The Office of Student Engagement and Leadership sponsors the following intercultural honor societies, which have been chartered to support student success through leadership development, community & civic opportunities, and social engagement, with the focus of centering academic excellence and scholarship.
Their intention is to support the identity development of their members, promote equal opportunities among all peoples, and emphasize the academic advancement of intercultural collegiate scholars.
Please see the membership information section for each organization for information on how to join.
The mission of Alpha Psi - Collegiate Latino Honor Society is to support student success by reinforcing academic intellect, creating cultural awareness, and performing service through community engagement.
Membership into the Alpha Psi - Collegiate Latino Honor Society is open to all students of sound character who meet the following membership criteria:
A formal induction ceremony is conducted every year during the fall semester. Members will be inducted to membership by invitation only. No eligible university student may be denied membership to any student affinity group based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation.
Alpha Psi agrees to adhere to the UNK Non-Discrimination Statement
If you would like to become a member of Alpha Psi, or would like additional information, please contact:
Laura Velasco, velascol@lopers.unk.edu
President, Alpha Psi
The mission of the Upsilon Eta Upsilon Honor Society for Black Excellence is to support student success through scholarship, recognize and encourage leadership, provide service, and to establish the opportunity for a meaningful exchange of ideas.
Membership into the Upsilon Eta Upsilon Honor Society for Black Excellence is open to all students of sound character who meet the following membership criteria:
A formal induction ceremony is conducted every year during the spring semester. Members will be inducted to membership by invitation only. No eligible university student may be denied membership to any student affinity group based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation.
Upsilon Eta Upsilon agrees to adhere to the UNK Non-Discrimination Statement
If you would like to become a member of Upsilon Eta Upsilon, or would like additional information, please contact:
Avery Laing, lainga@lopers.unk.edu
President, Upsilon Eta Upsilon
The Office of Student Engagement and Leadership sponsors various different student groups that focus on the importance of belonging. Affinity groups are created for people to connect based on shared identities, ideologies, or interests. Group membership is open to every student on the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus. No eligible university student may be denied membership to any student affinity group based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation.
All sponsored affinity groups agree to adhere to the UNK Non-Discrimination Statement.
If you would like to join any of the groups that IEL sponsors feel free to attend any of their general meetings at the listed times. The office is located on the first floor of the Nebraskan Student Union, near the east side entrance.
If you have specific questions about these groups please email intercultural@unk.edu.
Women Are Problematic focuses on educating about women's issues of past, present and future.
Women Are Problematic meets every Tuesday in the Office for Intercultural Engagement and Leadership at 5:00PM
Hispanic Student Association focuses on Hispanic culture and promoting it within UNK and the surrounding community.
Hispanic Student Association meets every Wednesday at the student union in the Office for Intercultural Engagement and Leadership at 5:00 PM. Every week we like to learn about cultures within the Hispanic community to better promote the Hispanic culture around UNK. Hispanic Student Association is open to students of all backgrounds and provides a safe place to make some long lasting relationships. Pretty soon it will feel like home away from home. Whether you want to learn more about Hispanic cultures or just de-stress, we look forward to seeing you at HSA.”
Black Student Association is a community where students can participate in social events and leadership experiences, and thus engage in the broader UNK community.
Black Student Association meets every Wednesday in the Office for Intercultural Engagement and Leadership at 7:00PM
PRISM strives for education and awareness of the LGBTQIA+ community on and off campus.
PRISM meets every Thursday in the Office for Intercultural Engagement and Leadership at 6:00PM.
GSA wants to spread cultural awareness through education. GSA has a commitment to elevate the conversation about different cultures through education and programming.
Global Student Association meets every Thursday in the Office for Intercultural Engagement and Leadership at 5:00PM
The mission of African Student Union (ASU) is to promote interaction among all students of African origins, affiliations with all African nations and among students interested in African affairs.
African Student Union meets every other Thursday at 7pm in the Office for Intercultural Engagement & Leadership (NSU 106).
United In Dance’s mission is to showcase the music and folkloric dances of different Latin American countries in order to rouse awareness of the artistic beauty and interconnectedness of Latino folklore. Their goal is to educate about Latin American culture through the “lens” of the performing arts.
United In Dance meets every Monday at 7pm in the Office for Intercultural Engagement & Leadership (NSU 106)
The First Nations Student Association (FNSA) of the University of Nebraska at Kearney is committed to the success of Indigenous and original peoples at the University and in the Kearney community.
First Nations Student Association meets every other Tuesday at 6pm in the Office for Intercultural Engagement & Leadership (NSU 106)
The Intercultural Scholars and Leaders Community provides opportunities for first time freshmen and transfer students to join a vibrant learning community that provides a roadmap to success while at UNK. Being a member of the community includes personal development coaching, academic success mentoring, as well as professional development and civic engagement opportunities.
To become part of the Intercultural Scholars and Leaders Community, applicants must be admitted to UNK and complete the scholarship application by March 1.
