Interest Groups

Interest groups are the essence of the UNL Women’s Club, where our mission statement comes alive. These small groups are where acquaintances develop into friendships.  Our common interests grow into strong bonds, and our desire to serve the University turns into action.  

 Our Interest Groups Include the following:

BOOK CLUB is for all who enjoy reading and discussing books with friends. All book clubs are currently closed. Contact Penny McCord (unlwomensclub@gmail.com) if you would like to join/start a new book club.

  • BOOK CLUB I –  1st Wednesday at 9:30 am.  Chair Judy Jensen
  • BOOK CLUB II – 1st Tuesday at 9:30 am.  Chair Deb Miller and Chris Wilhelm
  • BOOK CLUB III -  3rd Friday at 10:00am.  Chair Julie Albrecht

BRIDGE groups meet monthly for bridge and friendship. Most groups are open for new and substitute members. A new group could be established if enough people are interested.

  • BRIDGE I—1st Thursday, 11:30 am lunch at Olive Garden, play at 12:30 pm, Chair Carol Grell
  • BRIDGE II—3rd Monday, 9:30 am play at the Preserve with optional lunch at 12:30 pm.  Chair Kay Rockwell
  • BRIDGE MARATHON—monthly (October-April). Chair Kay Rockwell

HUSKER PANTRY Supports UNL students through donations of food, personal care items, etc. to the Husker Pantry. Collection times announced throughout the year. Chair Tina Shrader

GOURMET DINING meets monthly during the academic year. Fun and food-loving group that creates assigned dishes to share at unforgettable meals at hosts' homes. Chair Laura Damuth

GROUP THERAPY (aka Ladies Night Out) meets monthly during the academic year and dates/times vary. Dinner out at various local eateries. Chairs Miriam McCornick, Kelly Powell.

INTERNATIONAL CLUB has monthly programs or lunch outings to learn about other countries and their cultures. Dates and times vary. Chairs Kay Rockwell, Kay Phillips.

MEALS ON WHEELS delivers hot meals to the elderly and disabled. Volunteers needed to serve for 1 to 1-1/2 hours and the schedule is flexible. Chair Chris Read.

NEWCOMERS & FRIENDS are new members plus other members of UNLWC who wish to participate in coffee and conversations. Meets weekly on Wednesdays at 9:30 am and the location varies. See Newcomers and Friends page for more information.  Chair Arlene Smith

PIECEMAKERS & Needlework Group meets every Tuesday, 9:30 am-noon.  Beginners welcome.  Members work on quilting, knitting, crochet, or embroidery work. Chair Carol Thomas.

VARIETY CLUB - Join in a different activity each time we gather (e.g. movie, lunch, discussion, volunteer opportunity, performance, etc.).  Meets monthly. Chairs Chris Wilhelm, Karen Buckley, Cathi Haisch.

ARTS & CRAFTS - Members participate in craft projects or visit local arts/crafts exhibits. Meets monthly during the academic year. Chair Kem To.

MAHJONG - Beginners are welcome to join experienced players. Meets monthly at various times and locations. Chairs Judy Diamond, Meg Mering, Laura Weakly.

DANCE CLUB - Social dancing opportunities in the Lincoln area. Monthly meeting times vary. Chair Janice Lawrence.