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Monday, February 7, 2022 How to take a mindful approach to Super Bowl snacking

Whether you’re there for the game, the commercials, or the halftime show, the Super Bowl is an American tradition. Arguably the best part of the Super Bowl is the snacks. There’s something for everyone; wings, nachos, chips, dips and more.

With many people making resolutions for a healthier lifestyle for the new year in January, it can be a challenge to balance new goals with favorite foods when the February game day rolls around.

Thursday, February 3, 2022 How to make your KN95 last longer

An initiative started by the Association of Students of the University of Nebraska has led to the availability of four KN95 masks for every student, faculty and staff. With proper care, each KN95 mask can be worn for up to five days (40 total hours) and provides a higher level of protection against viral particles than cloth masks, paper masks or surgical masks.

To help get the most out of your KN95 masks, follow these tips for care.

Wednesday, February 2, 2022 ASUN, COVID-19 Task Force partner to provide KN95 masks for campus

An initiative started by the Association of Students of the University of Nebraska has led to the availability of four KN95 masks for every student, faculty and staff.

The new CAPS support group is intended for parenting students of all levels and genders.

Wednesday, February 2, 2022 New group offers additional support to students with children

Caring for a child while attending college can present unique challenges — that’s why a new support group from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Counseling and Psychological Services will offer encouragement and education to parenting students who are working toward a degree.

Kristin Jagels, a staff member at Counseling & Psychological Services, leads a group therapy session via Zoom.

Monday, January 31, 2022 Demystifying group therapy at CAPS

You may have heard of “group” and wondered what the buzz was all about. Group therapy is a term commonly used by mental health practitioners to help facilitate constructive conversations among individuals who share similar experiences. At Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), all participants are UNL students.

Through group sessions facilitated by a professional at CAPS, students can learn from others, feel supported, gain insight, practice new behaviors and increase self-esteem. All CAPS therapy groups are free to students who have paid student fees.

Students pick out gelato in the Abel-Sandoz Dining Center in this file photo taken before face coverings were required when indoors on campus. The university has expanded availability of dining options for students this semester.

Monday, January 31, 2022 On-campus dining hours expanded for spring semester

University of Nebraska–Lincoln students with a meal plan have an expanded choice of hours when grabbing a bite to eat.

Friday, January 28, 2022 As ASUN election approaches students can file to run online

As the University of Nebraska-Lincoln settles into a new spring semester, the time for elections to positions of the Association of Students of the University of Nebraska is quickly approaching.

Campus Recreation Outdoor Adventures Center

Friday, January 28, 2022 Outdoor Adventures Center focuses on building welcoming community

With the extensive number of amenities that the University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides, many students tend to forget that some of them are at their disposal. The Outdoor Adventures Center, located at the corner of 14th and W streets at 930 N. 14th St, is available to students for their adventurous needs.

Aerial view of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln north past Love Library

Wednesday, January 26, 2022 Nominations open for Chancellor’s Outstanding Contribution to Women Award

Nominations are open for the Chancellor’s Outstanding Contribution to Women Award.

Resident assistants from the 2019-20 academic year pose for a photo. The university's RAs are an essential part of building community in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's residence halls.

Friday, January 21, 2022 53 students selected as resident assistants for 2022-23

Even though the next academic year is more than seven months away, a fresh cohort of resident assistants is already in place at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, preparing for fall semester’s new students who will reside on-campus.