Supporting Your Student’s Wellness

by Karri Alschwede and Kim Corner

We hope your student is excited to begin their NWU experience. We see a strong connection between our students’ wellness and their engagement on campus. That’s why we do so much to support their health and their involvement here.

Your student has access to excellent health and wellness support via Nebraska Wesleyan’s Student Health Services and Counseling Services.

We have RNs available daily to evaluate injuries or illnesses, and to offer health counseling and referrals. We also staff Advanced Practice Nurses (APRNs) 12-15 hours per week to diagnose and treat illness and injury. The APRN has prescribing authority and can perform tests on campus, including rapid influenza, mono, strep, and COVID-19 tests. We offer students first-aid and over-the-counter medications at no cost. Student Health can also administer injections for allergies or other medical needs at no cost.

To provide the best possible care, we require each student to submit a confidential medical history form, immunization history form and documentation of compliance with the university’s vaccination requirements by July 15. These requirements help us treat your student appropriately should they need care from Student Health professionals.

Counseling Services also provides personal counseling by licensed mental health practitioners. Some common reasons students visit a counselor include depression, anxiety, homesickness, stress, relationship concerns, trauma and grief.

We’re committed to students’ mental health. As your student transitions to college, we’re here to provide excellent support. We look forward to serving your student this fall.

Karri Ahlschwede is director of student health.

Kim Corner is director of counseling services.