News: Department of English

woman in office
People |

Known for pushing the envelope and for being ahead of the curve, English professor and pop culture advocate Felicia Campbell joined the UNLV faculty in 1962.

portrait of Matthew Montalto, Admissions Analyst, Graduate College. 
People |

It may not be the theater Matthew Montalto once dreamed of working in, but the admissions analyst loves his job at the UNLV Graduate College.

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Arts and Culture |

English professor Claudia Keelan's poem finds a graduating class in the midst of perhaps the most unusual circumstances surrounding commencement in UNLV history.

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Campus News |

As instruction moves online, educators and students adapt

Alice Hasings standing next to a cactus
People |

The Honors College’s new academic advisor dishes on remote work, flying pizza, and making strong connections on campus.

John Bowers poses in front of a bookshelf.
People |

The longtime English professor says teaching Tolkien at UNLV helped him make his greatest literary discovery.

A man in  a blue shirt stands behind a chair.
People |

College of Liberal Arts Alumnus of the Year Greg Morris stays active in university activities, and sent two of his sons to the School of Law.

Hanna Andrews holding books in front of the Academic Success Center
People |

She is inspired by the goals, values, and dreams of her students at the Academic Success Center.

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People |

Her love of books continually drew Alumna of the Year Beverly Rogers back to UNLV as both a student and donor.

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Arts and Culture |

From works providing context for today's political issues to the unexpected inspiration of sheep, Black Mountain Institute staff offer their recommendations.

Steven Sexton, assistant professor of English
People |

This assistant professor of English pursued varied academic interests but found his purpose studying the stories of indigenous peoples.

Karsyn Wilson sitting on stage in an empty theater.
Research |

Through interviews and writing, this Research & Creative Honors Program participant discovered how storytelling empowers marginalized groups.