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Personal Success

The Office of Military and Veteran Services recognizes that our students may need support outside of the classroom. Your physical, emotional, and overall well-being require support as well. Below are resources and services offered through our office and across campus.  We are happy to help you make connections, whether those be to wellness programming, VA benefits support, or student life and activities.


Vet Success on Campus (VSOC)

The VSOC program helps student veterans and their qualified dependents succeed and thrive at UNO. 

VSOC does this through on-campus benefits assistance and counseling that leads to the completion of students’ education and preparing them to enter the labor market.

Contact
Melvin Neail
VR&E Vet Success on Campus (VSOC) Counselor

Veterans Integration to Academic Leadership (VITAL)

VITAL is a collaboration between VA and higher education designed to help student Veterans transition from servicemember to student. 

Campus outreach social workers can help student Veterans with VA services, and act as students' advocates at school.

Kyle Lamb can assist with connecting veteran students to treatment, enrolling in VA health care services, and navigating the VA care system.

Kyle is currently operating virtually. Use the contact information below to connect anytime:

Phone: 402.807.6094 
Email: kyle.lamb2@va.gov 


Nebraska Department of Veterans Affairs

The NDVA's mission is to honor Nebraska veterans and their families by providing excellent service, assistance, and care. 

The primary function of the Nebraska Veteran Service Officer is to process disability claims and other benefits claims through the VA. If you have questions about the disability claims process or are interested in making adjustments to your claim, contact Matt Starkey:

Phone: 402.318.1481
Email: matthew.starkey@va.gov or matt.starkey@nebraska.gov 

Matt is currently operating virtually; feel free to connect with him any time.


Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

CAPS provides programs and services on-campus that assist students in maximizing their potential while at UNO. 

Counseling services are confidential and are all conducted by Licensed Mental Health Practitioners and a graduate student.

CAPS is continuing to offer counseling services via phone and telehealth during the online learning period. Please call 402.554.2409 to schedule an appointment.


UNO Campus Recreation

The mission of Campus Recreation is to enhance the UNO community's quality of life through participation in fun, diverse recreational, and leisure opportunities. 

Campus Recreation's staff, programs, and facilities are recognized locally, regionally, and nationally as leaders in the leisure and recreational sports profession

Activities, classes, and hours can be found on the Campus Rec website.


Outside the Classroom

Student Life 

Maverick Mentoring Program coming soon!