33-28 loss to the Colorado Buffaloes. This weekend, the Huskers play the Troy Trojans as they seek their first win of the season.With a record of 1-1 this season, here are four Troy players to watch on Saturday:Kaleb Barker, QB A junior quarterback from Decatur, Alabama, Barker entered the season as Troy’s starting quarterback despite throwing only 17 passes in his first two seasons with the team.
CONTE: Lincoln should adopt rent control policies for student apartments
Enormous, thousand-windowed mega-Legos have invaded Lincoln one-by-one since 2012, and people are increasingly deciding to live inside them. The structures themselves have brought many complications with their outgrowth, not least of which being their excessive costs. These new student-friendly complexes range from about $555 at 8N for one room in a five bedroom apartment at the lowest end to $1409 at Latitude for a one bedroom apartment at the highest.
University Police, Women’s Center address sex trafficking concerns
Reports of women’s encounters with sex trafficking and kidnapping have surged on social media and have left some students at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln feeling unsafe.But resources at UNL are prepared to address student concerns and encourage a higher degree of awareness across the student body.Captain John Backer said the University Police has received multiple calls from people concerned about the phenomenon.
Former Huskers making an impact on their new teams
Nebraska football has had a number of players leave the program over the last two years; a few of them are now making an impact at their new schools.Quarterback A.J. Bush was at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for the 2014 and 2015 seasons, but he never saw game action. Bush transferred to Iowa Western Community College in 2016, where he played for one season before transferring to Virginia Tech.Bush backed up starter Josh Jackson in 2017 and appeared in only five games.
UCF fans respond to Scott Frost’s departure
The same day Scott Frost was announced head coach of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln football program, the University of Central Florida Knights won the American Athletic Conference championship game over the University of Memphis, 62-55.Frost, who coached the Knights to an undefeated season and an AAC championship, departed for his alma mater in Nebraska.
POINT: Nebraska balloon release is glorified littering
If you’ve ever been to a Husker Football Game at Memorial Stadium, you’re probably familiar with the sight of countless eager fans walking around with red balloons tied to their wrists. The balloons are given out around the stadium for fans to hold until the Huskers score their first touchdown. When the Huskers score, the balloons are released as a celebration.
COUNTERPOINT: Husker balloon release tradition should live on
I remember my first football game at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Tickets were only $20, and, coming from a country where football doesn’t receive as much hype as it does in the U.S., I was eager to attend my first game and experience Western sports culture as much as I could.The first thing that blew my mind was the sheer size of the stadium, which holds almost 90,000 fans.
NCAA imposes new rules for upcoming football season
A number of new rule changes are set to take effect as most college football teams begin their seasons this week.One of the biggest rule changes involves the kickoff. This season, if the receiving team calls for a fair catch inside the 25-yard line, it will result in a touchback, placing the ball at the 25-yard line.With this change, NCAA rulemakers hope to decrease the amount of injuries caused by kickoff returns.
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