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
Cope Cornerstone of Excellence Award
Galen, Marilyn Hadley recipients of Cope Cornerstone of Excellence
KEARNEY – Galen and Marilyn Hadley of Kearney will be recognized at Friday’s University of Nebraska at Kearney commencement for their campus and community service and support. The Hadleys are 2017 recipients of the Ron and Carol Cope Cornerstone of Excellence Award. The Hadleys’ loyalty, enthusiasm and contributions have not diminished since their retirement from UNK,” said UNK Chancellor Doug Kristensen. “Galen and Marilyn have served as UNK commencement speakers and … [Read more...] about Galen, Marilyn Hadley recipients of Cope Cornerstone of Excellence
Joel Johnson to receive Cope Cornerstone of Excellence Award
By KELLY BARTLING UNK Communications KEARNEY – Longtime University of Nebraska at Kearney supporter Dr. Joel T. Johnson of Kearney will be the 2014 recipient of the Ron and Carol Cope Cornerstone of Excellence Award. UNK Chancellor Doug Kristensen will present Johnson the award on May 9 during commencement exercises. The Ron and Carol Cope Cornerstone of Excellence Award was established in 2003 and is presented to individuals who have provided significant service, … [Read more...] about Joel Johnson to receive Cope Cornerstone of Excellence Award
