Last Friday, researchers from the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center stood shoulder-to-shoulder with numerous organizations, united in the mission to prevent suicide. Governor Jim Pillen's proclamation of September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month sends a powerful message: We're here...
by Deborah Shanahan | University of Nebraska Public Policy Center Nebraska schools across the state are taking advantage of millions in federal grant funds to better respond to students’ mental health needs. “We’re seeing a good shift in schools in tackling mental health and suicide prevention...
The Nebraska Department of Education, Nebraska Council of School Administrators, Boys Town, and the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center recently partnered to develop a series of live-action and animated videos to educate schools, students, and parents about the Safe2Help Nebraska reporting...
This summer, we welcomed Morgan Gaspar as an Undergraduate Research Assistant. She is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in political science and economics at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Welcome Morgan!
In May, we welcomed Madeleine Grimm as a Research Coordinator. As a recent graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, she earned her BSBA degree with a focus on Economics. She was previously an undergraduate research assistant for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Economics Department. Welcome...
In May, we welcomed Nyomi Thompson as a Senior Research Specialist. Nyomi received her BSW from The Ohio State University and her MSW and MS in Social Policy at University of Pennsylvania. Her areas of interest are health policy, suicide prevention, and community engagement and empowerment. Welcome...
This summer, we welcomed McKenna Schneider as a Training & Outreach Specialist. She earned a BA from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in English and Communication Studies. She is pursuing her MA in Applied Behavior Analysis and is compelled by the idea of using evidence-based practices to improve...
Earlier this year, we welcomed Madison Vanek as an administrative support associate. Madison earned her bachelor’s degree in Political Science with a focus in International Relations and Public Policy from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Welcome, Madison!
The Community Crops Family Service Lincoln is a non-profit organization that provides education, advocacy and experiences to grow local food. The Public Policy Center is helping to evaluate their efforts. Community Crops is offering FREE Urban Grower Classes this summer. Classes meet in-person and...
Two decisions made in different parts of the country five years ago are offering the prospect of greater public confidence in Nebraska’s courts. In August 2018, Nebraska Supreme Court Chief Justice Mike Heavican convened representatives of Nebraska-based tribes, the state and the federal government...
Dr. Mario Scalora and Dr. Denise Bulling of the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center hosted National Counterterrorism Innovation, Technology, and Education Center (NCITE) experts and visiting officials from the Department of Homeland Security's National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Office...
Brian Hanson joined the Public Policy Center in 2023, bringing experience as a teacher and scholar of political science and public policy. His areas of interest include the politics and policy of the rural U.S. - particularly civic engagement and public opinion in rural areas, as well as health...
The Public Policy Center and the Lincoln Community Foundation conducted interactive data walk events to share and gather community feedback on key data about the Lincoln Community. Dr. Stacey Hoffman leads the Lincoln Vital Signs team while Dr. Janell Walther provides strategic consultation and...
Over the past three years, Nebraska mental health professionals and practitioners have been attending regularly scheduled behavioral health training sessions covering topics such as psychology, substance use, criminal justice, health equity, and more. This project, made possible by a partnership...
What: The 2023 Nebraska Disaster Behavioral Health Virtual Training & Exercise When: Wednesday, July 26th & Thursday, July 27. This yearly training is for psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, mental health care providers, public health officials, nurses, emergency managers, and first...
The Public Policy Center has created a de-escalation video in partnership with the Nebraska Department of Education to help frontline workers learn how to employ de-escalation techniques to help reduce tension and aggression when interacting with the public. Frontline workers are often faced with...
Over the past year, the Public Policy Center has maintained a statewide presence, with research and projects impacting every county in Nebraska. Notable projects include efforts to address school behavioral health and safety needs, youth suicide prevention, violence prevention and threat assessment...
Tips and Tricks for Working with Children and Youth in Mental Health Practice Postponed The purpose of this training is to provide Nebraska-licensed mental health professionals (i.e., social workers, counselors, psychologists) currently serving adults an overview workshop to increase interest in...
More than 6,900 students have been named to the Deans’ List for the fall semester of the 2022-23 academic year. To make the Dean's List, students must have a grade-point average of 3.7 or higher if they are in the College of Arts and Sciences or the College of Journalism and Mass Communications...
According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, on average, one person dies by suicide every 36 hours in Nebraska. The Kim Foundation, a statewide organization focused on suicide prevention, collaborated with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and the Nebraska State...