KEARNEY, Neb., May 4 -- The University of Nebraska Kearney issued the following news release:
By HEIDI KNAKE
UNK Communications
KEARNEY - Kailey Wilcox wants to make a difference in people's lives.
With a passion for mental health, the Indianola native will do just that when she earns her master's degree in clinical mental health counseling during Friday's spring commencement ceremony at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
Along with her upcoming graduation, Wilcox is celebrating another major achievement. She was recently named the 2026 Graduate Student of the Year by UNK Graduate Studies and Academic Innovation.
"I'm extremely grateful. To me, it reflects all of the time and energy that my excellent mentors and peers have investe...