https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1t_G5mabR64 "UNK is about making certain that workforce needs are met in outstate Nebraska. ...The teaching that happens here is as good as anywhere in the country.” - Hank Bounds, President of the University of Nebraska … [Read More...] about NUforNE Video: President Bounds says UNK filling Nebraska workforce needs
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VIDEO: UNK Pride of the Plains band marches in Ireland St. Patrick’s Day parades
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m80tqa8jGOI&feature=youtu.be UNK’s Pride of the Plains Marching Band performed Monday in the International Band Parade in Limerick, Ireland. The band also marched Sunday in the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the capital city of Dublin, which follows a 1.5-mile route from Parnell Square to St. Patrick’s Cathedral and draws around half a … [Read More...] about VIDEO: UNK Pride of the Plains band marches in Ireland St. Patrick’s Day parades
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The Heart of the Meter: Hartman explores poets’ ideas, not just their words
By JAN TREFFER THOMPSON UNK Communications Megan Hartman’s journey toward a career in linguistics started at her father’s bookshelf. There, she saw a book cover with dark storm clouds splitting through a golden sky, and a luminous girl holding a black horse with a spiral horn. To the 5-year-old, “The Black Unicorn” by fantasy novelist Terry Brooks looked pretty … [Read More...] about The Heart of the Meter: Hartman explores poets’ ideas, not just their words
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MESSAGE FROM CHANCELLOR: NU collaboration helps students succeed, meet Nebraska’s workforce needs
By DOUG KRISTENSEN UNK Chancellor KEARNEY – There is no greater return on investment to Nebraskans than to assure affordable access to students in quality University of Nebraska programs that are delivering graduates prepared to excel in the state’s workforce – in classrooms, laboratories, offices, fields, factories and studios. This transformational investment is … [Read More...] about MESSAGE FROM CHANCELLOR: NU collaboration helps students succeed, meet Nebraska’s workforce needs
UNK students win 8 awards; Jase Hueser earns top honor in Nebraska design contest
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications LINCOLN – University of Nebraska at Kearney visual communication and design students earned eight awards, including best of show, at the annual Nebraska American Advertising Awards, also known as the ADDYs. For the second consecutive year, UNK senior Jase Hueser claimed the top honor in the competition’s student … [Read More...] about UNK students win 8 awards; Jase Hueser earns top honor in Nebraska design contest
UNK closed Thursday due to expected blizzard
The University of Nebraska at Kearney campus will close Thursday, March 14, because of blizzard conditions forecast for Kearney and central Nebraska. In the best interest of safety, UNK facilities staff, law enforcement and administration made the decision Wednesday afternoon. The forecast for snow and high winds will likely produce blizzard-like conditions, making travel … [Read More...] about UNK closed Thursday due to expected blizzard
UNK forums for athletic director finalist Ron Prettyman moved to Monday
EDITOR'S NOTE: The forum initially scheduled for Thursday, March 14, was moved due to inclement weather and its impact on travel. KEARNEY – Ron Prettyman, one of four finalists for the University of Nebraska at Kearney athletic director position, will be on campus Monday (March 18) to meet with the public and members of the UNK community. A campus, media and … [Read More...] about UNK forums for athletic director finalist Ron Prettyman moved to Monday
Risa Inada makes tough decision; Drops out of Japanese university to study at UNK
Risa Inada - Nagoya, Japan Major - Sports Management Year in School - Sophomore Family - Father Tomoyuki, Mother Nami, Younger brother Hideto. They all live in Japan. Hobbies/Interests - I am interested in traveling, cooking, playing sports and watching sports. I’ve been to many places in the U.S., and it is so much fun to experience different cultures. When I was … [Read More...] about Risa Inada makes tough decision; Drops out of Japanese university to study at UNK
UNK marching band heading to Ireland for St. Patty’s Day parades
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yANzyV2Hk7Y&feature=youtu.be By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – It’s an experience that will make their classmates green with envy. Forty-two members of the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s Pride of the Plains Marching Band are heading to Ireland over spring break to take part in the St. Patrick’s Day … [Read More...] about UNK marching band heading to Ireland for St. Patty’s Day parades
Marketing Mentality: Broekemier embraces technology, changing environment
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications Greg Broekemier started his professional career in retail management with JCPenney. That was more than 30 years ago, before e-commerce, social media and online advertising changed the way companies operate. “The world was so different then,” said Broekemier, whose access to technology at JCPenney was limited to a computerized … [Read More...] about Marketing Mentality: Broekemier embraces technology, changing environment
