KEARNEY – All University of Nebraska campuses, including UNK, will be closed Friday (June 18) in observance of Juneteenth. NU President Ted Carter made the announcement Thursday afternoon, following Gov. Pete Ricketts' decision to close state offices. President Joe Biden signed legislation earlier in the day declaring Juneteenth National Independence Day a federal holiday. No classes will be held Friday at UNK and all regular employees will be granted a day of leave. … [Read more...] about UNK closed Friday in observance of Juneteenth; child care center, camps open
College of Education
Optional three-week session will precede spring 2022 semester
KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney will once again offer a three-week session in January 2022, giving students additional opportunities to earn credit hours and pursue experiential learning activities during the extended winter break. Approved in April by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents, the modified academic calendar pushes the start of UNK’s spring semester back by two weeks, creating flexibility for students who want to expedite their path to … [Read more...] about Optional three-week session will precede spring 2022 semester
Successful bond sale yields $400 million for NU building maintenance projects
The University of Nebraska system has taken a key step forward in addressing its growing deferred maintenance needs following a successful bond sale that generated $400 million for building renewal and repair projects across the campuses. The sale – the largest issuance of new bonds in NU history – was the first transaction after the passage of LB384, a plan championed by Sen. John Stinner of Gering to extend through 2062 a state-university partnership on deferred … [Read more...] about Successful bond sale yields $400 million for NU building maintenance projects
UNK graduate Aaron Madsen inducted into athletic training hall of fame
COLUMBUS – University of Nebraska at Kearney graduate Aaron Madsen was inducted into the Nebraska State Athletic Trainers’ Association Hall of Fame during a banquet Friday at the Ramada Hotel and Conference Center in Columbus. He joins an elite group of 20 individuals who have earned this honor over the past 40 years. Madsen’s career has spanned many settings, including outpatient rehabilitation, high school outreach and collegiate athletics. He served the … [Read more...] about UNK graduate Aaron Madsen inducted into athletic training hall of fame
Ralston, Fullerton superintendents receive Leaders in Education and Service Award
KEARNEY – The Educational Administration Department at the University of Nebraska at Kearney recently recognized Mark Adler and Jeff Anderson with the Leaders in Education and Service Award. Individuals selected for this award are graduates of UNK’s educational administration program who have demonstrated diligence and success as school administrators. Nominations come from previous award winners and focus on distinguished service in the administrative field. The … [Read more...] about Ralston, Fullerton superintendents receive Leaders in Education and Service Award
