University of Nebraska at Kearney Events Calendar

Chat with the Chancellor (11/3/2009)

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/3/2009	Start Time:	12:00 PM
End Date:	11/3/2009	End Time:	1:00 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Nebraskan Student Union

Come to Food Court in the Student Union and chat with our Chancellor about any topics or questions that are concerning you. Chat with the Chancellor is held by Student Government.

UNK Women's Symposium (11/3/2009)

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/3/2009	Start Time:	1:00 PM
End Date:	11/3/2009	End Time:	5:00 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Nebraskan Student Union
Room: Ponderosa Room

The Panhellenic Council at UNK (sororities) is co-sponsoring the 1st UNK Women's Symposium with the Women's Center and Counseling and Health Care. The symposium will take place on Tuesday, November 3rd from 1 - 5 pm. The theme for this year's symposium is "Healthy Relationships" and we have selected some outstanding programs from our very own Faculty and Staff members. Some Notable Topics Include: -"Mean Girls" (Keynote!) -Healthy Women, Healthy Nation -"He's Just Not That Into You" -"Developing Deeper Relationships in a Shallow World" -Destressing, -“Killing Us Softly: Body Image and the Media” -"De-stressing and Living a Life of Balance" -“HPV/Gardasil/Plan B ~ BC Options” -"Healthy Relationships Group"

Volleyball - Wayne State (11/3/2009)

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/3/2009	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/3/2009

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Health & Sports Center
Room: Arena

Volleyball - Wayne State

Women's Soccer - RMAC Tournament (11/4/2009 - 11/8/2009)

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/4/2009
End Date:	11/8/2009	End Time:	Midnight

Women's Soccer - RMAC Tournament

eLuncheon (11/5/2009)

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/5/2009	Start Time:	12:30 PM
End Date:	11/5/2009	End Time:	1:30 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Nebraskan Student Union
Room: Cedar Room

eLuncheon - 12:30-1:30 in Cedar Rooom, NSU
November 5 - Introducing the eCampus Mentor Program
Many professors at UNK have been teaching online for years and have great wisdom to pass on to new online instructors. In order to tap this resource, eCampus has created a new Faculty Mentor Program. This eLuncheon will cover the steps necessary to become a Faculty Mentor and how Mentors can assist new faculty in online instruction. Become a Faculty Mentor and help shape the next generation of UNK online courses.

Teachers' Time Out! (11/5/2009)

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 22:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/5/2009	Start Time:	4:30 PM
End Date:	11/5/2009	End Time:	6:30 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Frank House

K-8 Teachers are invited to laugh and learn with Juli Burney, humorist, teacher and author, as she makes sure, in this effort, there will be “No Teacher Left Behind!” Develop creative alliances with local science, arts, culture, history and community organizations while enjoying a festive and educational evening.

Kaffeeklatsch Show Time (11/5/2009)

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/5/2009	Start Time:	8:00 PM
End Date:	11/5/2009	End Time:	10:00 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Nebraskan Student Union
Room: Food Court

UNK "kaffeeklatsch" Show Time,a new student organization at University of Nebraska at Kearney. The object of this organization is to promote mutual help and benefit for people who have talent or interested in performance and enhance/enrich the diversity of campus culture. Kaffeeklatsch is a German word which means “A casual social gathering for coffee and conversation”. In our “Kaffeeklatsch” Show Time, of course, we have free coffee and tasty cake (or cookies), we offer a stage for the people who have talent or interested in performance to show yourselves. Thursday night, from 8 pm -10pm, twice a month, we will get together in the Food Court, Student Union. Bring your instrument, painting, photography or anything else to share with us, that will be fun! :) If you want to show off your talent If you want to watch UNK student's wonderful perfurmance or you just want to share a joke, just want to relax a little bit with a cup of coffee Come with us to enjoy this Coffee Night: ) Time: Oct 22th 8:00pm-10:00pm Place: Food Court Email:kaffeeklatsch.unk@gmail.com

Volleyball - Chadron State (11/6/2009)

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/6/2009	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/6/2009

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Health & Sports Center
Room: Arena

Volleyball - Chadron State

Cross Country - NCAA Regionals (11/7/2009)

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/7/2009
End Date:	11/7/2009

Cross Country - NCAA Regionals

Panic of 1890's: Frank Lessons for Today (11/7/2009)

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/7/2009	Start Time:	1:30 PM
End Date:	11/7/2009	End Time:	2:30 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Frank House

A panel of scholars led by Mary Rittenhouse, will compare and contrast the current national and global economic environment with that of the 1890’s to see what lessons can be borrowed from the past. Discussion topics will include the Franks, Kearney in the 1890’s, and the social, political and financial and economic patterns and issues, then and now.

Football - at Mesa State (11/7/2009)

Sat, 7 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/7/2009	Start Time:	2:00 PM
End Date:	11/7/2009

Football - at Mesa State

Volleyball - Colorado Mines (11/7/2009)

Sun, 8 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/7/2009	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/7/2009

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Health & Sports Center
Room: Arena

Volleyball - Colorado Mines

Eating Disorders: Prevention & Treatment (11/9/2009)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/9/2009	Start Time:	6:00 PM
End Date:	11/9/2009	End Time:	7:30 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Copeland Hall
Room: Room 131

Peg Miller-Evans, MSW, PhD from the Children's Eating Disorders Program, Children's Hospital & Medical Center will be presenting on Eating Disorders: Prevention, Treatment & Early Warning Signs. The event is sponsored by Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society.

