UNK Department of Criminal Justice

08/24/2026

Welcome Back Lopers!! We’re excited to see you all!!

09/10/2022

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AJ Faz started this week as our Fall Intern. AJ graduated from Kearney Public Schools High School in 2019. AJ is a senior University of Nebraska at Kearney UNK Department of Criminal.

AJ has been working at Menards for the last 3 years as a load builder. AJ loves soccer, hunting, day trading, and recently golf. AJ plans to apply with KPD as an officer after he graduates.

08/25/2022

From to ....Congratulations!

University of Nebraska at Kearney
UNK College of Arts and Sciences

08/18/2022

Congratulations to our Department Chair, Dr. Theresa Wadkins, on winning the prestigious Pratt-Heins Award for excellence in !

University of Nebraska at Kearney
UNK College of Arts and Sciences

06/21/2022

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Send your resume, cover letter, & unofficial transcript 📑 to Paul Hu at [email protected]

University of Nebraska at Kearney
UNK College of Arts and Sciences

06/12/2022

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06/06/2022

We are so proud of Emerson!

Please join us in welcoming our Summer 2022 Police Intern, Emerson Canales! Emerson is currently a Senior at the University of Nebraska at Kearney studying Criminal Justice UNK Department of Criminal Justice. Emerson will complete 340 hours with KPD, to include an in depth exposure to all facets of the department, community, and city government. Additionally, Emerson will complete and present a final project to the Chief of Police and Command Staff, which must have a positive impact on the community or operational efficiencies within the organization.

Emerson has a goal of a Law Enforcement career following graduation. Welcome to KPD and we wish you continued success in reaching your academic and career goals!

06/01/2022

☀️😎Happy June! 🩴🍉

UNK College of Arts and Sciences
University of Nebraska at Kearney

05/17/2022

📢Calling !📢

South Central Behavioral Services is looking for someone with knowledge of child development and interest in crisis intervention and family dynamics.

Apply at: scbsne.com/employment or call 402-463-5684 for more info.

UNK College of Arts and Sciences
University of Nebraska at Kearney

05/15/2022

On behalf of our entire organization, congratulations to all of the University of Nebraska at Kearney graduates! We have many UNK alumni serving our community at KPD, these are just a few past graduates. We wish you all the best as you enter the workforce, continue your education, start a business, or take a breather for the summer.

Just in case you’re interested in grabbing a front row seat to the best show on earth… We’re always looking for the best and brightest from UNK to join our team! https://joinkpd.com