University Health Center

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.

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.

Tuesday, February 18, 2020 ‘Be PrEPared’ workshop offers LGBTQ community knowledge about sexual health

After a four-year hiatus, the University Health Center will host “Be PrEPared,” a workshop dedicated to educating the LGBTQ community about sexual health.

Associate professor Kwakituli Dreher teaches a Zumba class for Love Your Heart Week at the Nebraska East Union on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. | Daily Nebraskan

Thursday, February 13, 2020 ‘Love Your Heart Week’ educates students on heart healthy habits

University of Nebraska-Lincoln organizations have come together for the initiative “Love Your Heart Week” to raise awareness about heart health — especially among at-risk students.

Monday, February 10, 2020 Whats happening in Lincoln, Feb.10-16

Galentine’s Day and Let's GLO Crazy are two events this week.

A student displays a green bandana tied to their backpack - a symbol of the Green Bandana project.

Friday, January 24, 2020 Student-led project aims to curtail mental health stigma

A new campaign, the Bandana Project, will launch at the University of Nebraska—Lincoln to provoke conversations about mental health and promote resources available to help students.

A student walks through the slush outside of the Nebraska Union on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska. | Daily Nebraskan

Friday, January 24, 2020 University Health Center educates students on backpack safety

The University Health Center weighed students’ backpacks at booths on East Campus and City Campus to demonstrate the strain backpacks can put on a student’s back. Jenny Meints, a physical therapist assistant at the health center, said the booths are part of a community outreach event to promote proper backpack wear.

Herbie throws bones in front of the Nebraska bowling alley

Monday, January 13, 2020 Explore Lincoln: 5 things to do this January

Welcome to Explore Lincoln, a monthly column featuring events and interesting things to do on campus and across Lincoln.

Students hugging at Nebraska commencement

Wednesday, December 18, 2019 Spring health coverage available for international students, graduate assistants

International students and graduate assistants are automatically enrolled in the student health insurance plan each semester.

Thursday, December 12, 2019 On-campus resources can ease mental stress

It’s normal to feel crunched for time or pressured to do well on remaining assignments or exams. You are not alone. Although it can be difficult to ask for help, letting someone know you need some assistance or support can make a huge difference in your stress levels.

Monday, December 2, 2019 Adjusted hours for finals week and winter break

Students will enjoy extended hours in many campus locations during finals week. As the break begins, students should expect reduced hours from many campus services. Use this helpful list as a guide:

The University Health Center is the home to CAPS, Big Red Resilience and Well-being as well as medical-related services.

Friday, November 8, 2019 TIPS adds mental health and well-being related options

Thanks to a concerned student, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s TIPS Incident Reporting System now has the option for students to report mental health and well-being related tips.

Students can receive a flu shot by visiting a walk-in clinic or making an appointment at the health center.

Monday, October 7, 2019 Flu shots available at the University Health Center

The University Health Center is offering flu shots for students, faculty and staff.

Wednesday, September 4, 2019 New group to focus on campus safety, reducing sexual assaults, supporting victims

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is forming a campuswide working group to advise and improve efforts to address sexual assault and harassment on campus.

Morgan Smith, a graduate research assistant, shows a tote of fresh vegetables available at Husker Pantry. The pantry and Money Management Center have moved from the Nebraska Union to the University Health Center.

Friday, August 9, 2019 Pantry, money management move to University Health Center

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Husker Pantry and Student Money Management programs have moved to the University Health Center.

Future wellbeing coaches Jillian Black, Kimmy, Montoya, Talor Brumbaugh, Elizabeth Elliott and Amanda Nelson stand outside of the Nebraska Student Health Center on Oct. 4, 2018, in Lincoln, Nebraska. These students are studying to help other students create goals and recognize their strengths and weaknesses. | Daily Nebraskan, Photo by Elsie Stormberg

Monday, October 8, 2018 Students can become peer well-being coaches with new class

Students at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln can take a class to become well-being coaches and help their peers overcome stressful situations.

Wednesday, October 3, 2018 Flu shots available at University Health Center