By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Conversations about race, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status can be uncomfortable. But they’re necessary to create an inclusive environment where diversity is valued. At the University of Nebraska at Kearney, a new program encourages students to tackle these topics head-on so they can learn more about each other and the world around them. UNK’s Office of Student Diversity and Inclusion launched the Student … [Read more...] about Student Diversity Leadership Program brings UNK campus together
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Scholarships allow UNK students to pursue dreams, enjoy college life
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Daniel Ocampo wants to make his parents proud. That’s why he’s attending the University of Nebraska at Kearney, where the freshman from Omaha is studying 7-12 English education. His father Domingo and mother Miriam never had the opportunity to attend college, but they taught him an important lesson about education. “Success is determined by the impact you make on future generations,” Ocampo said. “For me, … [Read more...] about Scholarships allow UNK students to pursue dreams, enjoy college life
UNK food pantry supporting students, employees during coronavirus crisis
KEARNEY – University of Nebraska at Kearney administration is committed to supporting the campus community during the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. To ensure no Loper goes hungry during this public health crisis, Chancellor Doug Kristensen allocated an additional $10,000 to Big Blue Cupboard, a UNK organization that provides food and hygiene products to students, staff and faculty at no cost. “UNK will do everything it can to assist students and … [Read more...] about UNK food pantry supporting students, employees during coronavirus crisis
At Nebraska Cultural Unity Conference, students encouraged to dream big
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Najah Haibe’s parents never attended college. After emigrating from Somalia to the United States, they found jobs at a beef-processing plant to support their family. “My parents really want me to succeed, go to college and get a good-paying job so I don’t struggle as much as they did when they came here,” said Haibe, a junior at Garden City High School in Kansas. The honors student plans to pursue a career in the … [Read more...] about At Nebraska Cultural Unity Conference, students encouraged to dream big
Multicultural Greek organizations promote diversity, provide support for UNK students
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION UNK’s Multicultural Greek Council is celebrating its 10th anniversary this week. On Friday evening, current sorority and fraternity members and alumni will gather for a banquet that includes keynote speaker Xavier Romano, executive director of Sigma Lambda Beta International. At 7 p.m. Saturday, UNK’s three multicultural Greek organizations will compete in a stepping/strolling event in the Nebraskan Student Union Ponderosa Room. That event is free … [Read more...] about Multicultural Greek organizations promote diversity, provide support for UNK students
