Well-being

Students participate in campus events with friends.

Sunday, August 15, 2021 5 ways to make friends on campus this fall

Building your social circle is one of the most essential steps to finding your home on campus and improving your overall well-being. Follow these five steps to meet people with similar interests, create a close-knit support system and grow your network for a memorable college experience.

Miller Hall, prior to being razed in summer 2021. [Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, August 13, 2021 What's new and what's moved since you were last on campus

For true first-year students, you may not even notice. For upper-level students, you might have been away from campus much longer than this past summer. As you step onto campus again, here's a few things that might catch your attention.

Friday, August 13, 2021 Are the COVID-19 vaccines safe and effective?

Dr. Heather Eberspacher, medical director at the University Health Center, explains the safety and effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines.

Wednesday, August 11, 2021 If vaccines don’t stop every case of COVID-19, what’s the point?

Dr. Heather Eberspacher, medical director at the University Health Center, explains why, even if vaccines don’t stop every case of COVID-19, you should still get vaccinated.

Friday, August 6, 2021 9 tips for saving money in college

College can seem expensive, yet it doesn’t have to break the bank. There are many ways to save money while you're a student. Try these tips to set yourself up for financial success throughout your college career.

Post-it notes, markers, and pens on a desk. [pexels | photo by frans-van-heerden]

Friday, August 6, 2021 Back-to-School Countdown: Only 2 weeks to go. Do these 5 things now.

Here are the things you should be doing this week so you are ready for a strong start to the academic year on August 23, 2021.

Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Rice is a menu option for the Meal Kits available on August 16.

Wednesday, August 4, 2021 Meal Kit Mondays return at the Rec & Wellness Center

After a summer hiatus, the popular kits have returned with expanded offerings and dates. Upcoming menu choices include: Caprese Chicken Pasta; Cajun Shrimp; and Crispy Vegan Potato Tacos. Here's how to place an order.

Vaccination sticker in front of Love Library

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 Seven more Huskers collect vaccine registry prizes

Seven Huskers have been named winners in the third week of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine Registry giveaway.

Sunday, July 25, 2021 Back-to-School Countdown: Only 4 weeks to go. Do these 6 things now.

Only 4 weeks remain until the fall semester begins on August 23, 2021. Here’s some things you can do in the next two weeks to get a jump start on your return to campus and minimize delays.

Hand holding COVID-19 vaccination sticker

Wednesday, July 21, 2021 Seven more Huskers collect vaccine registry prizes

Seven Huskers have been named winners in the second week of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine Registry giveaway.

Tuesday, July 13, 2021 Researcher developing tool to help women support survivors of sexual assault

Nebraska’s Anna Jaffe is collaborating with Husker sorority members to develop a web-based, social network-driven tool that will help these women support survivors of sexual assault in the long term — without alcohol.

Husker students show their COVID-19 vaccination cards

Tuesday, July 13, 2021 Five Huskers are first vaccine registry prize winners

For protecting themselves and the greater community, five Huskers are the first to earn prizes through the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine Registry giveaway.

Student holds up vaccination card for COVID-19

Friday, July 2, 2021 Voluntary vaccine registry launches; first giveaway is July 5

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s voluntary COVID-19 Vaccine Registry is live for students, faculty and staff. Announced June 23 by Chancellor Ronnie Green, the registry allows vaccinated Huskers to record their status, earning an exemption from university plans for regular saliva-based COVID-19 testing in the fall.

Monday, June 7, 2021 Some colleges will continue remote counseling sessions after pandemic subsides

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln plans to return to in-person counseling this fall after most recently using a hybrid model, according to Tricia Besett-Alesch, the director of counseling and psychological services.

Friday, June 4, 2021 Summer support groups available from CAPS

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is offering several drop-in group sessions this summer. The sessions will help students improve and understand their mental health. All UNL students are welcome to join.

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Graduate assistant Katie Peterson restocks the product shelves on the first day that in-person visits resumed at Husker Pantry. May 12, 2021. [Christopher Dulak | Student Affairs]

Wednesday, May 12, 2021 Husker Pantry resumes in-person visits

Effective May 12, the campus resource Husker Pantry is opening its doors again to University of Nebraska-Lincoln students for in-person visits to receive food and personal hygiene items, school supplies and cleaning products.

Engage in self-care activities like yoga, meditation, or journaling are one option to focus on your mental well-being. [photo: Klaus Nielsen | Pexels]

Wednesday, May 12, 2021 May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Read this advice from CAPS.

Here are a few ways you can focus on your mental well-being and check on friends and family.

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.