By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Jason Baker understands the challenges veterans face when they transition from military to civilian life. He served eight years in the U.S. Army, with deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, and three years in the Nebraska Army National Guard before enrolling at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. The North Platte native was 35 years old when he arrived on campus in August 2018. “The transition was very daunting,” he … [Read more...] about New veterans success coach position supports military students on campus
Jason Baker
After military service, including deployment in Iraq and Afghanistan, Jason Baker starting next chapter at UNK
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – The tattoo on Jason Baker’s right forearm represents both his past and his future. He got it about three years ago while waiting out a snowstorm in Cheyenne, Wyoming, where a former high school classmate happened to run a tattoo shop. The image – an eagle, American flag and shield outlined in black ink – symbolizes the 11 years Baker dedicated to his country through military service and his continued commitment to … [Read more...] about After military service, including deployment in Iraq and Afghanistan, Jason Baker starting next chapter at UNK
