Alcohol & Drug Abuse
If you have ever wondered whether your alcohol or other drug use is excessive, UNI has many resources that can help. Signs of a potential problems include increasing tolerance, lowered academic performance, trouble with friends, family, school authorities or the police, guilt about your use, previous attempts to cut back, and failing to meet obligations and responsibilities.
To get a better picture of where you are now, you can begin by confidentially speaking with our Substance Abuse Services Coordinator, Julie Barnes. She can be reached at (319) 273-2137. She can also connect students with other helping services, including the UNI Counseling Center and the Student Health Clinic.
Healthy Eating & Eating Concerns
Eating is one of life’s greatest pleasures. However, with the worry about appearance, weight gain, food related illnesses and change in eating environment it is not unusual to experience eating concerns while being at college. For more information or guidance contact Joan Thompson, Health Educator.
Personal Training
Personal Training is a results-driven exercise program designed specifically for you. Your personal trainer will motivate you and provide the direction necessary to reach your individual physical health and wellness goals. Contact Kristy Leen, Personal Fitness Coordinator.
Smoking Cessation
Wellness Recreation Services can help you kick the nicotine habit. Choose a starting point online or contact Kathy Green.
Violence Intervention Services
Violence Intervention Services provides an array of services to victims of sexual violence, relationship violence, stalking and harassment. All Violence Intervention services are confidential and free of charge. Whether you are a student seeking help for yourself or a friend, or a faculty or staff member concerned about a student you know, please contact Violence Intervention Services for assistance.
Contact Julie Barnes, Victim Services Coordinator, or call (319) 273-2137.
Wellness Mentoring
Want to make a healthy lifestyle change but need a little motivation and resources for assistance? Similar to the popular Personal Trainer Program for physical health, this program includes consultation, motivation, and on-going support through the process of developing healthy habits. Short or long term service is available. Contact Deedra Dahlager , Wellness Resource Coordinator.