Tyler Ellyson University of Nebraska at Kearney

UNK, UNMC students provide medical care in Peru

The experience in South America showed the students that the goal of their care was the same: Help patients as best you can.

Sep 3, 2024

UNK student Kennady Schmidt works with a family during a medical outreach trip to Peru. Students assisted at six mobile medical clinics during their two-week stay. (Courtesy photo)

UNK, UNMC celebrate future of health care education during beam-raising ceremony

Dr. Gold: The Rural Health Education Building sends a ‘powerful message’ to students who want to live and work in rural communities.

Apr 2, 2024

The final structural beam for the new Rural Health Education Building is placed Monday morning during a ceremony at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.

UNK-UNMC Rural Health Complex named for Chancellor Kristensen

The honor recognizes Kristensen’s role as a champion in building the health sciences workforce across greater Nebraska.

Dec 4, 2023

The Rural Health Education Building is targeted for completion in late 2025 with occupancy in early 2026.