The University of Nebraska at Kearney (“UNK” or “University”) recognizes the importance of “Service Animals” as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) and the broader category of “Assistance Animals” under the Fair Housing Act that provide physical and/or emotional support to individuals with disabilities. UNK is committed to allowing individuals with disabilities the use of a Service Animal on campus to facilitate their full-participation and equal access to the University’s programs and activities. UNK is also committed to allowing Assistance Animals necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to use and enjoy University housing.
Assistance Animal Policy
Begin the process of applying for an assistance animal accommodation on the Disability Services For Students website
UNK does work with the Disability Services For Students office to provide accommodations for students that need a single room due to medical needs. Please reach out to Disability Services For Students website to begin the process.
UNK operates with Sodexo, a third-party contractor, for on campus and commuter meal plans. They have a designated dining hall space where food items are stored for students with celiac disease, nut allergies, and other possible cross contact contaminates. For accommodations with UNK Dining related to food allergies or other dietary needs, please contact the Operations Manager, Kent Hergott at kent.hergott@sodexo.com. Kent and UNK Dining will share resources and options on a case-by-case basis.
The Office of Residence Life at University of Nebraska at Kearney is committed to providing a positive living & learning environment for our students. Providing a dynamic housing option ensures students are able to live, learn, and belong in our community. While we still provide living opportunities that are designated male or female spaces in various communities; students may sign up for dynamic housing which allows them to opt into an assigned roommate and room regardless of sex. Please contact Becky Doubet, Assistant Director of Occupancy, at doubetre@nebraska.edu or 308-865-8519
