University of Nebraska Public Policy Center

09/11/2026

The E.N. Thompson Forum on World Issues kicks off a new season later this month. The opening talk of the season features historian Sarah M.S. Pearsall at Sheldon Museum of Art, Tuesday, September 22 at 5:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.
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The 38th season of the E.N. Thompson Forum on World Issues at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln will reflect on 250 years of U.S. history with five mainstage speakers and a storytelling show. All events are free and open to the public.

09/10/2026

Learn the warning signs of su***de for the people in your life, and for yourself. Changes in mood, sleep, or behavior; withdrawing from others; talking about having no reason to live: samhsa.gov/mental-health/suicidal-behavior/warning-signs
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09/08/2026

Mark your calendars: 9/8 is ! Join us in raising awareness of the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline and reminding people that support is available. This year’s theme, “988 Reasons: Your reason is reason enough,” reminds us that you don’t have to be in crisis to reach out. Learn more and find resources to participate: samhsa.gov/988Day

09/01/2026

Don't miss out on this free, virtual training on bridging gaps in school mental health on Sept. 3 starting at 11 a.m. CT.

Register now: go.unl.edu/2026-chw-reg

09/01/2026

Apply by this Thursday or miss out on this Research Specialist ! Join our multidisciplinary team to facilitate research, collect and analyze data, and present findings to community partners.

Apply today: employment.unl.edu/postings/101779

08/28/2026

Join us for the third and final virtual Lunch & Learn session on Mon., Aug. 31st from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. (CT), 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. (MT) https://unlcorexmuw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eerzjfyxeP1ftRA
In this session, Jay Martin and Dr. Denise Bulling will discuss How, When, and Where Schools Can Access External Assistance with Psychological First Aid for Schools. K-12 personnel, school safety teams, school mental health, Educational Service Unit personnel, and community and regional behavioral health workers are invited to attend.

08/27/2026

Looking for a career that makes a positive impact? Apply now for a Research Specialist I, II, or Sr. Research Specialist position at the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center.

Learn more & apply by Sept. 3rd: employment.unl.edu/postings/101779

08/25/2026

We're Hiring! NUPPC Research Specialists work with dynamic teams on a variety of public policy projects, including those in behavioral health, public participation, and other applied social sciences endeavors.

Apply by Sept. 3rd: employment.unl.edu/postings/101779

08/24/2026

Join us for the second of three virtual Lunch and Learn sessions on Wed., Aug. 26th from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. (CT); 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. (MT). https://ow.ly/j3Kc50Zwm4r
In this session, Dr. Kurt Mantonya will discuss the essentials of reunifying parents/guardians with their student after an emergency or critical event. We invite K-12 personnel, school safety teams, school mental health, Educational Service Unit personnel, and community and regional behavioral health workers to attend.

08/20/2026

We are training over 30 clinicians in western Nebraska today as part of our partnership with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Behavioral Health. Thank you NACO West in Ogallala for hosting us!