By ANDREW HANSON Kearney Hub KEARNEY — A student’s first 40 days at college are some of their most important and is a message emphasized by the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s Student Affairs staff. Because of that, UNK’s Division of Student Affairs rolls out the carpet in order to encourage meaningful involvement for freshmen during their first six weeks on campus. UNK’s Dean of Student Affairs Gilbert Hinga said, “In higher education, we consider the first six weeks to be very … [Read more...]
UNK kicking off new year with Blue Gold Welcome events; Community Showcase is Friday
KEARNEY – Residence halls are filling up, professors are preparing their coursework and fall sports are just around the corner. It’s the start of a new school year at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, which is celebrating with its annual Blue Gold Welcome Week. The event, which is actually about two weeks long, serves as the official kickoff to the academic year for new and returning Lopers. Blue Gold Welcome gives incoming freshmen a chance to familiarize themselves with campus … [Read more...]
Loper Leaders make sure UNK freshmen feel at home; sign up through March 16
Here’s how to get involved: UNK students can sign up to be Loper Leaders through March 16. Applications can be found online at www.unk.edu/student_affairs/firstyear/ or the First Year Program Facebook page at www.facebook.com/UNKFirstYear. For more information, contact Brette Ensz at 308-865-8291 or enszba@unk.edu. By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – The transition from high school to college can be difficult, especially for freshmen who are unfamiliar with campus and the … [Read more...]
UNK, Hilltop Mall hosting Destination Uptown to welcome students
By TODD GOTTULA UNK Communications KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney throws a big party when welcoming students to campus each August. Among the highlights is the popular Destination Downtown, where UNK and businesses roll out the red carpet and offer entertainment, giveaways and other events. The longtime success of the downtown summer event prompted UNK organizers to create a similar outing to welcome students back to campus for the spring semester. UNK and Hilltop Mall … [Read more...]
5K encourages participants to support “something”
By SARA GIBONEY UNK Communications KEARNEY – University of Nebraska at Kearney students, faculty, staff and the community will run for “something.” The JJ 5K: Run for Something encourages participants to run for their favorite charity, cause or person. Race registration begins at 5 p.m. and the race begins at 6 p.m. Aug. 28 at Cope Fountain on campus. The race route ends at Cottonmill Park. Participants are encouraged to dress up to raise awareness for their cause. “We encourage … [Read more...]
