Your Student's Support System

by Candice Howell

Campus connections make a big difference in your student’s college career. And Nebraska Wesleyan works hard to help students make those connections to campus resources right away. 

Cooper Center for Academic Resources

The Cooper Center can help with writing, speaking and study skills. Trained peer consultants collaborate with students to revise papers, sharpen presentations and prepare for exams. They partner with students at every level, from introductory courses to senior capstones. The Cooper Center is part of the Academic Support Collaborative at the Hub, which includes Library Services, Accessibility, and Advising, which are all co-located on the first floor of the Cochrane-Woods Library. 

Center for Student Engagement and Belonging

The Center for Student Engagement and Belonging strives to build a welcoming culture at Nebraska Wesleyan University. The staff provide campus-wide education as well as support and advocacy for individual students and student organizations. They also provide many opportunities for students to get connected through clubs, organizations, and campus activities. 

Peer Assistants

Peer assistants (PAs) are one of your student’s most valuable resources. They are trained and experienced students living in the residence halls; they’ve been through a lot of what your student will soon experience. And they have valuable wisdom to share. 

Counseling Services

Students experiencing problems with stress, anxiety, depression, relationships or loneliness can contact Counseling Services at (402) 465-2464. Go to counseling.nebrwesleyan.edu to learn more. 

Student Health Services

Student health staff are available Monday–Friday, and most services are already paid for through the student activity fee. 

Student Support Services

When professors have concerns about a student’s well-being, they may notify NWU’s CARE Team. Caring professors or staff members follow up with a simple conversation to make sure they’re OK. 

University Ministries

The Nebraska Wesleyan experience is about academic, intellectual and spiritual growth. University Ministries connects students of all religions to resources and faith communities on campus and across Lincoln. 

Voices of Hope Campus Advocate

Advocates provide support to people who have been affected by relationship violence and sexual assault. Talking with the campus advocate is free and confidential. 

Computing Services and Instructional Technology (CSIT)

CSIT staff and students work in Smith-Curtis 109 to help with technology needs. Students can come to the office or call (402) 465-7777 with questions.

Candice Howell is the associate dean for student success.