REGISTER HERE By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – COVID-19 changed education. When K-12 schools and colleges across the state were forced to close their doors, students and teachers were suddenly thrust into the world of online learning and instruction. This led to both challenges and opportunities. Two years after the pandemic began, there’s an increased emphasis on expanding access to online resources and more teachers are looking for ways to utilize … [Read more...] about UNK conference focuses on educational technology, post-COVID learning
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Roxanne Vipond recognized with UNK’s Early Childhood Pioneer Award
ROXANNE VIPOND Family: Husband, Craig; children, Jeff, Denise, Steve and Stefanie; and seven grandchildren. Awards: Advocate of the Year 2004 – Nebraska Family Child Care Association; Celebrate Literacy Award 2005 – Central Nebraska Reading Council; Celebrate Literacy Award 2006 – Nebraska State Reading Council; Making a Difference for Children 2006 – Voices for Children in Nebraska; Woman of Distinction Award 2011 – YWCA Grand Island. Community Involvement: Nebraska … [Read more...] about Roxanne Vipond recognized with UNK’s Early Childhood Pioneer Award
College of Education committee focuses on diversity, equity and inclusion
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Change doesn’t happen overnight. You can’t solve social injustice and inequality during a one-day seminar or training session. It takes long-term commitment to create a truly inclusive environment that’s free of these issues. “If you’re going to be competent – not culturally competent, but competent – you must continue to educate yourself and educate others,” said Toni Hill, an associate professor in the University … [Read more...] about College of Education committee focuses on diversity, equity and inclusion
UNK ranked in top 10% nationally for online master’s programs in education
KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney remains one of the best schools in the country for students pursuing an online master’s degree in education. UNK moved up one position, into a tie for 27th place, in this year’s “Best Online Master’s in Education Programs” rankings compiled by U.S. News & World Report. The list compares 317 public and private institutions from across the country, with UNK landing in the top 10%. Only Creighton University, tied for … [Read more...] about UNK ranked in top 10% nationally for online master’s programs in education
