Mario Scalora

Father, Professor of Psychology; Director NU Public Policy Center

[Mario Scalora @MarioJScalora]

Very proud of ⁦@scalora_marissa⁩ graduating today #gobigred

[University of Nebraska Public Policy Center @NU_PPC]

Last chance to register for tomorrow's free Zoom webinar on screening, diagnosis, and treatment of ADHD in childhood and adolescence. See you at 9am!

Register now: https://t.co/7iG22KQ5UN
Learn more: https://t.co/MxqVX9SG6o

@NEDHHS @NU_PPC

[Safe2Help Nebraska @Safe2HelpNE]

If a friend is having a hard time managing emotions or a tough situation, it's okay to ask for help on how to deal. Talk to a crisis counselor right now: 833-980-SAFE (7233).

#SuicideAwarenessMonth

[University of Nebraska Public Policy Center @NU_PPC]

On July 15 at Noon, join a Lunch & Learn webinar for anyone interested in learning more about the Zero Suicide approach & how it is being implemented across Nebraska.
See the free toolkit & resources on the Zero Suicide Institute website at https://t.co/jTnbkaTqqX.

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Congrats to Jennifer Meek & Megan Luther for their work on a $621K grant awarded by @NEDHHS to @NU_PPC for an evaluation of the State Opioid Response Grant. The grant is a top award for April 2025 by @UNLresearch.
https://t.co/rsEBlbSe0B

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Living with a serious mental illness can be challenging, but no one has to face it alone. If you or someone you love needs help, visit: https://t.co/KS2aNiJtEx and https://t.co/sZuuXBdspu

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Sometimes life transitions can affect our well-being. Navigating these changes with resilience and grace is possible! 🧭⛵If you need someone to talk to, visit: https://t.co/L4AX0lGnim #MHAM2025 #MentalHealthAwareness

[Safety at Nebraska @UNLPD]

Hey Huskers, did you know UNLPD can escort you to your on-campus destination at night? Here’s some information about Husker Safe Walks. #Huskers #UNL #UNLStudentlife #StaySafeHuskers

For more information click here -> https://t.co/zbhU3xm0dT.

[University of Nebraska Public Policy Center @NU_PPC]

This morning the @Linc_Comm_Fdn hosted a breakfast to explore the latest data from Lincoln Vital Signs and discuss how community conversations and key metrics from Lincoln Vital Signs inform the goals of @Prosper_Lincoln. Visit https://t.co/nrEFGRLouF to learn more.

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The deadline for applying is this Thursday! Apply now for the Finance Coordinator opening @NU_PPC. Please share this #JobOpportunity to help us find an amazing applicant! https://t.co/XXAsUnoavU
@NU_PPC @UNLincoln @UNLCareers @U_nebraska

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Beginning in 2022, @CityOfLincoln awarded $12 million in ARPA funding to support workforce development & training at LNK nonprofit & educational organizations. @NU_PPC evaluates program data & implementation for the city. About 870 people completed job training programs thus far.

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@NU_PPC facilitated the group that drafted standards guiding Nebraska 911 centers on how to connect with and do transfers to Nebraska's 988 crisis & suicide hotline. A quick start guide created with the help of our partners outlines the transfer process for responders. @NEDHHS

[Mario Scalora @MarioJScalora]

@GDeisinger You are too kind my friend!

[Denise Bulling @DBNE2]

@MarioJScalora leading school threat training in Neligh Nebraska at ESU 8 - with over 40 additional school professionals joining online. @NU_PPC @NDESchoolSafety

[Mario Scalora @MarioJScalora]

Privilege training with @DBNE2 as we partner with with @esu8 on Threat Assessment and Management With school districts across Nebraska @NDESchoolSafety @ESUCC

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Our office will be closed on Thursday in observation of the National Day of Mourning for former president Jimmy Carter's passing. We will return to normal business hours on Friday.

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Our office will be closed for the upcoming winter holidays starting next week until we return on January 2. We wish you and yours a safe and happy holiday season.

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One of the ways @NU_PPC impacts Nebraska schools is by helping them prepare for emergencies and unexpected events by assessing their Emergency Operations Plans and providing emergency preparedness exercises. #SchoolPreparedness

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Luisa is excited to work on behavioral health projects as a Research Coordinator @NU_PPC. Before joining our team, she worked on the Nebraska Strong Recovery Project.

Learn more about our multidisciplinary and collaborative staff at https://t.co/YKG3z0Q4n4.

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With a new grant from the @NSF, an interdisciplinary team of @UNLincoln faculty, including @NU_PPC faculty fellow Leen-Kiat Soh, aims to address a shortage of computer science teachers at the K-12 level. Read the full story: https://t.co/hvouUxTsKE

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It has been a busy and eventful 2024 for @NU_PPC. With $17.4 million in research funding and 83 active projects impacting every Nebraska county, we are on track for another busy year in 2025!