Alpha Phi sorority at the University of Nebraska at Kearney hosted its annual King of Hearts male pageant Thursday. The event included contestants representing various UNK fraternities, student organizations and athletic teams. Contestants performed dance, talent and interview sessions while vying for the coveted crown and sash. The event raised $6,000 this year and has brought in more than $28,000 since it began six years ago. Proceeds benefit the Alpha Phi Foundation, which supports … [Read more...]
Get ready to laugh; Alpha Phi’s King of Hearts pageant a fun fundraiser
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – A dozen University of Nebraska at Kearney students will do their best to impress the judges while competing for the title of Mr. King of Hearts during a fundraiser hosted by the Alpha Phi sorority. The sixth annual King of Hearts male pageant is scheduled for 7 p.m. Nov. 1 at Merryman Performing Arts Center, 225 W. 22nd St., in Kearney. Contestants representing various UNK fraternities, student organizations and athletic teams will bring … [Read more...]
SISTER ACT: Petersens experiencing sorority life, UNK together
2018 UNK Outstanding Family Award Winner By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – When the Petersen sisters are asked why they live together, they laugh and give the same response. It’s cheaper. “That was the main reason,” Sarah says. “It makes our parents happy.” David and Patti Petersen, whose four daughters attend the University of Nebraska at Kearney, won’t dispute that answer. They’re glad triplets Hannah, Rebekah and Emily followed older sister Sarah to UNK after … [Read more...]
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Ivy Prater heading to DC with leadership skills honed at UNK
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Ivy Prater had a vision for her college career when she enrolled at the University of Nebraska at Kearney four years ago. “I didn’t want to just be a number,” she said. “I wanted to have a college experience where I could get involved.” Mission accomplished. The Elgin native developed into a true leader at UNK, honing skills she’ll use during the next chapter of her life in Washington, D.C. Prater, who graduated May 4 with a … [Read more...]
