Well-being

Thursday, February 24, 2022 Enhance your cultural well-being during Mardi Gras

By choosing to learn cultural and spiritual history of Mardi Gras, you can improve your personal well-being.

The holiday’s religious roots stem from Christians preparing for the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday. The evening prior (on Tuesday) individuals would enjoy a last day of rich food and celebration before giving it up for 40 days.

Students participate in yoga during free fitness class week

Friday, February 18, 2022 Photo Journal: Kickoff to a healthy semester

In an pictorial story on Exposure, Student Life at Nebraska shows how Huskers are off to a strong start to Spring 2022 with Campus Rec wellness activities, including intramural sports, cooking classes and fitness classes.

Monday, February 14, 2022 Last-minute recipes for healthful Valentine’s Day sweet treats

Dani Higgins, an intern with Dining Services, has a list of 8 recipes for you to make quick and tasty snacks without much effort or money.

The free workshop "Procrastinators Unite… Tomorrow" is Feb. 16, 2022 in Love Library South.

Monday, February 14, 2022 9 can't miss events Feb 14-21

The third week of February brings together a wide variety of recommendations for Huskers to check out.

Rec & Wellness Center at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Monday, February 14, 2022 Four new fitness classes are now offered at Campus Rec

Get a head start on your fitness journey this year with four new classes from Campus Recreation. This year's new offerings include FREE classes that do not require purchase of an All-Class Pass, so keep reading to plan your perfect fitness class schedule.

Massage therapy is offered by the Campus Rec department at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Monday, February 14, 2022 Explore these unique resources you may not know about on campus

It's easy to get stuck in a routine during your days on campus, but did you know there are fantastic campus resources you've been missing? From academic help, to relaxing massages, to planning for your future, campus resources have you covered.

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.

Community service officers Komlan Akakpo and Trevor Caldwell talk with Cohan Bonow, student and front desk supervisor at University Suites. The CSOs are wearing more casual uniforms in 2022.

Wednesday, January 19, 2022 Student comfort, safety focus of CSO uniform update

As Huskers have returned to residence halls for the spring semester, they’re seeing familiar faces in different uniforms patrolling the hallways.

A student delivers a vial of saliva at the Nebraska Union COVID-19 test location on Jan. 18. All students, faculty and staff are going through re-entry testing at the start of the spring semester. The testing system will shift to focus on residence halls and Greek houses next week.

Wednesday, January 19, 2022 COVID-19 testing to focus on residence halls, Greek houses

To get a better understanding of virus trends on campus, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is temporarily shifting COVID-19 screening to all students living in on-campus congregate housing.

Students participate in a group fitness class at the Campus Rec Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln [courtesy photo | Campus Recreation]

Friday, January 14, 2022 Group Fitness classes now only $20 for the semester

Beginning this spring, the price of the All Class Pass for students to participate in group fitness classes at the Campus Rec Centers is significantly reduced. Previously priced at $48, the pass is now only $20 for the entire spring semester (a 58% savings).

Students exercise on the step machines and ellipticals at the Rec & Wellness Center on East Campus. (photo by Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Friday, January 7, 2022 Tips to successfully navigate the crowds at the rec centers

The first few weeks of the spring semester are always the busiest time of the year at the Campus Rec Centers. Cold weather, new year resolutions, and not-yet-busy schedules have students swarming to the indoor facilities, sometimes leading to heartache and frustration at how crowded the spaces can be. Here are 11 tips for navigating to success as the semester begins.

City Campus at the beginning of the semester

Tuesday, December 21, 2021 Fall-ing for Nebraska | Fall Photo Recap

A celebration of student life during Fall 2021 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

The four-night Destress Fest will happen Dec. 6-9, 2021 and is free for all Husker students.

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 Bob Ross, Open Mic Night are part of four-night Destress Fest

Give yourself permission to take a break from intensive studying during the most hectic week of the semester December 6–9. Every evening relax with a break for fun, fellowship and self-care at the Destress Fest.

Monday, November 29, 2021 Dining menus and nutrition info now online

In an effort to enhance students’ dining experiences, Dining Services has implemented NetNutrition®, an online nutrition portal that helps promote allergen awareness and encourage informed menu choices.

Spending time with friends and family is an excellent idea to show gratitude to them. [Photo by cottonbro from Pexels.]

Monday, November 22, 2021 Six ways to show gratitude without breaking the bank

From 12 to 1 p.m. Tuesday, November 23, visit the Nebraska Union’s Memorial Plaza to leave your mark on the “Gratitude Grafitti” big board with a note of thanks to others or to share what you are grateful for and receive a FREE gratitude journal, courtesy of Big Red Resilience and Well-being.

Monday, October 25, 2021 3 ways to improve your college experience next year

College offers the unique experience of living with friends, exploring a variety of on-campus events, and growing through your academic experiences and campus/community involvement. It’s never too early to start thinking about how you hope to improve that experience in 2022-23.