OPEN Book is the Office of Research and Innovation’s internal monthly electronic newsletter that highlights upcoming activities, office news, and accomplishments. The OPEN Book newsletter is now being sent on the first business day of the month.
News, Information and Upcoming Events
Staff invited to conversation with Interim Chancellor, vote in March
UNL staff are invited to attend the next Staff Senate meeting on Thursday, March 12, featuring a conversation with Interim Chancellor Katherine Ankerson. The meeting offers a unique opportunity for staff to engage directly with campus leadership, hear updates on university-wide initiatives, and participate in an open dialogue regarding the future of UNL.
The meeting will be held 2:30-4 p.m. in Nebraska East Union Great Plains Room A, with virtual access on Zoom at go.unl.edu/senatezoom. To ensure the conversation addresses the topics most important to staff, staff are encouraged to submit questions here by Wednesday, March 4.
Staff are also encouraged to vote for their district representatives in the 2026 Staff Senate election. Ballots will be emailed in March, with voting closing at the end of that month.
HealthierU Employee Wellness
- Employee Wellness Field Day: Mark your calendars! The annual HealthierU Spring Wellness event will take place on April 17, 2026 at the Recreation and Wellness Center! This year’s theme: Employee Field Day! The full list of events and offerings can be found on the https://healthieru.unl.edu/healthieru-2026/healthieru-media/. Content will be added throughout March, so be sure to check the page often, or talk with your departments Wellness Champion, for updates!
- Sound Bath Meditation: Both classes are open for registration. In addition to the in-person class option, there will also be a virtual registration option for the March 18 class!
Kudos to Our Colleagues
The Month in Pictures
