Incoming UNK students can apply for the Nebraska Career Scholarship here. The application deadline is Feb. 28. By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Like many states across the country, Nebraska continues to face workforce shortages, with critical needs in STEM and health care. Nebraska will have more than 34,000 annual openings in high-skill, high-demand, high-wage jobs in the next five years, according to the state’s Department of Labor, with most of those … [Read more...] about Nebraska STEM, health care careers get boost from state scholarship funds
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UNK graduate Logan Krejdl returns to campus to support current Lopers
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Logan Krejdl received a congratulatory text message from Chancellor Doug Kristensen the day he accepted his new job at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Other administrators, faculty and staff called, texted or stopped by to welcome him back to campus when they heard the news. Those personal connections are a big reason why he decided to return to his alma mater. “People are different here. It’s obvious when you … [Read more...] about UNK graduate Logan Krejdl returns to campus to support current Lopers
UNK graduates share their excitement at winter commencement ceremony
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Jose Ceballos was experiencing a range of emotions Friday morning. Relief. Pride. Happiness. “I feel everything,” he said with a smile. It takes years of hard work and determination to complete a college degree, making the final moment that much more satisfying. For Ceballos, graduating from the University of Nebraska at Kearney was a monumental achievement. “It’s very big,” he said. “My parents brought me to … [Read more...] about UNK graduates share their excitement at winter commencement ceremony
UNK grad Grace Tolstedt has one final message before law school – thank you
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Grace Tolstedt doesn’t know who nominated her to speak at the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s winter commencement ceremony. The call from the Chancellor’s Office came as a total surprise. “I was completely taken aback,” Tolstedt said. “I had no idea.” Whoever that mystery person is, they made a great recommendation. Tolstedt exemplifies the UNK experience and the positive impact this campus has on … [Read more...] about UNK grad Grace Tolstedt has one final message before law school – thank you
UNK agribusiness program prepares Michael Gibbens for future in the field
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Michael Gibbens has a deep-rooted connection to agriculture. He grew up south of Sargent, a small community in the heart of corn and cattle country. His grandfather farmed for close to five decades and his father, who’s currently employed by a central Nebraska cooperative, worked the land for about 20 years. Other family members also have careers tied to the state’s No. 1 industry. “I’ve never had a job where I’ve been … [Read more...] about UNK agribusiness program prepares Michael Gibbens for future in the field
