Following more than a year of dialogue with students and other stakeholders, the University of Nebraska Board of Regents is set to amend the policy that guides its endowment investment decisions, a step NU President Ted Carter said is key to the university’s vision for sustainability and responsible stewardship of its resources. Under a change to go before the board at its April 9 meeting, regents would be able to consider environmental, social and governance (ESG) … [Read more...] about Change to endowment investment policy key to NU sustainability vision
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Megan Fryda receives KUDOS award from NU Board of Regents
Megan Fryda, director of Academic Resources and Institutional Research at UNK, received the University of Nebraska Board of Regents KUDOS award during Friday’s meeting. KUDOS awards recognize university staff for their professional expertise, service and “superior dedication” to UNK and the University of Nebraska. It is the university’s top staff award. Fryda started her UNK career as a student worker in 2001 before joining the staff full time in 2003. She’s worked in … [Read more...] about Megan Fryda receives KUDOS award from NU Board of Regents
Paul Kenney becomes Board of Regents chair; Bob Phares elected vice chair
Regent Paul Kenney of Amherst, representing District 6 on the University of Nebraska Board of Regents, on Friday assumed the role of chair of the board for 2021 after serving as vice chair in 2020. Regent Bob Phares of North Platte, representing District 7, was elected vice chair of the board. He will become chair in 2022 in accordance with board policy. Kenney is an agribusinessman, farmer and rancher whose operation has been in his family for more than 100 … [Read more...] about Paul Kenney becomes Board of Regents chair; Bob Phares elected vice chair
Fraternity, sorority members view housing project as an investment in UNK’s future
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Justine Johnson loves living in the fraternity and sorority housing on the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus. She moved into University Residence South as soon as she could after joining Alpha Phi as a freshman in fall 2018. “Living in the sorority house has been a highlight of my time in Alpha Phi. Not only have I been able to live with other members of my class, but I’ve also lived with the classes above … [Read more...] about Fraternity, sorority members view housing project as an investment in UNK’s future
Project would replace housing for UNK fraternity, sorority members
KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney is requesting approval of a project that would replace and relocate the on-campus housing for fraternity and sorority members. The plan, which will be considered at the Feb. 12 Board of Regents meeting, provides long-term stability for Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) while creating another affordable and attractive housing option that meets the demands of today’s students. “UNK has a reputation for quality, … [Read more...] about Project would replace housing for UNK fraternity, sorority members
