Nebraska's capital city is safe and friendly community of 250,000 residents. Lincoln has all the offerings of a large city with a small town atmosphere. Located in eastern Nebraska, Lincoln is in a valley near the Platte River.

The airport is served by two major airlines. You can also reach Lincoln by an east/west railway, a national bus line or the interstate highway system. Transportation within Lincoln is convenient and inexpensive. The citywide bus system is free to UNL students. Numerous bike routes are located throughout the city for easy travel by bicycling or walking.

Support organizations are located throughout Lincoln for various ethnic groups. Lincoln Friends of Foreign Students is focused on helping international students adjust to living in Lincoln. Many religious organizations are located in Lincoln. Some offer classes and programs in religious studies in addition to workshop services.

Lincoln is a city of parks, which offer such activities as hiking and biking trails, snow sledding, nordic skiing and various courses related to Nebraska's wilderness. The downtown business district is located next to campus. Shopping, restaurants, art galleries, theaters, bars (pubs) and professional and governmental offices are located in the downtown area. The Lied Center for Performing Arts is one of the leading performing arts centers in the United States. Many speakers and national and international performing artists visit each year. Ethnic foods are available at a variety of ethnic food stores and restaurants. The Farmers' Market is open during the summer months with fresh fruit and vegetables for sale.

Nebraska at a Glance

Nebraska is a thriving agricultural state known for its friendly people and low cost of living.

Historical monuments are found across the state. The Oregon Trail that settlers followed west passes through Nebraska. Native American Indians also have a strong history and presence in Nebraska. Museums at UNL and throughout Nebraska chronicle the history of Nebraska. The Nebraska State Capitol Building in Lincoln also houses numerous works of art and historical displays.

Hundreds of thousands of snow geese and Sand Hill cranes migrate through Nebraska every year. International Affairs and other groups sponsor trips to see the birds as they rest along the Platte River. The famous American writer Willa Cather, who lived in southern Nebraska, captured much of the beauty of Nebraska and its people in her many novels.

The Nebraska State Fair is a statewide cultural event held each year. Concerts, livestock and other agricultural exhibits, rodeos and dances fill the weeklong celebration in late August or early September.