By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – As the north wind howled and the temperature plunged, it became clear this would be a long, uncomfortable night. The small group gathered near the Bell Tower on the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus scrambled to set up its shelters before the conditions worsened. They used nearby Copeland Hall to block the strong wind gusts and stuffed cardboard boxes with blankets and sleeping bags to insulate themselves from the chilly … [Read more...] about UNK students spend cold night in cardboard boxes, shine light on homelessness
Hunger
Three events planned for Hunger, Homelessness Awareness Week
Social work students raising hunger awareness through Hunger Banquet
WHAT: Hunger Banquet ABOUT: Approximately 12.2 percent of Buffalo County residents are experiencing food insecurity today. Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society is hosting a Hunger Banquet to raise awareness and address hunger in area communities. Participants draw tickets, and the places where they sit and meals they eat are determined by the “economic status” they are assigned through their tickets. DONATIONS: Event is free to attend. Those attending are asked to make … [Read more...] about Social work students raising hunger awareness through Hunger Banquet
