Mel Sedlacek

Mel Sedlacek is an office associate in Child, Youth and Family Studies and the IDEA campus coordinator at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, where she supports online students and strengthens collaboration across partner institutions. She helps students navigate resources, troubleshoot challenges, and stay on track toward graduation. Mel is passionate about creating clear, supportive systems that help students feel confident, capable, and connected.

In addition to her core roles, Mel leads AI training sessions across campus and serves in several university leadership and service positions, including Staff Senate, the IANR and CEHS Staff Councils, the UNOPA Board, and as an Accessibility Ambassador. She also serves as the campus coordinator liaison to the IDEA Human Sciences Board.