College Park location improves access to higher education, addresses workforce needs By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications GRAND ISLAND – The University of Nebraska at Kearney is officially back in Grand Island. A ceremonial ribbon-cutting Friday morning marked the beginning of a renewed partnership between UNK and College Park at Grand Island that will bring expanded educational opportunities to central Nebraska and address workforce needs in the area. “This is … [Read more...] about Through new partnership, UNK ‘plays a big role’ in Grand Island’s growth
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UNK students can win big bucks in business contest
KEARNEY – University of Nebraska at Kearney students have a chance to turn their business ideas into cash. The Center for Entrepreneurship and Rural Development is accepting entries for its Big Idea UNK competition, which offers a $1,000 top prize for the Loper with the best business concept. This year’s contest is completely online and open only to current UNK students. The annual Big Idea Kearney event, which includes a division for community members, will return in … [Read more...] about UNK students can win big bucks in business contest
Science Cafe webinar focuses on COVID-19 vaccine, communication
WHAT: University of Nebraska at Kearney Science Café HOSTED BY: Sigma Xi The Scientific Research Honor Society TITLE: “Vaccine Development and Communicating Sound Science” TOPIC: The coronavirus pandemic has impacted science, medicine, political discourse and social interactions. In addition to understanding some basics about COVID-19, its viral transmission, prevention and therapy, we have learned more about the importance of communication to the public regarding … [Read more...] about Science Cafe webinar focuses on COVID-19 vaccine, communication
Inside Discovery Hall: UNK department turns students’ curiosities into careers
Astronomy Astronomy is the physical science that studies things outside the Earth’s atmosphere. Astronomers use observations of planets, stars, nebulae and galaxies to collect data and theories from physics to make sense of the whole universe. They rely entirely on observation, unlike physicists and chemists who build laboratories and conduct experiments. In the last few years, astronomers have discovered dark energy, mapped the shape of the universe, sent rovers to … [Read more...] about Inside Discovery Hall: UNK department turns students’ curiosities into careers
UNK moving to Phase 2 of COVID-19 plan
KEARNEY – Effective Friday, Sept. 25, UNK’s pandemic response status will move to Phase 2. The number of active positive COVID-19 cases at UNK has remained flat or decreased in recent weeks. Employees and students are reminded to remain diligent in wearing masks, distancing, self-screening and reporting symptoms. These are simple measures that are proving to be effective in controlling the spread on campus. Students, employees and campus visitors are required to wear … [Read more...] about UNK moving to Phase 2 of COVID-19 plan
