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Sidewalks were added on campus where students had worn down the grass, including by residence halls. Photo by Jenna Heinz / Antelope Staff

Small changes make a big difference on campus

Antelope Staff November 22, 2024

There are several factors that play into the overall attractiveness of a college to incoming students. The location, cost and programs that are offered all weigh heavily in a student’s decision on where...

Esther Uma sports a traditional dress to represent Nigeria. Photo by Jenju Peters / Antelope Staff

Students strut down fashion runway at African Met Gala

Mary Chvatal November 15, 2024

chvatalm2@lopers.unk.edu The African Student Union hosted a Met Gala on Oct. 30 to celebrate and showcase the diversity of African cultures. The Gala consisted of performers, fashion showcases and a...

Construction for new sidewalks is underway near the entrance of the south side of the Nebraskan Student Union. Photo by Jenna Heinz / Antelope Staff

Sidewalk repairs, construction builds convenience for students

Muryn Haight October 29, 2024

haightm2@lopers.unk.edu New sidewalks are being installed around UNK’s campus. The sidewalks will be added by the Nebraska Student Union and the east side of the Fine Arts Building. Michael Cremers,...

Construction for new sidewalks on the south side of the Nebraskan Student Union is underway. Photo by Jenna Heinz / Antelope Staff

Crews install new sidewalks around campus

Muryn Haight October 15, 2024

haightm2@lopers.unk.edu New sidewalks are being installed around UNK’s campus. The sidewalks will be added by the Nebraska Student Union and the east side of the Fine Arts Building. Michael Cremers,...

Students from schools around Nebraska attended the fair. Photo by Jenna Heinz / Antelope Staff

Health Career Fair: Students network with various businesses in the health field

Kennadi Ureste September 27, 2024

urestek@lopers.unk.edu On Wednesday, Sept. 18, UNK hosted its annual Health Career Fair in the Nebraskan Student Union. High school and college students were able to interact with 40 different booths...

Issues in campus dining more pronounced after Louie's Diner closure

Issues in campus dining more pronounced after Louie’s Diner closure

Maddux Essex September 27, 2024

essexm@lopers.unk.edu When a student decides to live on campus, one of the things that can affect them the most is what they have for available dining options. The options available at UNK are limited,...

The Loper Pantry is now on the north side of the union. Photo by Gabby Roche / Antelope Staff

Loper Pantry moves to more accessible home

Mary Chvatal September 13, 2024

chvatalm2@lopers.unk.edu A process of almost two years in the making has created excitement among UNK students and staff who will benefit from free food and sundry items while attending school. The...

Thomas Linderman introduces Lincoln Sanny to PIKE. Photo by Jenna Heinz / Antelope Staff

Organization fair encourages students to get involved

Travianna Tighe September 13, 2024

tighet@lopers.unk.edu Student Government hosted the semesterly Student Organization Fair outside the Nebraskan Student Union, where students visited organizations' tables to meet leaders and explore...

Cindy Heaston has worked at UNK since 1998. Photo by Shelby Berglund / Antelope Staff

Service with a smile: Chick-fil-A employee wins students’ hearts

Rachel Ostdiek March 8, 2024

ostdiekr@lopers.unk.edu Cindy Heaston, recognizable by most on campus as the friendly face behind the Chick-fil-A counter, is dedicated to being a positive light in students' days.  Since Chick-fil-A...

Lea Burkey, cashier at The Graze, has been a cashier in the food industry for 19 years. Photo by Shelby Berglund / Antelope Staff

Dining hall cashier knows students by name

Sydney Tisthammer February 23, 2024

tisthammers@lopers.unk.edu Lea Burkey is the highlight of The Graze dining experience for many students. The dining hall cashier has an outgoing personality that is unforgettable to others around her.  Burkey...

Students practice their language skills at the Spanish table. Photo by Ricardo Hernandez / Antelope Staff

Campus Conversation Tables: Weekly gatherings help students make friends from around the world

Lily Roby February 23, 2024

robyl@lopers.unk.edu In the busy part of  UNK’s Nebraskan Student Union, there's a lot of talking, laughing and learning going on. It's Thursday evening, and the Conversation Tables are happening....

The need for more plushes grows every year. Photo by Micah Torres / Antelope Staff

LPAC’s yearly hosting of make-your-own plush animals

Gisell Torres February 23, 2024

torresg@lopers.unk.edu In the heart of UNK’s campus, the Loper Programming and Activities Council held its Stuff-A-Plush event in the Nebraskan Student Union for UNK students. This event has been...

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