By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Vanessa Lo was willing to pitch in wherever she was needed Saturday, even if it meant handling a nail gun for the first time. The University of Nebraska at Kearney student admits that part of her community service project was a little nerve-wracking, but she enjoyed learning to install siding at the Habitat for Humanity build site at 17th Street and Avenue P. “I want to help as much as I can so when I drive by this … [Read more...] about ‘We’re here to help’: 500+ UNK students give back to community during The Big Event
Henrique Adabo
Gabriel Amegatcher, Fayth Jackson named UNK homecoming king and queen
KEARNEY – Gabriel Amegatcher of Romeoville, Illinois, and Fayth Jackson of Lincoln are the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s homecoming king and queen. They were crowned Thursday evening during a ceremony in the Health and Sports Center. Amegatcher and Jackson were among eight finalists for UNK homecoming royalty selected by a student body vote. They will be recognized during the Loper Spirit March scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday on campus and at halftime of the … [Read more...] about Gabriel Amegatcher, Fayth Jackson named UNK homecoming king and queen
Eight finalists for 2020 homecoming royalty announced during pep rally
KEARNEY – Eight finalists for homecoming royalty were announced today during a pep rally on the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus. Queen candidates are Jayden Fish of Kearney, Fayth Jackson of Lincoln, Kelsey Sanger of Crofton and Olivia Slater of Omaha. King candidates are Henrique Adabo of Columbus, Gabriel Amegatcher of Romeoville, Illinois, Trey Janicek of Bridgeport and Noah Limbach of Kearney. UNK’s homecoming king and queen will be crowned Thursday night … [Read more...] about Eight finalists for 2020 homecoming royalty announced during pep rally
UNK program addresses need for rural health care providers
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Health care is one of Nebraska’s largest employment sectors, with continued job growth projected as the need for workers to serve the state’s aging population increases. The demand for health care workers is particularly strong in rural areas, where it’s difficult to recruit and retain these professionals. At the University of Nebraska at Kearney, there’s a program designed specifically to address the shortage of health … [Read more...] about UNK program addresses need for rural health care providers
Why did you choose UNK? Freshmen share their excitement
The University of Nebraska at Kearney is welcoming hundreds of new freshmen to campus for the fall semester. Meet six of these students, who talk about their decision to attend UNK. HENRIQUE ADABO, biology major with health sciences emphasis, Columbus Why did you choose UNK? “The KHOP Program. They offered me a great scholarship and a great opportunity.” What’s the best thing about UNK? “It’s a good size and it’s only two hours away from home.” What are you most … [Read more...] about Why did you choose UNK? Freshmen share their excitement