Concerts-on-the-Platte Series (11/9/2009)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/9/2009	Start Time:	7:30 PM
End Date:	11/9/2009	End Time:	9:00 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Fine Arts Building
Room: Recital Hall

Concerts-on-the-Platte Series: Faculty Recital, Sharon Campbell, mezzo & Valerie Cisler, piano

Coffee House presentation "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do" (11/10/2009)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/10/2009	Start Time:	3:00 PM
End Date:	11/10/2009	End Time:	4:00 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Memorial Student Affairs Building
Room: Room 158

Come and enjoy a cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate and learn from Dr. Grace Mims how to end a relationship in a healthy way.

Developing and Teaching Capstone Courses (panel presentation) (11/10/2009)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/10/2009	Start Time:	3:30 PM
End Date:	11/10/2009	End Time:	4:30 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Nebraskan Student Union
Room: Room 312

Panel Presentation by Darleen Mitchell and Richard Miller on developing and teaching capstone courses.

Illusionist: Reza (11/12/2009)

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/12/2009	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/12/2009

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Nebraskan Student Union
Room: Ponderosa Room

Reza is not just a magician, he is an entertainer, combining new and original acts with mind blowing special effects.

Volleyball - RMAC Tournament (11/13/2009 - 11/15/2009)

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/13/2009
End Date:	11/15/2009	End Time:	Midnight

Volleyball - RMAC Tournament

Women's Soccer - NCAA Regional (11/13/2009 - 11/15/2009)

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/13/2009
End Date:	11/15/2009	End Time:	Midnight

Women's Soccer - NCAA Regional

Sigma Phi Epsilon Stride and Ride (11/13/2009)

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/13/2009	Start Time:	6:00 PM
End Date:	11/13/2009	End Time:	11:00 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Cushing HPER
Room: Fieldhouse

We are hosting the first ever Sigma Phi Epsilon Stride and Ride program to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. It is a walkathon to raise money for research for the group. Registration will begin at 5:30 pm with the walk starting at 6:00 pm. Drinks and Snacks will be provided for walkers.

Football - NCAA Playoffs (11/14/2009)

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/14/2009
End Date:	11/14/2009

Football - NCAA Playoffs

Holiday Card Making for 21st Century Victorians (11/14/2009)

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/14/2009	Start Time:	1:30 PM
End Date:	11/14/2009	End Time:	2:30 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Frank House

Learn about Victorian card traditions and enjoy creating holiday cards for friends and family! Connie Wine is your workshop leader. Seating is limited to first 15 to register by November 12. Call 308-865-8284 or email sullivankw@unk.edu

International Education Week (11/16/2009 - 11/20/2009)

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/16/2009	Start Time:	8:00 AM
End Date:	11/20/2009	End Time:	Midnight

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Nebraskan Student Union

Secretary of State Colin Powell's endorsement of International Education Week cited the importance of international education in promoting tolerance and in building friendship between the United States and other countries. Following the events of September 11, it has been more critical than ever to strive to reduce conflicts, support democratic development and increase understanding through international education and exchanges worldwide. For this reason, at UNK we will be hosting activities Monday, 11/16 through Thursday 11/19 in the Nebraska Student Union. Each day will showcase a region of the world to include Latin America, Asia, Europe, and Africa. Over the noon hour, various speakers will be addressing regional issues in accordance with the highlighted region of the day. The weeks' activities will culminate in a closing celebration Thursday evening held at the Alumnae House. More information about planned activities during International Education Week 2009 will follow. * All activities will be free and open to the public.

3rd Annual Ability March (11/16/2009)

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/16/2009	Start Time:	12:00 PM
End Date:	11/16/2009	End Time:	12:30 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Cope Fountain

Disability Awareness Week
If you advocate ability over disability join us in the march to proclaim “Abilities First!”.

Global Scholars: A Sharing of International Experiences (11/16/2009)

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/16/2009	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/16/2009	End Time:	9:00 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Nebraskan Student Union
Room: Cedar Room

UNK students have been traveling all around the world. This event will highlight 8 UNK students who have studied, interned and attended an international conference. Special guest, Larry Sather, a Loup City (NE) High School graduate will share his experience as an international educator in Shanghai, China, in addition to his entrepreneurial business in executive/corporate training in China. Mr. Sather received his BS and JD from the University of Nebraska and his MBA from the University of Denver.

Global Scholars: A Sharing of Int'l Experiences (11/16/2009)

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/16/2009	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/16/2009	End Time:	9:00 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Nebraskan Student Union
Room: Cedar Room

UNK students have been traveling all around the world. This event will highlight 8 UNK students who have studied, interned and attended an international conference. Special guest, Larry Sather, a Loup City (NE) High School graduate will share his experience as an international educator in Shanghai, China, in addition to his entrepreneurial business in executive/corporate training in China. Mr. Sather received his BS and JD from the University of Nebraska and his MBA from the University of Denver.

Leadership and Advocacy in Action (11/16/2009)

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/16/2009	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/16/2009	End Time:	9:00 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Copeland Hall
Room: Room 130

Disability Awareness Week
The Leadership Advocacy Institute wants to help people with disabilities take a greater leadership role in their communities by placing them on community boards. In addition, this program helps people with disabilities and their families to develop self-advocacy skills. This informational meeting is also an invitation for people who want to make a difference in their communities and lives.

Concerts-on-the-Platte Series (11/16/2009)

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/16/2009	Start Time:	7:30 PM
End Date:	11/16/2009	End Time:	9:00 PM

University of Nebraska at Kearney - Fine Arts Building
Room: Recital Hall

Concerts-on-the-Platte Series: Faculty Recital, David Nabb, saxophone, Noah Rogoff, cello, & Nathan Buckner, piano