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A time to celebrate: UNK recognizes graduates at historic commencement

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 By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Rakid Hill has been part of many memorable moments inside Ron and Carol Cope Stadium on the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus. On Friday, the former Loper linebacker stepped onto the Foster Field turf one more time to celebrate his biggest victory yet. Hill and more than 350 other UNK students gathered near midfield – where their chairs were meticulously spaced 6 feet apart – to take part in a historic … [Read more...] about A time to celebrate: UNK recognizes graduates at historic commencement

Brad Kernick receives UNK’s Cope Cornerstone of Excellence Award

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By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Brad Kernick doesn’t need a long list of reasons to give back to his community. His motivation can be boiled down to six words. “It’s the right thing to do.” The longtime Kearney resident was raised with this attitude. “I don’t do anything to try to win an award,” Kernick says. But that doesn’t mean he’s not worthy of receiving one. Kernick was recognized Friday with the Ron and Carol Cope Cornerstone of … [Read more...] about Brad Kernick receives UNK’s Cope Cornerstone of Excellence Award

Going to UNK summer commencement? Here are some helpful tips

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KEARNEY – Friday’s commencement at the University of Nebraska at Kearney is being hosted outdoors for the first time since 1990. The celebration, which includes both spring and summer graduates, begins at 10 a.m. on Foster Field at UNK’s Ron and Carol Cope Stadium. The processional begins at 9:40 a.m. Here are some tips for students, faculty, staff and others attending: General Parking: Guests are encouraged to park in Lot 14 north of College of Education, Lot 10 east … [Read more...] about Going to UNK summer commencement? Here are some helpful tips