Well-being

Balanced meals are vital for your brain health, says the University Health Center.

Thursday, May 2, 2024 Bite-sized tips to fuel your brain for finals week

University Health Center registered dietitian Sarah Keegan, MS, RDN, LMNT, CDCES, shares simple ways to help you fuel up for finals.

Adding in fun study breaks will let you relax, keep you focused and help you stay alert.

Thursday, May 2, 2024 Try these study breaks to reduce end-of-semester overload

While cramming for tests and projects may seem like a rite of passage to generations of college students, it's not the most productive way to study. Even with the best-laid plans or intentions, the last-minute cram is not uncommon. That doesn’t mean you should keep your nose in the books all day and night. In fact, that can diminish the quality of your study session and your mental and physical well-being. Periodic breaks help you stay focused and alert.

Monopoly is one of the board games you can play at the May 9, 2024 event at Love Library. [image by maria-lin-kim-lum]

Thursday, May 2, 2024 Laugh and relax at 6 free de-stress activities on campus, May 6-10

With finals right around the corner, take some time for yourself and check out all the de-stress events happening on campus.

Monday, April 29, 2024 As the semester winds down, follow 5 key tips to celebrate smartly

By celebrating responsibly, you can actually maximize the fun during this time. Here are the top tips to keep in mind, no matter how you choose to unwind.

Marissa Cruse, a senior from Belleville, Illinois, is quizzed on her economics capstone project by her boyfriend Connor Herbert. Spring on city campus. April 10, 2023. [Photo by Craig Chandler | University Communication]

Monday, April 29, 2024 Before leaving campus for the summer, do these things

Use this checklist to help you minimize the stress in the last three weeks of the spring semester.

Sunday, April 21, 2024 Two mocktail drink recipes to celebrate the Spring Game

Ensure you and your friends have an enjoyable and safe experience before, during, and after the game.

Student takes a photo with a Cause The Change tote bag in front of a denim wall in support of sexual assault survivors on Denim Day 2023.

Sunday, April 21, 2024 Outside events abound among the 5 can’t-miss happenings this week

Enjoy the spring weather this week (April 22-28), and spend time with your friends playing games, exploring Lincoln by bike, or supporting other Huskers leading up to Nebraska's Spring Game on Saturday.

Friday, April 19, 2024 Sip smart to safeguard your smile

The beverages you consume can affect your teeth. Some drinks bathe your teeth in acids that your saliva struggles to neutralize fast enough which leaves your teeth vulnerable to damage.

Monday, April 15, 2024 Don't get burned this 4/20

While the number of dispensaries popping up along O Street and Antelope Valley Parkway may have you curious about marijuana, THC and experimentation, it’s important that you understand the consequences of use so you can make an informed decision. What you need to know if you choose to use.

Wednesday, April 3, 2024 4 Tips for Staying Motivated

Staying motivated throughout the school year can be difficult for many students. Here are some tips for how to continue to motivate yourself in times when it feels difficult.

Denim jeans stacked in a pile next to a teal ribbon, representing Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Monday, April 1, 2024 Support survivors during Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The Center for Advocacy, Response, and Education (CARE) will be hosting events and activities all month long to support survivors and educate the campus community. Here are the ways you can show your support and get involved with ending sexual violence.

Students looks on with head leaning on their hand

Monday, April 1, 2024 Tips for Helping Your Student Stay Motivated

Keeping up motivation through a long school year can be difficult for many students. Here are some tips to connect with your student and provide support when experiencing these concerns.

Thursday, March 28, 2024 Plant-based dishes bring sustainability to dining centers for month of April

Dining Services is participating in Earthstock 2024 by featuring plant-based dishes every Thursday in April at the Abel, Cather, East, and Harper Dining Centers.

Student watches the sandhill cranes migrating at Platte River Valley.

Monday, March 25, 2024 Conversations, cooking, and cranes highlight this week's featured events

Join conversations about consent, women's voting rights, and trans visibility; Learn to prepare a salmon sushi bake and protein bowls; and take a trip to watch the migration of sandhill cranes. Keep reading for the featured events March 25-29.

University of Nebraska–Lincoln | The Big Event

Monday, March 25, 2024 Next@Nebraska edition for March 25, 2024

Madi Pfeiffer, a Big Red Resilience and Well-Being ambassador, goes over statistics about suicide for a REACH training session. [Kristen Labadie | University Communication and Marketing]

Wednesday, March 20, 2024 REACH suicide prevention training educates campus on ways to engage

Even though the conversations can be uncomfortable, a Big Red Resilience and Well-Being program is encouraging Huskers to talk about suicide as a way to create “a campus culture of caring.”

Monday, March 18, 2024 Bracket Buster: Sports betting prevention tips for March Madness

by Jon Gayer, assistant director for alcohol and drug education, jgayer3@unl.edu

The excitement is palpable with both the Nebraska men's and women's teams in the NCAA March Madness college basketball championship tournaments.

Yet amidst the thrill, it's crucial to acknowledge the potential impact of problem gambling on students during the Huskers' journey.

Outdoor soccer. Indoor volleyball. (courtesy image)

Thursday, March 14, 2024 6 intramural team sports to start soon

As the weather warms, Intramural Sports at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is set to begin a jam-packed stretch of team sports for students to play and enjoy.

A student rides a BikeLNK bicycle on city campus.

Tuesday, March 12, 2024 Biking on campus: Check out these 3 options for two-wheel travel

Whether you're looking to save walking time, decrease your carbon footprint or simply get some exercise, biking offers an easy alternative way to get around town. Here is a guide to biking options available to you on campus.

The UNL campus recreational center at City Campus in Lincoln, Nebraska. [photo by Jerry Saguin | Daily Nebraskan]

Friday, March 8, 2024 Campus rec centers support healthy lifestyles among all age groups

[Daily Nebraskan] It isn’t the most common sight to see someone over the age of 40 curling dumbbells in a college recreation center, but for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, this is a regular occurrence.