Ayush Dhungel – Jhapa, Nepal Major: Applied Computer Science Year in School: Sophomore Family: Mother, Kamala Neoupane; Father, Mohan Dhungel; Sisters Aastha Dhungel, Purnima Neoupane and yeshu Gautam; Brothers Aseem Ghimire, Rachit Neoupnae and Bibatshu Gautam Hobbies/Interests? Cooking, listening to music What is something about yourself that few people know? One day I saw a snake in the back yard of my house and was freaked out. I avoided going there for like … [Read more...] about Ayush Dhungel: Fake snakes and all, Kearney is ‘warm and welcoming’
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Students, community connect through UNK’s international food festival
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Food is often referred to as a universal language. It can bring people from different backgrounds together and bridge the gap between cultures. Everyone enjoys a good meal, no matter where they’re from. That was evident Sunday during the 42nd annual Scott D. Morris International Food and Cultural Festival, hosted by the University of Nebraska at Kearney International Student Association. The event at UNK’s Health and … [Read more...] about Students, community connect through UNK’s international food festival
Nepal earthquake hits home; UNK students, Himanchal Education Foundation seek help
By RON KONECNY UNK Management Professor The 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Nepal has even shaken the University of Nebraska at Kearney. The links between UNK and the mountain regions of Nepal were first established by former UNK student, Mahabir Pun. Dr. Pun received a master’s degree in education from UNK and was awarded the Doctorate of Letters from UNK (2007) for his vision and work in education, communication, health, local e-commerce, job and business creation, and … [Read more...] about Nepal earthquake hits home; UNK students, Himanchal Education Foundation seek help
