University of Nebraska faculty, staff, students and friends are invited to watch the virtual installation ceremony for NU System President Ted Carter on Friday, Aug. 14. The ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. via livestream. No RSVP is required and the livestream will be available to all members of the public. A link will be provided closer to the date of the event. Hosted by Board of Regents Chairman Jim Pillen, the program will include video greetings from students, … [Read more...] about Virtual installation celebrates University of Nebraska, President Ted Carter
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A time to celebrate: UNK recognizes graduates at historic commencement
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Rakid Hill has been part of many memorable moments inside Ron and Carol Cope Stadium on the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus. On Friday, the former Loper linebacker stepped onto the Foster Field turf one more time to celebrate his biggest victory yet. Hill and more than 350 other UNK students gathered near midfield – where their chairs were meticulously spaced 6 feet apart – to take part in a historic … [Read more...] about A time to celebrate: UNK recognizes graduates at historic commencement
UNK’s Friday commencement moves outside for first time in 30 years
When: 10 a.m., Friday, July 31 Where: UNK Foster Field Social Media: Follow @UNKearney and #lopergrad on Twitter to see photos and posts. Join in the #lopergrad conversation at http://unk.edu/eventdashboard Live Broadcast: A pre-commencement show will air beginning at 9:20 am. at www.youtube.com/UNKearney. It will be followed by a live broadcast of the event. A live viewing also is available in the Fine Arts Building south of the stadium for guests beyond the … [Read more...] about UNK’s Friday commencement moves outside for first time in 30 years
NU joins amicus brief opposing new ICE guidance for international students
On behalf of its four campuses, the University of Nebraska system has joined an amicus brief opposing new federal guidance requiring international college students to leave the United States if their coursework is online-only. The amicus brief supports a lawsuit filed last week by Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology seeking to block the new policy from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The University of Nebraska is among 180-plus … [Read more...] about NU joins amicus brief opposing new ICE guidance for international students
Nebraska Promise makes college a reality for Kearney mother
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Tina Smets is a busy mother of three. She works nights at the Alley Rose restaurant in Kearney, opposite of her husband Aaron’s schedule at the local Baldwin Filters plant so they can save money on child care. Like many young families, finances are a major factor in their decision-making – and college tuition never seemed to fit into their plans. Although Smets enjoys her job at the Alley Rose, where she’s worked the … [Read more...] about Nebraska Promise makes college a reality for Kearney mother
