By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Sujit Silwal knew he wanted to be part of the Scott D. Morris International Food and Cultural Festival the moment he heard about the annual event. The University of Nebraska at Kearney student performed regularly while growing up in Nepal, and this was an opportunity to use that talent to introduce others to his home country. “I just like going on stage and singing,” said Silwal, who recently transferred to UNK to study computer … [Read more...]
Travel the world at UNK international food festival
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – You don’t need a passport for this world tour. The 41st annual Scott D. Morris International Food and Cultural Festival allows attendees to travel the globe without leaving south-central Nebraska. The free event, scheduled for 4-6 p.m. Sunday (March 4) in the Health and Sports Center at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, will feature delicious cuisine, entertaining performances, informational booths, games and activities representing a … [Read more...]
International Alumni celebrate time at UNK with Sept. 14-16 reunion
By TODD GOTTULA UNK Communications KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney is hosting numerous events homecoming weekend to welcome international students and alumni. The university’s International Alumni Reunion is Sept. 14-16 and features campus tours, classroom visits, picnics, tailgating and a celebration banquet. “We look forward to welcoming international alumni back to campus for the first-ever international alumni reunion,” said Bonnie Payne, outreach coordinator in … [Read more...]
Student volunteers help new international students make UNK home
By SARA GIBONEY UNK Communications KEARNEY – As international students arrive on campus each semester, a group of student volunteers help them transition into life in a new country. International Student Leaders at the University of Nebraska at Kearney serve as mentors to new international students, welcoming them to campus and helping them prepare for the start of the semester. “We’re helping international students feel like they’re a part of the campus community,” said Tracy … [Read more...]
