Student Support - CASNR Cares

What happens if a student:

• Has a family or health emergency and can't attend class?
• Needs to connect with a UNL service, but doesn't know where to begin?
• Is struggling emotionally, academically or personally and needs to connect with someone who can help?
• Has trouble adjusting to college or being away from home?
• Just needs someone to talk to?

CASNR CARES is the first point of contact for students, faculty, staff and parents when there are questions, concerns or situations that affect a student's educational experience at CASNR.

CASNR CARES is dedicated to helping students personally and individually. Each student's situation and personality are different—and so are the solutions. All referrals are held in confidence. (Parents: Remember that privacy guidelines and confidentiality standards may prevent us from sharing some of your student's information—even with you!)

Who initiates contact?

Anyone. It could be the student, a faculty or staff member, or a parent. It all starts with a call to the CASNR CARES office 402-472-2201—and then our CASNR Student Success Team puts the wheels in motion.

It might be simply arranging a visit with the student to see how things are going in the classroom or in life. Or it might involve introducing the student to campus resources and people who can help them navigate an academic or personal challenge.

CASNR CARES is one reason CASNR has such a high student retention rate. Students know where to go when they have questions or need help. Faculty and staff have a resource to guide students they believe need some assistance. Parents have a point person on campus to contact when necessary.

CASNR CARES: Another unique difference-maker that makes CASNR a very special experience.

What else does the CASNR Student Success Team Do? 

• Host undergraduate events and programs to help students develop a sense of belonging 
• Serve as your CASNR Start Smart instructors 
• Help students maintain or regain good academic standing 
• Provide point-in-time notifications for students for important deadlines throughout the academic year 
• Identify barriers that are impacting student well-being and degree progress and assist students individually 
• Provide support to students who are working to get back on track and re-engage with their coursework after time away 

Graduate Students: 

• Present workshops on academic, personal, and professional growth 
• Provide feedback on career materials and topics such as resumes, cover letters, and interview prep 
• Provide confidential one-on-one support related to your academic or program experience 
• Share referrals to different resources and services on and off campus based on needs 
• Communicate opportunities that enhance the graduate and professional student experience for professional development