The University of Nebraska at Kearney and Central Community College have joined forces in a national initiative designed to boost college completion for underrepresented students. The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) is leading an Equity Transfer Initiative (ETI) with a goal of increasing transfer rates for Black, Hispanic, adult and first-generation learners. Partnering with AACC in the endeavor are the American Association of State Colleges and … [Read more...] about UNK, CCC team up to assist underrepresented students with college completion
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College Park: Through new partnership, UNK ‘plays a big role’ in Grand Island’s growth
College Park location improves access to higher education, addresses workforce needs By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications GRAND ISLAND – The University of Nebraska at Kearney is officially back in Grand Island. A ceremonial ribbon-cutting Friday morning marked the beginning of a renewed partnership between UNK and College Park at Grand Island that will bring expanded educational opportunities to central Nebraska and address workforce needs in the area. “This is … [Read more...] about College Park: Through new partnership, UNK ‘plays a big role’ in Grand Island’s growth
UNK’s new College Park location expands educational opportunities in Grand Island area
KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney is partnering with College Park at Grand Island to bring expanded educational opportunities to central Nebraska. UNK and College Park finalized an agreement earlier this month that reestablishes the university’s presence in the center for higher education and affirms its commitment to supporting and growing the greater Grand Island area. “We are thrilled to once again be part of the Grand Island community. This … [Read more...] about UNK’s new College Park location expands educational opportunities in Grand Island area
Regent Paul Kenney: With growth opportunities ahead, UNK’s partnership with the state is on full display
By PAUL KENNEY University of Nebraska Regent, District 6 At the University of Nebraska, we often say that the university is a critical partner to the state in ensuring a high quality of life for our citizens, building strong communities and strengthening the workforce and economy. We know we need to not only talk the talk, but walk the walk. I am proud to say that lately our university has gone above and beyond in serving the needs of Nebraska and its people. Here … [Read more...] about Regent Paul Kenney: With growth opportunities ahead, UNK’s partnership with the state is on full display
MESSAGE FROM CHANCELLOR: NU collaboration helps students succeed, meet Nebraska’s workforce needs
By DOUG KRISTENSEN UNK Chancellor KEARNEY – There is no greater return on investment to Nebraskans than to assure affordable access to students in quality University of Nebraska programs that are delivering graduates prepared to excel in the state’s workforce – in classrooms, laboratories, offices, fields, factories and studios. This transformational investment is especially important for Nebraska’s low-income and first-generation students, who are succeeding in … [Read more...] about MESSAGE FROM CHANCELLOR: NU collaboration helps students succeed, meet Nebraska’s workforce needs
