Well-being

Graphic with student that asks "How are you really doing?"

Monday, October 25, 2021 New campaign promotes hope, resilience, connectedness, belonging

Huskers Keep Growing, a campaign initiated by Big Red Resilience and Well-being, aims to share positive and empowering messages with students across the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Brian Stutz records his podcast, TRIO Thirty Talk, at Andersen Hall on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021 in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Friday, October 22, 2021 TRIO Thirty Talk podcast highlights campus resources for UNL students

Brian Stutz, an academic outreach specialist for TRIO programs, is on a mission to solve this problem with his podcast, TRIO Thirty Talk. During each 30 minute episode, Stutz highlights student resources at UNL, along with campus events for the given week.

Wednesday, October 13, 2021 Anderson finds campus community while in recovery

As a new Nebraska Law student, Tim Anderson was looking to find community in Lincoln. He found it in the Collegiate Recovery Community.

Wednesday, October 13, 2021 Rangel sets sights on improving others’ mental health

Meet Bex Rangel, a psychology major from Bellevue, Nebraska. From working as a well-being coach on campus and a youth supervisor at Boys Town, to advocating for BIPOC mental health education and joining the Family Development Lab, Rangel is committed to helping others.

Monday, October 11, 2021 CARE aims to educate during Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness month, and the CARE office is hosting events to help students realize they are not alone if they find themselves involved in a harmful relationship. Jayden John, junior psychology major and CARE ambassador, said it is important to educate students on the signs of possible domestic violence.

Sunday, September 26, 2021 9 laws you should know

Don’t let a party tonight ruin your tomorrow. Violating the law can result in rescinded graduate school and job offers, fines, court costs, red flags on a background check and more.

Kacey Heidbrink, of Beatrice, listens to instructions while donating Oct. 27, 2020.

Friday, September 24, 2021 Giving blood a simple way to make a big impact

Huskers can do something really simple to make a big impact — bleed red. The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s ASUN Student Government is hosting the annual Homecoming Blood Drive, Sept. 27-Sept. 30.

Scrabble board graphic with REACH acronym spelled out

Thursday, September 23, 2021 REACH teaches students to assist those dealing with suicide

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s REACH Training program encourages students to connect with those struggling with suicidal thoughts.

Friday, September 17, 2021 Food drive to collect 3,000 items for Husker Pantry

More than 30% of Husker students will face food insecurity and hunger at some point in the coming year. Between Sept. 22–Oct 1 the Husker Pantry wants to collect 3,000 items for the direct benefit of UNL students. Here's how you can help.

Student pick their produce at the Pick Your Produce event.

Thursday, September 16, 2021 Pick Your Produce class educates participants on food choices

When Marissa Pakiz heard about the student organic farm on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s East Campus, she knew there was an opportunity to combine two things she loves.

Tim Anderson, a third-year law student from Huntington Beach, California, stocks the shelves in the new East Campus Food Pantry.

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 Nebraska joins the Big Ten for One Big Week

From Sept. 13-18, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln joins its Big Ten institutional partners for One Big Week. The event challenges university communities to harness school pride for student support, including assisting students who depend on the services provided by the Husker Pantry.

Monday, September 6, 2021 Tips to prepare for GAME DAY

Game Day is a Nebraska football tradition and cheering on the Huskers can be a fun group activity. Here are tips to help you have a fun and safe game experience no matter where you plan to cheer on the Huskers.

Branched Oak Bike Ride with UNL Outdoor Adventures.

Friday, September 3, 2021 8 great events are happening Sept. 7–12

The first full week of September is also the third week of the semester. Here's a list of recommended campus events for Huskers to check out.

Morgan Berg (right), a senior in psychology from West Fargo, North Dakota, and Tim Anderson, a third-year law student from Huntington Beach, California, stock the shelves in the new East Campus Food Pantry. The pantry is in Filley Hall in the old Dairy Store walk-in freezer. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Wednesday, September 1, 2021 Husker Pantry opens East Campus location

In an effort to reach more students, a second location for Husker Pantry was opened Aug. 30 on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s East Campus.

Wednesday, September 1, 2021 CAPS drop-in workshops address a multitude of student needs

A fresh lineup of student workshops is available for students at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln from Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Workshop topics include pandemic resilience, assertiveness, anger management, gratitude, communication, life skill building and more.

Each workshop is hosted by a trained professional staff member from CAPS and most sessions last approximately 60 minutes. All workshops will be via Zoom. Students do not need to register beforehand to participate.

Teal ribbon on lawn flag for sexual assault awareness

Friday, August 27, 2021 6 ways to be an active bystander

Has there ever been a time when you felt, wondered, or even knew, something was wrong and you wanted to help, but didn’t? By feeling more confident in knowing what to do you can help create a positive environment for yourself and those around you.

Portrait of Lydia Nielsen, Natalie Henton, and Aiswary Ganapathy Devendra Rajan

Friday, August 27, 2021 Meet your 2021-22 Counselors-in-Residence

Trained mental health professionals serving as “Counselors-in-Residence” (CIR) are available to meet with students close to home in the residence halls.

hancellor Ronnie Green and Herbie stand on either side of the Voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine Registry grand prize winners (from left) Alex Chytil, Jenna Huttenmaier, Sidney Vincent and Dan Nguyen. Not pictured are Griselda Aragon and Samuel Flint.

Wednesday, August 25, 2021 Huskers celebrate vaccine registry grand prizes

With confetti, Herbie high-fives and personal salutations from Chancellor Ronnie Green, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln held a small celebration at Memorial Stadium Aug. 23, congratulating the grand prize winners of the Voluntary Vaccine Registry giveaway.

Flowers in bloom in front of Love Library

Wednesday, August 25, 2021 Counselor-in-Residence program continues

The Counselor-in-Residence program will continue its easy-access, mental health counseling services to students who live in dormitories on campus this fall. Through the program, three counselors, each of whom serves a different residential complex, offer increased preventative resources for mental health, stress reduction, relationship health and overall wellness.

Monday, August 23, 2021 Husker filling her plate, thanks to the COVID-19 vaccine

For one Husker, protecting herself and those around her will help fill her plate — literally and figuratively.