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UNK instructor John Fronczak finds fulfillment by creating, teaching art

April 11, 2022 by Tyler Ellyson

By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Why are you here? It’s a question John Fronczak likes to ask students at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, where he’s taught art classes for 20 years. Fronczak wants them to think about their passions, the joy art brings them and their professional goals. Hopefully, if they’re like him, the question is easy to answer. “I know why I’m here,” Fronczak says, “to do something that continually fulfills me.” A … [Read more...] about UNK instructor John Fronczak finds fulfillment by creating, teaching art

Filed Under: Arts & Sciences, Faculty, News Tagged With: Department of Art and Design, John Fronczak, Kearney, University of Nebraska, UNK

Kansas City glass artist Tyler Kimball will showcase craft at UNK events

April 5, 2022 by Tyler Ellyson

KEARNEY – Kansas City-based glass artist Tyler Kimball will visit the University of Nebraska at Kearney next week to conduct demonstrations for UNK students and the public. Kimball’s demonstrations are scheduled for 3:35-5:30 p.m. Monday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday and 5-8 p.m. Tuesday in the UNK glass studio, located in Room 306B inside the Fine Arts Building. He will also present a public lecture 3:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Fine Arts Building Room 312. All events are free … [Read more...] about Kansas City glass artist Tyler Kimball will showcase craft at UNK events

Filed Under: Arts & Sciences, News Tagged With: Department of Art and Design, Kearney, Tyler Kimball, University of Nebraska, UNK

For UNK senior Ally Carpenter, art is a passion worth pursuing

December 13, 2021 by Tyler Ellyson

By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Ally Carpenter has some advice for anyone thinking about pursuing art as a career. “Don’t be afraid to go for it if it’s something you’re really passionate about.” That’s what she did. Carpenter graduates Friday with a bachelor’s degree in studio art from the University of Nebraska at Kearney, but her diploma almost read differently. Originally, the Kearney High School alumna was studying wildlife biology, then … [Read more...] about For UNK senior Ally Carpenter, art is a passion worth pursuing

Filed Under: Arts & Sciences, News, Student Life Tagged With: Ally Carpenter, Department of Art and Design, Kearney, University of Nebraska, UNK, Walker Art Gallery

UNK faculty member’s ‘Unity Flag’ on display ahead of presidential debate

October 20, 2020 by Tyler Ellyson

By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Visual arts have the power to bring people together. They convey messages in a universal language, transcending cultural boundaries and challenging people to see perspectives beyond their own. In the current political climate, there’s perhaps no better avenue to common ground. That’s the inspiration behind the Unity Flag Project, which uses artwork to promote bipartisanship and civil discourse. Launched this … [Read more...] about UNK faculty member’s ‘Unity Flag’ on display ahead of presidential debate

Filed Under: Arts & Sciences, Faculty, News Tagged With: Belmont University, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Art and Design, Kearney, Presidential debate, Tim Garth, Unity Flag Project, University of Nebraska, UNK

High schoolers explore art programs, career options during UNK’s Imagination Day

February 27, 2020 by Tyler Ellyson

By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – You can forget that old “starving artist” cliché. The stereotype that students pursuing a fine arts degree are destined for a life of poverty simply isn’t true in today’s work environment, according to Christy Kosmicki. “Right now, businesses are looking for creative people,” said Kosmicki, a lecturer in the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s Department of Art and Design. “A lot of businesses see that necessity, and … [Read more...] about High schoolers explore art programs, career options during UNK’s Imagination Day

Filed Under: Arts & Sciences, Career, News, Photo Galleries Tagged With: Cassidy Stelling, Christy Kosmicki, Department of Art and Design, Imagination Day, Kearney, Kyle Sayler, Maywood Public Schools, Sayler Screenprinting, Shyanne Foster, UNK

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