Magician Brian Miller entertained UNK students Thursday evening in the Nebraskan Student Union. Based in Connecticut, Miller performs his interactive blend of jaw-dropping magic and laugh-out-loud comedy at 200-plus events each year. He's shared his talent with audiences in 11 countries across four continents. After founding his business at age 16, Miller worked as a professional magician while completing a dual Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics and philosophy. … [Read more...] about PHOTO GALLERY: Magician Brian Miller mesmerizes UNK audience
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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
PHOTO GALLERY: UNK Jazz/Rock Ensemble concert
The UNK Jazz/Rock Ensemble performed a free public concert Wednesday evening at the Fine Arts Recital Hall on campus. The performance was directed by UNK music professor Tim Farrell, with UNK student and guitarist Carlos Vargas serving as assistant director. Concert and jazz saxophonist Matt Patnode, a professor of saxophone and jazz at North Dakota State University, was a guest soloist. One of the top performing and touring groups on campus, the Jazz/Rock Ensemble … [Read more...] about PHOTO GALLERY: UNK Jazz/Rock Ensemble concert
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
