“It was very challenging not having my mom here in the United States. That pushed me to do better in school because I knew someday I wanted to give her a better future.” By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – When he was a freshman, Odwuar Quiñonez’s adviser told him to cut down on the extracurricular activities. He was active with seven different organizations, spent 20-plus hours a week preparing for theater productions and took a full class load. His adviser was worried he … [Read more...]
This graffiti artist is different; UNK alumnus Josh Arias uses art to impact community, local youths
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Josh Arias sees the world differently. His mind is constantly wandering, taking visual snapshots of the things around him. These images show up in the sketchbooks he fills with random doodles and project ideas. It could be a new sneaker design, a quick portrait of someone sitting across the room during a meeting or the start of a mural that covers a Kearney building. Art is therapeutic for Arias – a way to escape from a bad day and share … [Read more...]
