Our mission is to link policy with research, process, and practice. We aim to actively inform public policy by bringing expertise in a variety of areas.

Lincoln, NE
Joined April 2015
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2026 #GPATAP Training Event! A huge thank you to this year's incredible speakers: Philip Saragoza, Mario Scalora, Keith Hansen, Rachel Solov, Eli Hotchkin, Eric Weiss, & Owen Yardley. @NU_PPC is proud to co-sponsor this event with @atapgp.
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That's a wrap for day one of the 2026 #GPATAP Training Event! Special thanks to today's speakers, Philip Saragoza, Mario Scalora, Keith Hansen, Rachel Solov, & Eli Hotchkin. @NU_PPC is proud to partner with @atapgp to bring this year's training to life. Can't wait for Day 2!
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See you all this Thurs & Fri for the 2026 Great Plains Association of Threat Assessment Professionals Training Event at the Lincoln Cornhusker Marriott Hotel. If you can't make it in person, join us on Zoom. Register at go.unl.edu/gpatap26 Presented by @NU_PPC & @atapgp
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Join us in-person or via Zoom for the 2026 Great Plains Association of Threat Assessment Professionals Fall Training Event on October 8-9 at the Lincoln Cornhusker Marriott Hotel. Register at go.unl.edu/gpatap26 Presented by @NU_PPC & @atapgp
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Suicide prevention is a year-round commitment. The work of showing up for the people in our lives is for all twelve. Stronger Together: Connect. Support. Prevent. samhsa.gov/mental-health/sui… #SuicidePreventionMonth #ConnectSupportPrevent #SPM2026 @samhsagov
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Apply before Sept. 29th or miss out on this Research Coordinator #JobOpportunity! Join our multidisciplinary team to facilitate research, collect and analyze data, and present findings to community partners. Apply today: employment.unl.edu/postings/…
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Timely, compassionate, evidence-informed behavioral health care, peer support, and coordinated services can help people recover and improve outcomes for those experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors. Seeking help is a sign of strength. FindTreatment.gov @samhsagov
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Congratulations to all the @UNLincoln staff Celebrating years of service milestones! 🎉 Special congrats to @NU_PPC's Janell Walther on 20 years, and McKenna Schneider, Jason Shonerd, Taylor Smith, and Liz Green on 5 years. See the list of honorees at ow.ly/2oSF50ZQimw
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Join us Oct. 27th for this free webinar on Collaborative Rural Geriatric Behavioral Healthcare. Learn evidence-based geriatric behavioral health knowledge and practical tools. Register at go.unl.edu/reg-rural-bh. Sponsored by @NU_PPC and @NEDHHS
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Our favorite waste diversion mascot tried a VR headset to see the future of recycling. Small steps—like recycling right and composting—make a massive difference. See how you can show our landfill some love: lovelandphil.com #LoveYourLandPhil #LincolnNE #RecycleRight
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Looking for a career that makes a positive impact? Apply now for a Research Coordinator position at @NU_PPC. #NowHiring Learn more & apply before Sept. 29th: employment.unl.edu/postings/…
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Congratulations to Valerie Swartz-Hansen, Operations Manager for @NU_PPC, on being accepted into the Staff Leadership Academy 2026-27 cohort. She joins 24 other @UNLincoln staff members selected. news.unl.edu/article/staff-l…
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988 is always there. So is your local crisis system: mobile teams, stabilization centers, community clinics. Know and share what's available before you need it. Learn more about #mobile-crisis-care: samhsa.gov/mental-health/988… #YouAreNotAlone #SPM2026 #StrongerTogether @samhsagov
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Join a team that brings people, data, and research together to solve complex public issues. @NU_PPC is looking for a full-time Research Coordinator. Don't miss out on this career opportunity with a robust benefits package. Learn more & apply today: employment.unl.edu/postings/…
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The E.N. Thompson Forum on World Issues kicks off a new season later this month with historian Sarah M.S. Pearsall at Sheldon Museum of Art, Tuesday, September 22 at 5:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Learn more and register at ow.ly/8bvR50ZMFN9
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Learn the warning signs of suicide for the people in your life, and for yourself. Changes in mood, sleep, or behavior; withdrawing from others; talking about having no reason to live: samhsa.gov/mental-health/sui… #SPM2026 #SuicidePrevention #SupportMatters @samhsagov
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9/8 is #988Day! Join us in raising awareness of @988Lifeline and reminding people that support is available. This year’s theme, “988 Reasons: Your reason is reason enough,” reminds us that you don’t have to be in crisis to reach out. Learn more: samhsa.gov/988Day
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Don't miss out on this free, virtual training on bridging gaps in school mental health on Sept. 3 starting at 11 a.m. CT. Register now: go.unl.edu/2026-chw-reg
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Apply by this Thursday or miss out on this Research Specialist #JobOpportunity! Join our multidisciplinary team to facilitate research, collect and analyze data, and present findings to community partners. Apply today: employment.unl.edu/postings/…
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