By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – She keeps the photographs in a journal on her nightstand, “that way they are never too far out of reach.” Each 4-by-6 image captures a moment in Fayth Jackson’s life, a time before tragedy tore her family apart. When she looks at those photos, she’s transported back to the precious few years they spent together. For an instant, Jackson’s family is whole again. “I’ve noticed that the more time passes since they left … [Read more...] about Healing Journey: After losing family, Fayth Jackson finds herself at UNK
Rashawn Harvey
UNK recognizes first-generation students and their biggest supporters
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – At the University of Nebraska at Kearney, roughly 40% of undergraduate students are the first in their family to pursue a four-year degree. These students come from a variety of backgrounds, but they share the same goal. They’re all committed to improving their lives through higher education. “I’m blown away and impressed by the initiative and perseverance first-generation students have,” said Aaron Estes, associate … [Read more...] about UNK recognizes first-generation students and their biggest supporters
Football, University of Nebraska at Kearney gave Shrine Bowl coach Rashawn Harvey chance to succeed
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Bragging rights are definitely on the line Saturday (June 2) when 70 of the state’s top high school football players take the field for the annual Nebraska Shrine Bowl. Rashawn Harvey, one of 12 coaches selected for the all-star showcase, expects everyone’s competitive spirit to take over once they step onto the artificial turf inside the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s Cope Stadium. He also wants the participants … [Read more...] about Football, University of Nebraska at Kearney gave Shrine Bowl coach Rashawn Harvey chance to succeed
TRiO program gets $1.4M grant to help disadvantaged students
By AUSTIN KOELLER UNK Communications KEARNEY – A University of Nebraska at Kearney program that helps disadvantaged students meet their academic needs and complete undergraduate degrees has received funding for another five years. The TRiO Student Support Services program received a Department of Education .4 million grant, which funds the UNK program through 2020 at an annual cost of 5,819. The federal grant allows roughly 200 UNK students to be served by the TRiO … [Read more...] about TRiO program gets $1.4M grant to help disadvantaged students
