University of Nebraska-Lincoln Top Questions

There aren't many academic groups. The city is small and there aren't many events. Student Involvement may put on 2 shows a year and a few other events. Many students just drink to pass the time. Football games are huge, but if you have any work to do you can forget it, parking is taken over and it is impossible to get around.

Campus nightlife is pretty popular on campus because they hold all the back to school nights at the beginning of the year. The Big Red Welcome is also a huge event that lots of students like to attend because many local businesses like to give away free stuff at the event

Football is definitely a big one here and then there are many clubs that relate to majors and religious groups as well as LGBT and sororities and fraternities. I'm involved in OASIS and the Navigators and Circle K. Students always leave their doors open. Athletic evens are most popular, but there is also a lot of involvement with theater and arts. The dating scene is pretty lively and the opportunities are easy to come by. I met some from my high school and others from my dorm and organizations I've been in. If I'm awake at 2am on a Tuesday I'm either doing homework or watching a movie. People on average party about once a week I would say. I don't think fraternities or sororities are important. Last weekend I worked, cleaned, and did homework. On Saturday's you can go to a movie, play or concert or just hang out. Off campus I go to different dance clubs and other people's houses and sometimes go out to eat.

The greek system is pretty popular on campus. Intramural events are really fun to get involved with. The many shows/plays you can see are fun to go to as well.

The greek houses and athletes

Greek life is very popular on campus. Additionally, the largest school organization on campus is the Scarlet Guard which is a program sponsored by the Alumni association and organizes events on Thursday nights that are fun ways for students to meet new people and become active on campus. There are hundreds of student organizations available on campus.

UNL is known primarily for its dedicated football fans. Named the "Best Fans in America" by several different top lists, it's no wonder that the home football games are a big event. Even those students who don't normally enjoy football find the atmosphere of the games fun and entertaining. Besides football, though, there are plenty of other activites - physical and not - to participate in. The Rec Center offers intermural sports like flag football, as well as a wide array of exercise equipment and activities. On the non-athletic side, there are numerous guest lecturers, cultural events, social gatherings, and just about anything else you could think of. While fraternities and sororities are definitely present on campus, they aren't extremely important. If you don't go greek, you can still participate in a majority of the events greeks hold. Many people chose not to go greek, yet still attend the weekly parties and philanthropies put on by specific houses. If you don't like partying, there are still tons of things to do that are social that don't involve alcohol or large crowds. A lot of times, Neihardt Residence Hall will have different activities - like a Lord of the Rings movie marathon or the Yule Ball - which are open to anyone. If you're still at a loss and can't find anything to do or be a part of, the Student Involvement office is always more than happy to help. Located on the second floor of the City Campus Union, the staff there is welcoming and know tons of campus activities that are often times free and open to students.

I would have to say that the athletes are held on a pedestal here. I played sports in high school but did not continue to do so in college. Those who do not play NCAA sports can get involved through the club teams which are taken just as seriously and also intramural sports. I have found that broom ball is a blast! It is kind of like hockey but with a ball and you slide around on your shoes. It is a great time! Going to the football games are a must do activity. Tailgaiting before the games is a experience everyone should have along with sitting in the student section. The party scene is quite popular as well. There will always be a party you can find Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night. I met my closest friends by joining a sorority my freshmen year. I highly recommend rushing a fraternity or sorority. It instantly gives you 100 close friends that will be there to share your great experiences as a husker.

UNL has a very strong Greek System which I am proudly a part of! Greek students are very involved on campus, but they are not the only ones making a difference. The REsidence Hall Association is also very involved on campus! Intramurals are a big thing on campus and something anyone can get involved in! We have club sports as well for a more competitive aspect of athletics for students to partake in. There are over 400 Recognized Student Organizations on campus and anyone can start their own organization with a sponsor and at least 5 members. UNL wants students to engage in campus and provides SO MANY opportunities to do that! Students can play sports, get on campus jobs, become a part of a religious organization, and so much more! We have a Student Involvement Office that aids students in finding where they fit on campus!

Some of the more popular groups on campus revolve around athletics. Intramural sports are extremely popular and a great way to meet people! Every sport/ activity you can imagine there is probably a league for it! As for other ways to meet people, freshman year in the residence halls is HUGE! In my building, most everyone had there door open at some point through the day. The staff were always putting on events to get to know each other. Some of the best memories come from my time at Schramm Hall! I promise, there is always something going on around campus. There are plenty events tailoring to each and every student and students are given the opportunity to form their own organizations if one similar is not available.