A Wellness Champion is a full-time employee of the University of Nebraska‑Lincoln who embodies and actively pursues well-being through a holistic lens. This role acknowledges an individual’s commitment to balanced wellness, while also serving as a voluntary communications liaison.
In this role, the Wellness Champion will:
- Share information and build awareness about HealthierU programs, resources, and events within their department or campus unit.
- Provide feedback on new offerings and initiatives via surveys and email correspondence.
In recognition of this service, Wellness Champions receive:
- Bi-weekly communications direct from the Associate Director, including sneak peeks of upcoming programs, events, and services.
- Early access to selected in-person events and programs.
- Exclusive access to Wellness Champion-only opportunities.
- An end-of-year celebratory luncheon.
Eligibility:
- Full-time employee at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- Employed for one full calendar year ( or a minimum of six months with supervisor approval)
Commitment:
- This role is a voluntary 1-year commitment. Applications will open in January and will close in October of each calendar year.
- Time commitment for this role is dependent on the desired level of involvement of each Champion. At a minimum, we ask that Champions read the bi-weekly emails, respond to the feedback surveys, share updates and announcements from the HealthierU program with departmental colleagues, and participate in Champion-only programs and events when appropriate.
2026 Wellness Champions
Brooke Beyer
Finance Coordinator, BFBC
Grace Puccio
Associate Director of Alumni and Student Engagement, Nebraska Alumni Association
Kelcey Buck
Director of Communications, College of Education and Human Sciences
Meagan Counley
Assistant Director & Title IX Coordinator, Institutional Equity and Compliance
Chelsea Klein
Assistant Director of Recruitment Programming, College of Law
Jannah Vanie
Employee Development Specialist, University Libraries
Leslie Shaver
Deputy TIX Coordinator, Institutional Equity and Compliance
Megan Christensen
Assistant Director, Business Advising and Student Engagement
Ellyn McCarter
Registered Dietitian/Nutrition Manager, University Housing and Dining Services
Jaylen Peters
Administrative Support Associate, College of Business- Advising and Student Engagement
Lorri Benamor
Business Manager, Business & Finance Business Center
Nadia Schmidt
Payroll Coordinator, Student Life Business Operations
Erin Kampbell
Extension Educator, Nebraska Extension in Madison County
Jessica McCain
HR Specialist, University Television
Marissa Kemp
Finance Specialist, AVE Business Center
Sarah Giles
Administrative Associate, Center for Great Plains Studies