Gina Garden, marketing coordinator at UNK’s Museum of Nebraska Art, received the University of Nebraska Board of Regents KUDOS award Tuesday. KUDOS awards recognize university staff for their professional expertise, service and “superior dedication” to UNK and University of Nebraska. It is the university’s top staff award. “Gina is the epitome of efficiency, creativity, grace and dedication,” said Audrey Kauders, director and curator of the museum. “MONA is fortunate to have counted her as … [Read more...]
Kearney’s Gary Zaruba honored with MONA endowment
By SARA GIBONEY UNK Communications KEARNEY – Gary Zaruba made it his mission to showcase Nebraska art – specifically the distinctive art created during the 19th century when so many pioneers were journeying across the state. “A Nebraska art collection is unique in that Nebraska is unique,” Zaruba said. “Particularly in the 19th century during the 1850s through 1860s when all of these individuals from back East were traveling across the state on various trails. A lot of international and … [Read more...]
MONA offering Saturday morning yoga classes
KEARNEY – The Museum of Nebraska Art will combine the unique energy of the visual arts with a physical and spiritual experience during Saturday Morning Yoga at MONA. Participants will practice yoga poses, meditation and relaxation in MONA’s galleries and sculpture garden. Trudy Flaherty will lead hatha yoga classes Sept. 20 and 27, and Oct. 4, 11, 18 and 25. Classes are from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and open to those 18 years and older. No previous yoga experience is required, but … [Read more...]
