By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – SriTeja Vedurumudi studies economics at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. He also plays bass guitar and can sing a little rock and heavy metal. Combine those things and you get Musician Connection, the business plan he pitched Wednesday evening during the eighth annual Big Idea Kearney competition hosted by UNK’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Rural Development. Vedurumudi, a freshman from San Antonio, spent a lot of time … [Read more...]
After military service, including deployment in Iraq and Afghanistan, Jason Baker starting next chapter at UNK
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – The tattoo on Jason Baker’s right forearm represents both his past and his future. He got it about three years ago while waiting out a snowstorm in Cheyenne, Wyoming, where a former high school classmate happened to run a tattoo shop. The image – an eagle, American flag and shield outlined in black ink – symbolizes the 11 years Baker dedicated to his country through military service and his continued commitment to organizations fighting for … [Read more...]
Familias hispanohablantes exploran UNK a través de un nuevo programa
Por TYLER ELLYSON Comunicaciones UNK KEARNEY – Narda Garfio ya tiene en orden sus planes para la universidad. La estudiante de último año de la escuela secundaria en Grand Island quiere asistir a la Universidad de Nebraska en Kearney y prepararse para la facultad de medicina en el programa de pre-optometría de UNK. «Esta es mi primera opción», dijo Garfio a UNK. Le gusta el tamaño y ubicación de Kearney (ya que está cerca de casa), el campus unido y la interacción uno-a-uno que … [Read more...]
Spanish-speaking families explore UNK through new program
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Narda Garfio has her college plans mapped out. The high school senior from Grand Island wants to attend the University of Nebraska at Kearney on a pre-optometry path before transitioning to medical school. “This is my first choice,” Garfio said of UNK. She likes the size and location of Kearney – it’s close to home – as well as UNK’s close-knit campus and the one-on-one interactions students have with professors. UNK is a place where … [Read more...]
Jase Hueser is Mr. King of Hearts; Alpha Phi fundraiser brings in another $6,000
Alpha Phi sorority at the University of Nebraska at Kearney hosted its annual King of Hearts male pageant Thursday. The event included contestants representing various UNK fraternities, student organizations and athletic teams. Contestants performed dance, talent and interview sessions while vying for the coveted crown and sash. The event raised $6,000 this year and has brought in more than $28,000 since it began six years ago. Proceeds benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation, which supports … [Read more...]
