Be Blue. Be Gold. Belong.
Did you know that 1 in 10 students (about 650) at the University of Nebraska at Kearney are Hispanic or Latino/Latina/Latinx? Students and their families quickly discover that UNK is a welcoming and safe campus. With the support of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI), you’ll have ways to celebrate your culture and share it with others so UNK feels like home. Our goals are simple – to provide an atmosphere for students from diverse backgrounds to excel academically and socially by providing financial aid, support services and leadership opportunities. If you’re the first in your family to attend college, there are additional resources for you.
Top programs among Hispanic and Latinx students include: Business Administration, Nursing, Teaching, Modern Languages, Industrial Distribution and Criminal Justice. See all programs. No matter which program you pursue, you’ll be confidently prepared for your career.
Events
Join us on campus for Conozca UNK (Get to Know UNK), a day made just for Spanish-speaking families. You can tour campus, chat with current students, and learn about resources to help you succeed. The entire day will be conducted in Spanish. One student can bring two guests. Parents are encouraged to attend. The day starts at 10:00 AM on April 16.
Financial Aid at UNK
You may qualify for free tuition with the Nebraska Promise.
Other Services & Support
UNK is a proud member of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, a leading advocate for increasing Hispanic access to higher education. Hispanic and Latinx students can become involved with the Hispanic Student Association, DANZA, Define American and other groups.
*UNK offers Conozca UNK tours specifically made for Spanish-speaking families. Tours cover resources and scholarships and you can meet with UNK counselors. Due to COVID-19, tours may be suspended. Check the status on our Visit Page or view our Virtual Tour.
"UNK is a place where students from diverse backgrounds can come together to plan events and raise cultural awareness on the University of Nebraska Kearney campus."
Juan Guzman
Director, Office of Student Diversity and Inclusion
"The individuals in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) have portrayed the positive, safe and welcoming attitude of UNK's campus. As a first-generation student, I see the importance of seeking opportunities for my academic success. UNK has given me amazing experiences, resources, scholarships and connections to help me succeed. I have no doubts that I will be prepared to start my career once I graduate from UNK."
Jazmin Matias-Trejo
Criminal Justice Major, First Generation Student
"After my campus tour and my involvement with the Thompson Community, my mother and I agreed that UNK was a great choice for my education! I have always felt supported and heard due to UNK’s inclusivity in their academic organizations, campus jobs, Greek life and more. You never feel out of place. UNK has some elite professors in their fields of study who have reinforced why I chose my major. I have a good grasp of my future."
Guadalupe Perez
Language Arts 7-12 Education
“I feel supported by UNK, especially from the Office of Student Diversity and Inclusion. It is my home away from home. I’ve received scholarships, and I’m prepared for my career because of faculty, staff, advisors, the quality of education, and opportunities at UNK.”
Adrian Almeida
Business/Marketing, First Generation Student
"My parents understand English, but don't speak it. I'm a first-generation student so my parents do not know anything about college. They got to learn about college in the language that they speak. At first my mother was very scared to let me go to college. UNK said it was a family here…and that there are groups that will make it feel more like home. The decision to attend UNK was made for me, and now also for my parents. It's a big YES for us."
Gibrana Perez
Doug Kristensen
Chancellor, University of Nebraska at Kearney
Have Questions?
Juan, Luis, and Abel all speak Spanish.
