Taking care of yourself is part of finding your place at NEBRASKA. Health & Well-being brings together services that support your body, mind, daily routines and overall student experience. Some resources help when you need care right away. Others can help you build habits, find food or basic needs support, move your body, talk through a hard moment or make choices that help you feel well over time.
You do not have to know the exact office before you ask for help. Start with what you need today, then use the options below to connect with the resource that fits best.
Health & Well-being
Where do I go when I’m sick?
Feeling sick, getting hurt or managing a health concern can interrupt everything else you are trying to accomplish. NEBRASKA students can access medical care, dental care, pharmacy services and other health resources that help them get answers and take the next step getting back to health.
- University Health Center
- Get care for illnesses, injuries, dental needs, preventive health, medical questions and other student health concerns.
- Pharmacy
- Fill prescriptions, ask medication-related questions and access over-the-counter health products.
I need someone to talk to. Where can I go?
Having someone to talk to can make a difference. Students seek support for many reasons, including stress, relationships, grief, identity, loneliness, family concerns, anxiety or simply needing a private space to sort through what they are experiencing.
- Counseling & Psychological Services
- Connect with mental health support, counseling and resources.
- Well-being Collective
- Explore the programs produced by the Well-being Collective, education and resources that help students build well-being skills and community.
I’m stressed, burned out or overwhelmed. What can help?
Busy seasons are part of college, but you do not have to push through them without support. A healthier routine might start with talking to someone, moving your body, eating more consistently, learning new coping strategies or finding a community that helps you reset.
- Counseling & Psychological Services
- Talk with a professional about stress, anxiety, emotional challenges or life transitions.
- Campus Recreation
- Find fitness, recreation and wellness opportunities that support physical and mental well-being.
- Well-being Collective
- Learn strategies and connect with resources that support whole-student well-being.
I want to move more, feel stronger or build a fitness routine.
Movement can support energy, mood, confidence and connection. You can be brand new to fitness, returning to a routine or looking for something more structured. Campus Recreation offers many ways to move in a way that fits your interests and comfort level.
Students can explore fitness spaces, group fitness, intramural sports, outdoor recreation, wellness programming and other opportunities to stay active. You do not need to be an athlete to participate. Campus Recreation helps students find movement that feels accessible, enjoyable and sustainable.
- Campus Recreation
- Explore fitness facilities, group fitness, intramural sports, outdoor recreation and wellness programs.
- Wellness & Nutrition
- Connect with nutrition and wellness guidance through Campus Recreation resources, including support from a licensed nutritionist at Campus Recreation.
I need help with food, groceries or basic needs.
Every student deserves access to food and basic resources. If you are worried about having enough to eat, need help stretching your budget or are looking for support with essential items, there are campus resources that can help.
Husker Pantry provides food and personal items to students. Husker Closet helps students access seasonal clothing resources such as winter coats, stocking hats and other attire. These services are designed to support students with dignity and care, whether you need help once or more regularly.
- Husker Pantry
- Access food and personal items when you need support with basic needs.
- Husker Closet
- Find seasonal clothing resources, including winter coats, stocking hats and other attire.
- Emergency Basic Needs
- Learn about financial and housing assistance to help with unexpected or unplanned emergencies.
I want to eat better, but I’m not sure where to start.
Food choices can feel complicated when your schedule, budget, health needs, dining plan and stress level are all part of the equation. Nutrition support can help you make realistic choices, ask questions and find options that work with your life as a student.
- Wellness & Nutrition
- Connect with Campus Recreation nutrition and wellness support, including a licensed nutritionist at Campus Recreation.
- Dining Services Dietician
- Get help navigating campus dining, nutrition questions, allergies, food sensitivities and food choices that support your needs.
- Husker Pantry
- Access food resources if food access is making it harder to eat regularly.
I have questions about alcohol, cannabis, vaping or gambling.
Students may want information for themselves, for a friend or for a student organization. Alcohol & Other Drugs Education helps students make informed choices, reduce risk and better understand how substance use and other behaviors can affect well-being, relationships and academic life.
- Alcohol & Other Drugs Education
- Find education, prevention resources and support related to alcohol, cannabis, cigarette and vaping education, other drug use and problem gambling.
- Counseling & Psychological Services
- Talk with a professional when substance use or related concerns are connected to stress, coping, mental health or personal concerns.
I want to build healthier habits.
Well-being is built through small choices over time. Sleep, food, movement, stress, connection and asking for help all shape how students feel and function. A habit does not have to be perfect to be useful; it just needs to be something you can return to.
