More than 4,300 UNK graduates teach in Nebraska’s PK-12 schools By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – You’ll find them in nearly 300 communities across the state – from Ogallala to Omaha, Scottsbluff to South Sioux City and points in between. They’re teaching in small towns in the heart of cattle country and urban areas within the “Silicon Prairie.” When it comes to PK-12 education, the University of Nebraska at Kearney has the Cornhusker State covered … [Read more...] about UNK impacts education across Nebraska; 1 in 7 teachers are Lopers
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Superintendent Edwards: UNK provides skilled workforce for Kearney Public Schools
“The two most critical components of educating a child in the state of Nebraska are teachers and principals, and the University of Nebraska at Kearney is paramount in those areas." - Kent Edwards, Kearney Public Schools By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Kearney Public Schools Superintendent Kent Edwards knows his district has an advantage when it comes to teacher recruitment. He doesn’t need to look far to find a program that produces about 250 … [Read more...] about Superintendent Edwards: UNK provides skilled workforce for Kearney Public Schools
Teachers Scholars Academy an ‘incredible opportunity’ for incoming UNK freshman
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Teaching is a dream job for Darian Wilson. “I’ve always enjoyed the concept of learning and learning itself,” she said. “The idea of getting to raise the next generation and being a part of so many people’s lives really inspires me.” To achieve that dream, the Alliance High School graduate set her sights on the University of Nebraska at Kearney and its top-notch teacher education program. She knew she wanted to … [Read more...] about Teachers Scholars Academy an ‘incredible opportunity’ for incoming UNK freshman
Fulbright Scholar Morozan brings new perspectives to UNK
By SARA GIBONEY UNK Communications KEARNEY – Fulbright Scholar Olga Morozan is helping University of Nebraska at Kearney students and faculty learn about another culture and gain new perspectives on education. With more than 20 years of experience as an educator, Morozan is an expert in designing and teaching e-learning courses in education and social sciences. Morozan is from Moldova, an Eastern European country bordered by Ukraine and Romania. “I believe … [Read more...] about Fulbright Scholar Morozan brings new perspectives to UNK
