KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney is hosting a Stalking Awareness Panel to increase knowledge about the issue, discuss warning signs and help guide people on what they should do if they, or someone they know, is being stalked. Hosted by the UNK Women’s Center, the discussion is from 4 to 5 p.m. Jan. 24 at the Nebraskan Student Union Ponderosa Room. The event is free and open to the public. January is national stalking awareness month. “Stalking affects many people, and … [Read more...]
Social work students hosting poverty awareness event
What: Community Action Poverty Simulation (CAPS) About the Event: Could you survive a month in poverty? Social work students at the University of Nebraska at Kearney are dedicated to improving the lives of those living in poverty as well as other marginalized populations. … This simulation will shed light on situations of families living in poverty, decisions they have to make and the fears and frustrations they feel. … Participants will be given the opportunity to identify real-life challenges … [Read more...]
UNK Hunger Banquet raises awareness about food insecurity
By SARA GIBONEY UNK Communications KEARNEY – Sitting at a table lined with white linen, an uneaten plate of Italian food and an untouched piece of tiramisu sat in front of her, a University of Nebraska at Kearney student looked around the room uncomfortably as others sat on the floor eating rice and beans. The Hunger Banquet, which took place Thursday, aimed to raise awareness about hunger and food insecurity in the United States and Kearney community. “Hunger is an issue that is of … [Read more...]
