By Meyri Ibrahim, political science and journalism major

Growing up, we learned about slavery, the Emancipation Proclamation, and reconstruction. We learned about the Civil Rights Movement and the influential people involved, such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks. However, the history we learned and the actual events are two very different stories.

To me, Black History Month means that people get to celebrate the accomplishments and try to understand the struggles that Black people have faced and still face in this country.

In one of her more famous poems titled Still I Rise, Maya Angelou shares a story…

For Black History Month, we’re featuring students who are making an impact on campus and beyond. This week, meet Damien Niyonshuti, an integrated science major from Kigali, Rwanda. On campus, he’s found himself surrounded by ambition and innovation, propelling him to make an impact through his leadership and involvement on campus and setting his sights on future impact in his home country.

How do your on-campus involvements allow you to make an impact and/or achieve your goals?

On campus, I have been super involved, both community-wise and academically. I do both because I do think there’s a good deal of overlap that provides me with many possibilities. I am involved with the ASUN Student Government…

For Black History Month, we’re featuring students who are making an impact on campus and beyond. This week, meet Da’Von George, a graphic design major from Omaha, Nebraska. Through his involvements on campus and in the community, he hopes to become a positive role model for others.

How did you choose your major?

I chose Graphic Design as a major because growing up I’ve always loved art. Along with that, this major incorporates technology in the practice. Lastly, Graphic Design has paths to cartoon design, fashion design, image sketches and other fields!

What are you passionate about?

This is a tough question, as I am passionate about a lot of things…

For Black History Month, we’re featuring students who are making an impact on campus and beyond. This week, meet Memory Manda, a sociology graduate student from Lusaka, Zambia. In 2018, she came to Nebraska as a recipient of the National Institute of Health Fogarty grant for HIV Research Training. The work she’s doing at Nebraska will help her make an impact on people in her home country.

Talk a little bit about your research.

The title of my research is “Barriers to Early Diagnosis and Treatment of Kaposi Sarcoma.” Kaposi sarcoma is a skin cancer and in Zambia, it is the second most common cancer. …

For Black History Month, we’re featuring students who are making an impact on campus and beyond. This week, meet Drake Keeler, a journalism major with a minor in African American studies from Parker, Colorado. In October 2020, he began leading an online project focused on Black Lives Matter and telling Black stories on campus, and helped launch The Daily Nebraskan Diversity and Inclusion Board to foster more inclusive coverage and a more diverse newsroom.

Why are you passionate about writing about the intersection of race and sports?

I think it’s essential that we understand that the athletes we cover are far more than just athletes, and we should capture all of that in…

We have all heard the phrase “new year, new me” when a new year rolls around. While it may seem like a cliche, there are some advantages to embodying the statement, especially when it comes to making yourself and your wellbeing a priority. Below are some tips on how to make the most of your new year.

Set aside time each day to reflect

From journaling down your thoughts to taking time to meditate or read a good self-care book, there are many ways to reflect on our days. One of the most helpful ways to see and experience growth is to write things down. This way…

2020 was full of challenges. But students embodied the “In our grit, our glory” spirit that is emblematic of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Here are just a few of the amazing things accomplished by Husker students in 2020.

Protecting the community

Emily Pillard has known how to sew since she was six. When she realized she could use her skill to keep people safe from COVID-19, she started producing fabric masks. Now she’s shipped thousands across the country. Read more.

Raising awareness

For Marine Corps veteran Rodrigo Venegas, starting college while reentering civilian life wasn’t easy. But with help from fellow Huskers and on-campus resources…

This year has been unlike any other and it’s required lots of changes and hard work. But you did it and you deserve time for yourself! Check out tips below of things you can do over the next 8 weeks to prepare for 2021.

Update your resume

No matter what year you are in school, now is a great time to make sure your resume is up to date. Career Services has several resources available, whether you are crafting your first college resume, or updating to prepare for post-grad life. …