“The free and open pursuit of ideas is a cherished principle in higher education, and its preservation is vital for any great university. As our policies and practices make clear, the University of Nebraska is strongly committed to academic freedom. We support and defend the liberties our teachers and learners have to freely discuss ideas in and outside of the classroom. “Our central mission is to educate Nebraska’s future leaders, and in preparing students to be … [Read more...] about University of Nebraska statement on critical race theory
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Michael Christen receives KUDOS award from NU Board of Regents
Michael Christen, director of business services at UNK and executive director of University Village, received the University of Nebraska Board of Regents KUDOS award during the June 25 meeting. KUDOS awards recognize university staff for their professional expertise, service and “superior dedication” to UNK and the University of Nebraska. It is the university’s top staff award. A native of Anselmo, Christen’s history with UNK started long before he joined the … [Read more...] about Michael Christen receives KUDOS award from NU Board of Regents
The fight to become UNK was difficult, but well worth it
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Doug Kristensen was a first-year state senator when he stepped to the podium to address his colleagues on that fateful day in April 1989. “It’s the only time I remember being nervous in the Legislature,” he admits. Even then, 13 years before he became chancellor of the University of Nebraska at Kearney, Kristensen understood the magnitude of the situation. The Legislature was preparing to debate LB247, a higher … [Read more...] about The fight to become UNK was difficult, but well worth it
Tuition freeze, strategic investments highlight 2021-22 university budget
The University of Nebraska will freeze tuition across the system and invest in strategic priorities including student aid, faculty competitiveness and building maintenance under a proposed 2021-22 operating budget announced today by President Ted Carter. The budget, which will go before the Board of Regents on June 25, continues a multi-year plan built last year by Carter and the chancellors to address fiscal challenges created by COVID-19 while also positioning the … [Read more...] about Tuition freeze, strategic investments highlight 2021-22 university budget
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