- Well-being Collective
- Build skills and connect with Well-being Collective programs that support student well-being.
- Campus Recreation
- Find movement, fitness and recreation opportunities that fit your routine.
- Wellness & Nutrition
- Get guidance around nutrition, healthy habits and wellness goals from Campus Recreation.
I’m worried about a friend.
Noticing that someone is struggling can leave you unsure of what to say or do. You do not have to solve everything yourself. You can check in, offer support and help connect them with people who can respond to their needs.
- Student Advocacy & Support
- Connect a student with support when you are worried about their well-being, safety or ability to manage a difficult situation.
- Counseling & Psychological Services
- Connect a student with mental health support and counseling resources.
- Husker Pantry
- Help a friend access food and personal items.
- Alcohol & Other Drugs Education
- Find education and support related to alcohol, cannabis, vaping, other drug use or problem gambling concerns.
I’m not sure what I need yet.
That is okay. Many students start with a question, a concern or a feeling that something is off. The important thing is taking a first step. If one resource is not the right fit, staff can often help point you toward a better option.
- Student Advocacy & Support
- Start here for help identifying the right resource on campus.
- University Health Center
- Start here for medical care, dental care and student health needs.
- Counseling & Psychological Services
- Start here for mental health and emotional support.
- Campus Recreation
- Start here for movement, fitness, recreation and wellness opportunities.
- Husker Pantry
- Start here for food and personal item support.
- Husker Closet
- Start here for seasonal clothing resources.
Explore Health & Well-being Resources
Campus Recreation
Campus Recreation helps students move, play, compete, explore and build healthy routines. From fitness facilities and group fitness to intramural sports, outdoor recreation and wellness programs, Campus Recreation offers a wide range of ways to support physical and mental well-being.
- Best for students who want to:
- Move more, build a fitness routine, manage stress, try something new or connect through recreation.
University Health Center
The University Health Center provides medical, dental and health services for students. Students can get support for illnesses, injuries, preventive care, dental needs and other health questions that come up during their time at NEBRASKA.
- Best for students who need:
- Medical care, dental care, treatment, testing, preventive health services or help with a health concern.
Pharmacy
The Pharmacy supports students with prescription and over-the-counter medication needs. Students can fill prescriptions, ask medication-related questions and access products that support everyday health.
- Best for students who need:
- Prescription services, medication guidance or over-the-counter health products.
Counseling & Psychological Services
Counseling & Psychological Services supports students’ mental and emotional well-being. Students can connect with counseling and resources for stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, life transitions and other concerns.
- Best for students who need:
- Someone to talk to, mental health support, counseling or help during a difficult time.
Husker Pantry
Husker Pantry supports students who need access to food and personal items. It is a resource for students experiencing food insecurity or temporary gaps in basic needs.
- Best for students who need:
- Food, personal items or support meeting basic needs.
Husker Closet
Husker Closet helps students access seasonal clothing resources such as winter coats, stocking hats and other attire. It can help students prepare for colder weather and other seasonal needs.
- Best for students who need:
- Seasonal clothing, winter coats, stocking hats or other attire.
Alcohol & Other Drugs Education
Alcohol & Other Drugs Education provides prevention, education and support related to alcohol, cannabis, cigarette and vaping education, other drug use and problem gambling. Students can find resources to make informed choices, reduce risk and support themselves or others.
- Best for students who need:
- Information, education or support related to alcohol, cannabis, vaping, other drug use or problem gambling.
Wellness & Nutrition (Campus Recreation)
Wellness & Nutrition through Campus Recreation helps students build healthy habits around food, movement and overall well-being. Students can connect with nutrition guidance, wellness education and support from the licensed nutritionist at Campus Recreation.
- Best for students who want to:
- Improve eating habits, ask nutrition questions, build wellness routines or connect food and movement goals.
Dining Services Dietician
Dining Services dietician support helps students navigate campus dining and make choices that support their needs. Students can connect for guidance related to eating on campus, nutrition questions, allergies, food sensitivities and dining options.
- Best for students who need:
- Help understanding dining options, nutrition guidance, allergy or food sensitivity support, or help making food choices on campus.
Well-being Collective
The Well-being Collective, in collaboration with other campus partners, helps students build skills, explore resources and connect with opportunities that support whole-student well-being. Through education and programming, students can learn practical ways to care for themselves and support others.
- Best for students who want to:
- Build well-being skills, learn healthy strategies, connect with support or explore whole-student wellness.