By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – “I love you little buddy. I’ll be back in a bit.” Ryan Woitalewicz will always remember those words. It’s the last thing his father Kenny said to him on that fateful Valentine’s Day in 2004. The volunteer captain with Wood River Fire and Rescue never returned home. Kenny Woitalewicz and fellow firefighter Bob Heminger were called to a house fire that morning. Both men entered the home in an attempt to rescue an … [Read more...] about Inspired by his late father, Ryan Woitalewicz is determined to make a difference
First-ever UNK Music Day highlights opportunities for high schoolers
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Band and choir are far more than extracurricular activities. They’re preparation for a future career. That was the message Thursday as nearly 30 high schoolers gathered at the University of Nebraska at Kearney for the first-ever UNK Music Day. Hosted by the Department of Music, Theatre and Dance, the event gave students a chance to learn more about UNK’s music degrees while experiencing college-level classes, … [Read more...] about First-ever UNK Music Day highlights opportunities for high schoolers
English Department celebrating National Day on Writing with Oct. 20 event
The UNK Department of English is hosting a National Day on Writing event 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20. Using colored paper and markers available at tables set up in front of the Nebraskan Student Union, UNK students and employees are encouraged to participate by sharing a message about writing and what it means to them. “There are no right or wrong answers. We want people’s creativity and thoughtfulness toward literacy to shine through,” said UNK English … [Read more...] about English Department celebrating National Day on Writing with Oct. 20 event
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Affordability brings growing number of out-of-state students to UNK
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Cost is a major factor for many students when they’re deciding which college to attend. For Seneca Hertel and her family, the price tag was a “really, really big deal.” “I wanted, as much as I could, to not go into debt and not take out loans, so it was one of the biggest factors in choosing a college,” said Hertel, who attended T.F. Riggs High School in Pierre, South Dakota. Initially, Hertel limited her search to … [Read more...] about Affordability brings growing number of out-of-state students to UNK
