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University Gatekeeper Program (UGP) Suicide Prevention Trainings

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Suicide prevention is a shared campus responsibility.

Anyone can help prevent suicide by learning the risks, warning signs, and how to intervene. The UNO Gatekeeper Program is designed to help the UNO community prevent suicide by teaching faculty, staff, and students how to recognize signs and how to intervene in a crisis.

If you are having thoughts of suicide, please call (402) 554-2409 and after-hours, press 2. You may also call or text 988 or text the word "START" to 741-741.

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Suicide and suicidal behaviors are major concerns for colleges and universities. Suicide is a leading cause of death among college and university students in the United States. The most powerful strategy to help combat suicide risk in college is to create a campus culture where suicide prevention is a shared campus responsibility and all members of the campus community work together to create a culture of caring and support. We believe that through University Gatekeeper Program (UGP) trainings we can reduce the stigma of mental illness, particularly surrounding suicide and depression.

For other ways to get involved in Suicide Awareness and Prevention efforts, volunteer or participate in the Out of the Darkness Walk each April. For more information, visit: AFSP Campus Walks.

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About UGP Suicide Prevention Trainings

Suicide prevention gatekeeper trainings are intended to provide general information to help reduce suicide risk through a training program specifically designed for individuals who are not trained and who are not licensed mental health professionals. The Gatekeeper Training* aims to help increase knowledge and awareness of suicide risk and inform attendees on college and community resources.

*A Gatekeeper Training is not a clinical mental health training. It does not teach suicide assessment or intervention strategies, nor is it a comprehensive training on suicide risk.

Who Can be UGP Trained?

UNO offers training to students, faculty, and staff.

How long is a UGP Training?

Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Trainings are 105 minutes in length. The University Gatekeeper Program also offers a 60-minute condensed intervention program. We encourage all to complete the 105-minute training. But we want all students, faculty, and staff to have the skills to help someone in crisis.

Want more information about the training and UNO’s resources? The University Gatekeeper Program (UGP) also offers a 15-minute informational session.

Sign up or Request a UGP Suicide Prevention Training

During the Fall and Spring semesters, trainings will be offered at regular intervals. Please refer to the schedule below. Trainings are slightly more limited during the summer and available by request. For more information about attending and/or scheduling a training, email suicideprevention@unomaha.edu.

Spring 2023 Student UGP Trainings Offered

Monday, January 30th | 10 A.M. | Location TBD | Student

Wednesday, February 22nd | 1 P.M. | Location TBD | Student

Tuesday, March 14th | 3 P.M. | Location TBD | Student

Thursday, April 6th | 11:30 A.M. | Location TBD | Student

Spring 2023 Faculty UGP Trainings Offered

Tuesday, January 31st | 10 A.M. | Location TBD | Faculty

Thursday, February 23rd | 1 P.M. | Location TBD | Faculty

Monday, March 13th | 3 P.M. | Location TBD | Faculty

Wednesday, April 5th | 11:30 A.M. | Location TBD | Faculty

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Or to access sign-up directly by clicking the links below:
Faculty and Staff: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E44AFAA2AA7F49-fall1

Students: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E44AFAA2AA7F49-fall

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

  • Services Offered
  • What to Expect
  • How to Help a Friend
  • What To Do In A Crisis
  • University Gatekeeper Program (UGP) Suicide Prevention Trainings
  • Student Resources
  • Parent and Family Resources
  • NAMI On Campus
  • Faculty and Staff Resources
  • Training, Programs, and Workshops
  • Meet The Staff

Additional Resources

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Maida Avdic, PLMHP
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Suicide Prevention and Education Coordinator

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