MEGAN ADKINS SELECTED AS DEAN OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND ACADEMIC INNOVATION AT UNK

KEARNEY, Neb., July 2 -- The University of Nebraska Kearney issued the following news release:

KEARNEY - After serving as interim dean since August 2025, Megan Adkins has been selected as dean of Graduate Studies and Academic Innovation at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.

The appointment is pending approval from the University of Nebraska Board of Regents.

"Megan brings significant experience in graduate education, online learning and academic innovation," said Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Julie Shaffer. "Graduate education and online learning are important components of UNK's mission, and her familiarity with the division and understanding of its priorities will help us continue expanding opportunities for students....