Check in at the DPH Program Office: Stop by the DPH office in 279E Plant Sciences Hall so we can show you around and let you pick out your deskspace in the DPH Student Room.
Claim Your My.UNL Account: You'll need to claim your My.UNL account to access the My.UNL Academic Portal, the campus wireless network, and additional services. (This is in addition to your TrueYou/MyRED account.)
Register for Classes: Schedule a meeting (Zoom or in-person) with Dr. Jeff Bradshaw to discuss your class schedule. Access MyRed to register for courses. Consult the Graduate Bulletin for course descriptions and the Schedule of Classes (in MyRed) for course times and locations.
Get Your NCard: Your NCard is your student ID card at UNL. It can be used for identification, access to certain buildings and labs, educational discounts, and purchasing items on campus. You must be accepted and/or hired at the university before an NCard can be made. Be sure to bring your government issued photo ID when picking up your new NCard.
Enroll In or Waive Student Health Insurance: UNL’s student health insurance is provided by UnitedHealthCare. Coverage includes medical, mental health, dental, and prescription medications. To enroll in or waive, click here
Purchase a Parking Permit: If you have a vehicle and plan to park on campus, you will need to purchase a parking permit from Parking and Transit Services online or in person in the Stadium Drive Parking Garage. Don't forget to register your bicycle, if you plan to bike to campus. A free bus pass (valid for both campus and city bus systems) will be mailed to all registered students.
Office and Building Hours: Registered students have full access to Plant Sciences Hall Monday-Friday from 7:00am to 7:00pm during the fall and spring semesters, and 7:00am to 5:00pm during summer sessions. The doors are locked on the weekend and holidays. Students must obtain building card access if they want access outside these hours. Building access requires the Director’s approval.