By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications HASTINGS – When Rakesh Srivastava sees an opportunity to help others, he’s going to take action. The University of Nebraska at Kearney graduate has proven that time and again throughout his career, so it’s no surprise that he’s stepping up to support the state during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. “Right now our community needs protection from this virus and the pandemic we’re in. So why not change direction and make something … [Read more...] about UNK graduate using 3D-printing business to produce face masks, shields
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UNK limiting event sizes through spring semester
KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney announced today new event restrictions to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). These restrictions take effect Friday and continue through the end of the spring semester (May 8). All UNK-sponsored events, both on and off campus, that involve more than 10 people will be postponed or canceled. UNK is also canceling all events hosted for outside groups that involve more than 10 attendees, and no new … [Read more...] about UNK limiting event sizes through spring semester
At Nebraska Cultural Unity Conference, students encouraged to dream big
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Najah Haibe’s parents never attended college. After emigrating from Somalia to the United States, they found jobs at a beef-processing plant to support their family. “My parents really want me to succeed, go to college and get a good-paying job so I don’t struggle as much as they did when they came here,” said Haibe, a junior at Garden City High School in Kansas. The honors student plans to pursue a career in the … [Read more...] about At Nebraska Cultural Unity Conference, students encouraged to dream big
High schoolers explore art programs, career options during UNK’s Imagination Day
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – You can forget that old “starving artist” cliché. The stereotype that students pursuing a fine arts degree are destined for a life of poverty simply isn’t true in today’s work environment, according to Christy Kosmicki. “Right now, businesses are looking for creative people,” said Kosmicki, a lecturer in the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s Department of Art and Design. “A lot of businesses see that necessity, and … [Read more...] about High schoolers explore art programs, career options during UNK’s Imagination Day
New academy supports innovation, UNK’s entrepreneurial mindset
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Entrepreneurs are creative problem-solvers. They love a challenge and aren’t afraid to take risks or try something new. Lisa Tschauner, director of the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Rural Development, calls them “critical thinkers and change-makers.” And they can be found all across the UNK campus. “It’s not just business students who have this aptitude or this desire to … [Read more...] about New academy supports innovation, UNK’s entrepreneurial mindset
