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Sunday, April 19, 2020 Simple ways to treat Planet Earth kinder

April 22 is Earth Day and it’s important to consider your own habits and find ways to improve how you care for the earth. It’s essential to protect our home and ensure a better world for future generations, and you don’t need a lot of money or resources to make beneficial changes. Here are four easy and inexpensive ways you can love the environment a little more.

Friday, April 17, 2020 Your Well-being: I'm finishing my senior year strong

Senior community health and wellness and sociology major Maizie Humm shares both her personal experience of transitioning to remote learning at the end of her college career and a few simple ideas for adding balance in your life during the spring semester's last weeks.

Friday, April 17, 2020 Bikes to be held through fall

Given the unanticipated moves that took place due to COVID-19 this spring, more than 100 bicycle owners may have forgotten to retrieve their property from campus bike racks.

To help prevent theft and vandalism, University Housing and University Police will inventory and move bikes that have not been placed in “safe racks” by May 8. Bikes will be placed in a secure location and need be claimed prior to September 28, 2020.

Aerial of University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Wednesday, April 15, 2020 Suicide gatekeeper training available online

Faculty, staff and students at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln can access free QPR suicide prevention gatekeeper training remotely.

Friday, April 10, 2020 Virtual activities available to keep Huskers connected to campus

With in-person classes canceled and campus nearly empty, it’s easy to feel disconnected from life at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Clayton Wilson is a well-being coach at Big Red Resilience and Well-being.

Thursday, April 9, 2020 Well-being Ideas: 8 tips for your physical and emotional health

In Week 2, well-being coach Clayton Wilson provides you simple tips for balancing both your body and emotions.

Corbyn Ayer is a well-being coach at Big Red Resilience and Well-being.

Friday, April 3, 2020 Well-being Ideas: 3 activities to keep a positive social outlook

UNL well-being coach Corbyn Ayer understands the changes you are experiencing with remote learning and social distancing. Check out three things she’s doing to stay socially positive which may work for you too.

Magnolia blooms near Mueller Tower on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's City Campus. Huskers seeking to give hope by giving back to the campus and greater-Lincoln community have a variety of options.

Wednesday, April 1, 2020 Options available for Huskers inspired to give back

From University of Nebraska Foundation funds to the community blood bank, Huskers looking to give back to others affected by COVID-19 have a variety of options.

Monday, March 23, 2020 Health center offers acute care services to employees

To help expand access to immediate medical care, Nebraska Medicine is allowing all University of Nebraska–Lincoln employees and significant others covered by the university insurance plan to receive assistance at the University Health Center.

Emily Johnson, ASUN president and student regent.

Friday, March 20, 2020 Emily Johnson's guide for solo entertainment during COVID-19

The former ASUN president shares ideas for things to do during your COVID-19 self-isolation that's beyond the typical lists of movies, TV, or baking.

Friday, March 20, 2020 CAPS switching to remote appointments March 23

Beginning March 23, all Counseling and Psychological Services appointments at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln will be held on a remote basis.

Tuesday, March 17, 2020 Some student services changing due to COVID-19

As the University of Nebraska–Lincoln shifts to remote access learning, some student services are making changes to best serve students while also addressing the evolving situation regarding COVID-19 disease.

Hours of opertions may adjust further without notification based on changing conditions.

Sunday, March 15, 2020 Campus services remain open with adjusted hours

Updated 9:10 A.M. March 18, 2020. Original version published March 15, 2020.

10/11 reports on reopening of Husker Hall

Thursday, February 27, 2020 Husker Hall to reopen, house students in recovery

Six months from now, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln plans to open a residence hall for students recovering from substance abuse.

Cookie drawing | Art by Lindsey Pinkerton, Daily Nebraskan

Wednesday, February 26, 2020 RSO aims to combat stigmas during National Eating Disorders Awareness Week

With a new name in place, a recognized student organization for eating disorders is using this week as a chance to combat stigmas.

Monday, February 24, 2020 5 steps to deal with a stressful moment

When you find yourself stressed out about upcoming tests, your job, or an assignment you haven’t even started, remember stress is a natural part of life and you will encounter it from time to time.

The Bandana Project is an awareness campaign that encourages members of the university community to tie green bandanas to personal items as a way to remove the stigma attached to mental health issues.

Friday, February 21, 2020 ASUN offers bandanas for mental health awareness campaign

Additional green bandanas for the Bandana Project, a mental health awareness campaign, are available in the ASUN office.

Post-its reinforce body positivity messages.

Friday, February 21, 2020 Celebrate body positivity during Eating Disorder Awareness Week

Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to learn about body positivity and eating disorders during Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Feb. 24-27.

Artistic rendering of Husker Hall exterior elevation, by Lindsey Pinkerton (Daily Nebraskan)

Friday, February 21, 2020 Husker Hall to reopen and serve as housing for recovering students

The Collegiate Recovery Community at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln will have its own housing for the first time starting in fall 2020.

Big Red Resilience and Well-being volunteers are trained on the nine dimensions of well-being.

Wednesday, February 19, 2020 Student volunteers sought for Big Red Resilience

Students are invited to join the Big Red Resilience and Well-being team by applying for positions by March 6.