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Why you need to know about the "Red Zone"

Why you need to know about the "Red Zone"

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More than 50% of sexual assaults occur between the start of the fall semester and Thanksgiving break, a timeframe known as the "Red Zone." The Center for Advocacy, Response and Education the Department of Psychology and the Department of Educational Psychology are raising awareness about the week and spreading information about support resources.

Greek life has had a complicated reputation with diversity. However, with the inclusion of various multicultural sorority and fraternity chapters, students can feel the sense of camaraderie that Greek Life is known for and feel accepted by people who share similar cultural backgrounds.

Nebraska football is back in action on Saturday afternoon against FCS foe Fordham. The contest marks the Huskers' first against a non-Big Ten school since 2019 and should result in a comfortable Nebraska victory, but that doesn't stop the Daily Nebraskan's sports editors from giving their takes on how the game will shake out.

In episode two of Scarlet Fever, Landon Wirt and Grant Hansen break down busy weekends for Nebraska soccer and volleyball. Assistant sports editor and football beat reporter Jason Han then joins the show to discuss the “generalized dysfunction” that is Nebraska football. Finally, Landon and Grant give score picks for Nebraska/Fordham and the top college football games around the country in a new segment called “1, 2, NU."

From a breakdown of dorm life to the best coffee shops and entertainment options near campus, our Guide to Campus can help you navigate your first few weeks as a Husker and beyond. 

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