KEARNEY – The 2026-27 Leadership UNK class has been announced, with 10 staff members selected for the program.
The class includes:
Ranae Aspen – Student Affairs
Jamila Bajelan – Graduate Studies and Academic Innovation
Lacy Chramosta – Loper Success Hub
Morgan Jamison – Health Sciences
Shawn Lienemann – Information Technology Services
Allisha Melroy – Calvin T. Ryan Library
Derek Ott – Communications and Marketing
Kate Roberg – Student Engagement and Leadership
Sarah Rosno – Academic Advising and Career Development
Kaleb Schuster – Graduate Studies and Academic Innovation
In its 20th year, Leadership UNK introduces participants to leadership opportunities at UNK and in the Kearney area, enhances their leadership skills and encourages them to pursue leadership roles in the future. The program also increases their knowledge of the university system and gives them an opportunity to network with classmates, speakers and others while discussing issues pertinent to campus and leadership development.
Throughout the academic year, participants attend nine half-day sessions and one full-day meeting examining various aspects of leadership within the University of Nebraska System. They’re also required to complete at least four hours of volunteer service on campus. There is no cost to participate.
Leadership UNK is administered by program alumni selected as members of the Board of Graduates. Current Leadership UNK Board of Graduates members are:
Eileen Jahn – Co-President
Amber Gapp – Co-President
Dawn Cromer – Treasurer
Julie Smith – Secretary
Brian Peterson – Class Co-Chair
Jaiden Morse – Class Co-Chair
Tim Moulton
Trevor Trine
Julie Calahan
Meredith DeHaven – Ex-Officio