KEARNEY, Neb., Aug. 5 -- The University of Nebraska Kearney issued the following news release:
KEARNEY - Angela K. (Suing) Wright has been selected as the 2026 UNK Gary Thomas Distinguished Music Alumna Award recipient.
She'll be honored 11:30 a.m. Oct. 2 during the 46th annual Distinguished Alumni Awards luncheon in the Gala Room at the Regional Engagement Center, 2204 University Drive. Tickets can be purchased atunkalumni.org/homecomingor by calling the UNK Alumni Association at 308-698-5271.
"Angela Wright's commitment to music education has positively influenced generations of students and fellow educators across Nebraska," said associate professor Beth Mattingly, chair of the UNK Department of Music, Theatre and Dance. "Her leadersh...