Here’s how to get involved: UNK students can sign up to be Loper Leaders through March 16. Applications can be found online at www.unk.edu/student_affairs/firstyear/ or the First Year Program Facebook page at www.facebook.com/UNKFirstYear. For more information, contact Brette Ensz at 308-865-8291 or enszba@unk.edu. By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – The transition from high school to college can be difficult, especially for freshmen who are unfamiliar with campus and the … [Read more...]
Destination Downtown brings new energy to The Bricks
By SARA GIBONEY UNK Communications KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney’s Destination Downtown helps bring more energy to downtown Kearney, according to business owners. “The university brings a lot of culture to Kearney. When the college is out, it’s definitely a different town. It’s more vibrant when the students are here. They bring an energy and diversity that we don’t have on a regular basis,” said Bryce Jensen, The World Theatre’s house manager. “Downtown is the heart … [Read more...]
Community events part of Blue and Gold Welcome Week
By SARA GIBONEY UNK Communications KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney kicks off the upcoming school year with the annual Blue and Gold Welcome Week, which includes events for students and the community starting Friday. The 16-day event is designed to help students become familiar with the UNK campus before classes begin, as well as give the public a chance to interact with students, faculty, staff and alumni through a variety of activities. This year’s theme is … [Read more...]
