By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – You won’t find Mitch Carlson’s name in the University of Nebraska at Kearney record books. And he’s OK with that, because it’s displayed somewhere far more important. Inside his locker, there’s a blue plaque recognizing two Loper football players: 43 Richard Myers (Grandfather) Bertrand, Nebraska End 1961-1962 _______________________ 83 Mitchell Carlson (Grandson) Central City, Nebraska QB/Wide Receiver … [Read more...] about UNK football player Mitch Carlson honors grandfather, a former Loper, on Senior Day
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Brenda VanLengen finds success as sports broadcaster by calling her own shots
ESPN, Fox Sports analyst to speak at Dec. 14 UNK Commencement By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY - It’s a dream job. Brenda VanLengen sits courtside at some of the biggest women’s college basketball games, breaking down the X’s and O’s for viewers across the country. The University of Nebraska at Kearney alumna has been a sports broadcaster and analyst for more than two decades, working for ESPN, Fox Sports and other national networks. She’s called 12 national … [Read more...] about Brenda VanLengen finds success as sports broadcaster by calling her own shots
PHOTO STORY: UNK on Display
Take a walk across campus. Stop and look around. You’ll see the University of Nebraska at Kearney brand in every direction. The stately pillars outlined within the ’N’ of the UNK logo, along with the sleek, modern shape of the Loper head are widely recognized symbols. A brand is more than simply a logo. It’s an image that represents the thoughts, attitudes and emotions of people when they see it. UNK students, faculty, staff and alumni have feelings of pride associated … [Read more...] about PHOTO STORY: UNK on Display
500 attend UNK celebration of 25 years in University of Nebraska system
KEARNEY – Friday marked a milestone for University of Nebraska at Kearney, as it celebrated the 25th anniversary of Kearney State College becoming part of the University of Nebraska system. The celebration breakfast, hosted on campus under the Peterson-Yanney Bell Tower, was attended by 500 students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members. Chancellor Doug Kristensen greeted guests and reflected on the occasion. A similar celebration at the same location on July … [Read more...] about 500 attend UNK celebration of 25 years in University of Nebraska system
