Well-being

Olivia Boldt, senior from Madison, South Dakota, puts on her mask before going to work out in the Campus Recreation Center during 2020 summer sessions.

Tuesday, April 27, 2021 Campus Recreation ends spring semester with free fitness classes

Campus Recreation will celebrate finals week, May 2-8, by offering free fitness classes.

Monday, April 26, 2021 Mental health professionals offer guidance on healing from pandemic difficulties

In mid-March 2020, University of Nebraska-Lincoln students received an email stating classes would be suspended for a week prior to spring break and would return to online classes for the remainder of the semester. Nearly a year later, the world looks very different than it did at the time of that fateful email.

Friday, April 23, 2021 Activities you shouldn't miss this week | April 26 - May 1

Even toward the end of the semester, there is still a lot happening around town that you won't want to miss out on. Fight your FOMO and head out to any of these social, active or educational events this week.

Wednesday, April 21, 2021 Bank robber turned law professor to give lecture

In his 20s, Shon Hopwood performed a string of robberies and served 11 years in jail. While in jail, he found a love of law and went on to become a professor of law at Georgetown. On April 23 at 7 p.m., Hopwood will give a guest lecture via Zoom presented by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Collegiate Recovery Community, whose mission is to help and provide resources to students recovering from addiction.

Sunday, April 18, 2021 7 steps to prepare for your COVID-19 vaccines

You might be wondering what to expect for your COVID-19 vaccine appointment. In many ways, the COVID-19 vaccines are just like other vaccines you’ve seen before. The University Health Center recommends following these seven steps to prepare for your upcoming vaccination.

Friday, April 16, 2021 On-campus vaccination clinic is April 20

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln, with support from the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department, will hold an on-campus vaccination clinic on April 20.

Monday, April 12, 2021 Out of the Darkness Walk for suicide prevention

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's 6th annual Out of the Darkness Campus Walk for Suicide Prevention will be on April 18 at the Nebraska Union.

Monday, April 12, 2021 Sexual assault survivor art installation opens

“What Were You Wearing,” an art exhibit that asks participants to understand that it is never about the clothing when sexual violence occurs, will be on display at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln from April 12-21.

Friday, April 9, 2021 Chancellor's email: Sign up for UNL student COVID-19 vaccine registry

Today, a portal has been opened for a Vaccine Registry for all UNL students who wish to be vaccinated. This portal will be open to UNL students for four days and will close at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 11. Therefore, it is essential that you sign up quickly.

Teal ribbons and bracelets to show support for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Thursday, April 8, 2021 UNL CARE hosts events to recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The Center for Advocacy, Response and Education is hosting events throughout April to raise awareness of the impact of sexual assault and show support for sexual assault survivors.

Students walk across campus while wearing face coverings

Wednesday, April 7, 2021 Huskers encouraged to stay vigilant against COVID-19

Let’s face it — after a year of masking up and social distancing, we’re all a bit worn out. Dr. Heather Eberspacher, medical director of the University Health Center, is reminding the Nebraska community to finish the semester strong.

Art by Andrea Atkinson | Daily Nebraskan

Wednesday, April 7, 2021 Campus Recreation staff discuss flaws with popular intermittent fasting trend

Intermittent fasting can be a healthy diet practice when done correctly, but if not, can lead to mental, emotional and physical health problems, experts say.

Jon Haag plays pool with friends during a game night following a Collegiate Recovery Community meeting at Husker Hall.

Friday, April 2, 2021 Haag gets a fresh start through recovery

Jon Haag knows what it’s like to start over, and now he’s helping others find a fresh start at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln through the Collegiate Recovery Community.

Kate Smith, senior graphic design major from Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, used her artistic talents and background working in mental health to create a display highlighting the importance of suicide prevention and spread the message that even one conversation with a person could save their life.

Friday, April 2, 2021 Smith creates design to help save lives

After working in the Big Red Resilience & Well-Being office, Kate Smith, senior graphic design major, learned that sometimes all it takes is one conversation to prevent a suicide and save a life. She applied her knowledge and artistic talents to create a display and spread the message across the University of Nebraska–Lincoln campus – starting at the College of Business.

Students (from left) Samantha Moore, William Roarty and Jace Armstrong let the wind do the work as they blow bubbles outside the Nebraska Union during Spring Breakout on March 29. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, April 2, 2021 Wind power | Photo of the week

Students Samantha Moore, William Roarty and Jace Armstrong let the wind do the work as they blow bubbles outside the Nebraska Union during Spring Breakout on March 29.

Michelle Ellsworth - one of the world’s most creative multimedia dance artists - will perfrom at 7:30 p.m. April 10 for a Lied Center Virtual Event. (courtesy photo)

Thursday, April 1, 2021 Best-of-the-Best events this week | April 5-12

It's a busy week of events, but there's no need to worry– we've compiled the best of the best for you in our weekly list. See all of the recommendations for workshops, social exercise trips, inclusivity and support events and more.

Sunday, March 28, 2021 Event approvals open to dances

As a result of changing Directed Health Measures and related university policies, restrictions on numerous activities this spring have loosened over the course of the semester. This includes activities like intramural sports, banquets, philanthropies, and now dances.

A committee of eight student leaders and three staff members developed the new policies to increase potential social engagement while aligning with requirements established by the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department.

Coffee sleeves with messages promoting Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Friday, March 26, 2021 4 ways to get involved in Sexual Assault Awareness Month

This April marks the 20th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, which is designed to call attention to and prevent sexual assault, harassment and abuse. Learn how you can be part of creating a brighter future and ending sexual violence.

[ Art by Andrea Atkinson | Daily Nebraskan ] Artwork for Smartphone Addiction article in the Daily Nebraskan.

Wednesday, March 24, 2021 UNL counseling says technology addiction can affect us more than we think

According to a recent study, about 40% of college students in the United Kingdom have a smartphone addiction, so members of Counseling and Psychological Services and Big Red Resilience & Well-being shared their thoughts about smartphone addiction at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Tuesday, March 23, 2021 The Sleep Program at UNL

Studies show 60% of college students suffer from poor sleep quality, according to Steve Woita, assistant director for Fitness and Wellness. With this in mind, Campus Recreation created a free three-week Sleep Program that launched March 1, 2021.