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UNK celebrates first-generation students during annual event

November 8, 2021 by Tyler Ellyson

 By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – The featured speaker at the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s First Gen Day celebration shared a story many people in attendance could relate to. “I’m not unique,” Adrian Gomez Ramos admitted, “and that’s a good thing.” The spring graduate stood at a podium inside UNK’s main dining hall Monday afternoon as proof that first-generation college students can accomplish anything they set their minds to. “I think … [Read more...] about UNK celebrates first-generation students during annual event

Filed Under: First Gen, News, Photo Galleries, Student Life Tagged With: Aaron Estes, Adrian Gomez-Ramos, Ashley Olivas, DJ Hardwick, First Gen Day, First Generation Leadership Team, Kearney, Kyle Means, University of Nebraska, UNK

Cultural Unity Conference provides path to college for minority students

November 5, 2021 by Tyler Ellyson

By ERIKA PRITCHARD UNK Communications KEARNEY – Sisters Rosio and Elbira Cuin-Avilez learned that a college education was possible when they attended the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s annual Nebraska Cultural Unity Conference as students at Wood River High School. “It was kind of exciting because we got to learn a little bit about college scholarships, and other Hispanics encouraged us to go to college,” Rosio said. “It was nice to hear their experiences and … [Read more...] about Cultural Unity Conference provides path to college for minority students

Filed Under: First Gen, News Tagged With: Admissions, Ashley Olivas, Clarisa Lopez, Elbira Cuin-Avilez, First Gen, Kearney, Nebraska Cultural Unity Conference, Office of Student Diversity and Inclusion, Rosio Cuin-Avilez, University of Nebraska, UNK

More than 80 high school seniors attend first-ever Admitted Student Day

March 16, 2021 by Tyler Ellyson

By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Katie Lytle can’t wait to start classes at the University of Nebraska at Kearney this fall. The senior at Elkhorn South High School is “so ready” for her college career and life as a Loper. “I know I’m going to be happy when it’s summer, but it’s crazy that I have like five months to wait before I come here,” Lytle said. “I’m really excited.” That feeling of excitement and enthusiasm filled UNK’s Health and … [Read more...] about More than 80 high school seniors attend first-ever Admitted Student Day

Filed Under: Arts & Sciences, Business & Technology, College of Education, News, Photo Galleries Tagged With: Abbey Arndt, Admissions, Admitted Student Day, Ashley Olivas, Elkhorn South High School, Hampton High School, Health and Sports Center, Jodi Holt, Katie Lytle, Kearney, University of Nebraska, UNK

UNK freshman Isaiah Mahone uses education as form of activism

February 24, 2021 by Tyler Ellyson

By ERIKA PRITCHARD UNK Communications KEARNEY – University of Nebraska at Kearney freshman Isaiah Mahone’s first word was an unusual one – “hallelujah.” His parents thought it was a sign that he was destined for greatness. “I’m pretty sure they thought it in the way of bringing people to Christ,” Mahone explained. “If someone needs that motivational word, I’ll be there to give that to them and just bring life into them.” The pre-dental hygiene student also wants … [Read more...] about UNK freshman Isaiah Mahone uses education as form of activism

Filed Under: Arts & Sciences, News, Student Life Tagged With: Ashley Olivas, Black Student Association, College of Arts and Sciences, dental hygiene, Harmonics, Isaiah Mahone, Kearney, Loper 2 Loper Mentoring Program, Men's Project, Residence Hall Association, University of Nebraska, UNK

Ten members selected for 2020-21 Leadership UNK class

July 8, 2020 by Tyler Ellyson

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KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney has selected 10 staff members for its 2020-21 Leadership UNK class. In its 14th year, the program is designed to expose participants to leadership opportunities at UNK and in the Kearney area, enhance their leadership skills and encourage them to accept leadership roles in the future. Leadership UNK also gives members opportunities to network with the campus community, classmates, speakers and others to discuss issues … [Read more...] about Ten members selected for 2020-21 Leadership UNK class

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Ashley Olivas, Danielle Kluver, Darlene Sandoval, Dawn Cromer, Devin Koch, Kearney, Leadership UNK, Lynelle Fritzen, Matt Allbright, Rachelle Warner, Scott Olson, Stacey Schwarz, University of Nebraska, UNK

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