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University of Nebraska at Kearney announces dean’s list for 2019 spring semester

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KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney announced students who earned a place on the dean’s list for the spring 2019 semester. Students who are on the dean’s list must have completed 12 credit hours or more of classes with a 3.5 grade point average or better on a 4.0 scale. Students earn a 4.0 for an “A,” 3.0 for a “B” and a 2.0 for a “C.” Courses taken on a credit/no credit basis – such as internships and student teaching – aren’t included among the necessary … [Read more...] about University of Nebraska at Kearney announces dean’s list for 2019 spring semester

Katie Benner: UNK helped form ‘the person I wanted to be’

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By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – When Katie Benner enrolled at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, she was convinced she would blend into the background. The college freshman had no plans to get involved on campus after graduating from Central City High School, where she was a standout volleyball player, honor roll student and homecoming queen. “I was tired of living such a busy lifestyle,” Benner said. “I wanted to come to college and just … [Read more...] about Katie Benner: UNK helped form ‘the person I wanted to be’

Going to Celebrate Kearney? Here are some helpful tips

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KEARNEY – Friday’s Celebrate Kearney event will treat area residents and visitors to the sights, sounds, tastes and aromas of the “Love Local” experience – along with opportunities to experience, hands-on, Kearney’s businesses and innovative spirit. The free community event from 4 to 10 p.m. is a partnership between the Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce and University of Nebraska at Kearney. The Party at the Village will be at the University Village development on the west … [Read more...] about Going to Celebrate Kearney? Here are some helpful tips

UNK students honor longtime dining services employee Cindy Heaston

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By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – University of Nebraska at Kearney student Graeme Cuizon eats at the Chick-fil-A on campus a few times each week. He obviously enjoys the menu at the fast-food chain known for its chicken sandwiches and waffle fries, but that’s not the only draw. Cuizon is also there to see Cindy Heaston, and he’ll give up his spot in line to get to her register. “She’s honestly one of the best people on this campus,” said Cuizon, a … [Read more...] about UNK students honor longtime dining services employee Cindy Heaston