Connect, Engage, Grow.
The mission of the chapter is to build a strong relationship between UNLV and its Alumni and friends. This relationship is strengthened by active participation in the objectives of the Chapter to benefit the SIHS and UNLV through outreach, engagement, and philanthropy for the benefit of UNLV.
About Us
The School of Integrated Health Sciences (SIHS) Alumni Chapter received approval in October 2021. In the fall semester of 2020, a group of alumni met to discuss the possibility and requirements of forming a chapter. This group of alumni continued to meet during early 2021 and developed the Bylaws for the Chapter.
History
During the summer of 2021, we held our first election for the Board of Directors and approved the Bylaws. That first Board then wrote the Strategic Plan and completed the application process for full recognition from the UNLV Alumni Association.
The School of Integrated Health Sciences (SIHS) Alumni Chapter received approval in October 2021.
Board of Directors
Each Director serves a 2-year term, but the positions are staggered so that ½ of the Board rotates yearly. Therefore, the Chapter will have some Board elections each year. Any alumni member can be nominated for a Board position. The Board of Directors meets four times per year.
Mission and Objectives
The mission of the chapter is to build a strong relationship between UNLV and its Alumni and friends. This relationship is strengthened by active participation in the objectives of the Chapter to benefit the SIHS and UNLV through outreach, engagement, and philanthropy for the benefit of UNLV. There are currently 9 Objectives in the Bylaws that are designed to help the Chapter accomplish its mission.
Members
All graduates from any of the majors or programs sponsored by the School of Integrated Health Sciences formerly known as The School of Allied Health are automatically members of the Chapter. There are no dues to join. But there are three levels of membership: Alumni, Affiliate, and Honorary.
Chapter Meetings
Chapter meetings are held at least once per year, but the Board or the Chapter members can call other meetings. Chapter meetings can be held in-person, virtually, or a combination of both. Chapter meeting announcements are distributed through various print and electronic media in advance.
Bylaws
Chapter Members
President: Lanny Leroy
Lanny Leroy received his B.S. in Athletic Training from UNLV in 1987. Lanny continued his education and earned his M.Ed. in Athletic Training from the University of Virginia in 1988. He is currently on staff as the UNLV PEX Coordinator, where he administers and coordinates all physical activity classes.
Vice President: Earl Love, Jr.
Earl Love received his B.S in Nuclear Medicine Technology from UNLV in 1998. He currently works at Kaiser Permanente, in Richmond, California, as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
Treasury: Micah Kidd
Micah has a B.S. in Kinesiology from UNLV, is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA, and holds a Group Fitness Instructor certification through ACE. He is a U.S. Army veteran, having served as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Kidd’s recreational interests include training athletes and watching basketball. He likes to travel, fly RC airplanes/drones, and read—mostly non-fiction.
Secretary: Meghan Wonderling
Megan Wonderling received her B.S. in Athletic Training from UNLV in 2018. Megan is now a two time graduate of UNLV after recently completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy 2021
Member at Large: Michaela Goodwin
Michaela Goodwin graduated in 2020 with a B.S. in Kinesiology and Athletic Training. She is currently a licensed and board-certified athletic trainer that works here in Las Vegas. She looks forward to giving back and also maintaining a connection with the university and fellow graduates.
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Surveys
A chapter is only as strong as its volunteers. The chapter will sponsor or participate in various events throughout the year. However, your feedback is critically important in how we choose those events. Help your chapter to be the best it can be by taking a few minutes to complete our anonymous 10-question survey.
Chapter Happenings
Alumnus of the Year
Nominations are accepted during specific times of the year. A call for nominations will be announced to each college and school chapter. The SIHS Chapter will be the contact for all nominations for the School of Integrated Health Sciences formerly known as Allied Health.
For more information about previous award winners, visit the College Alumnus page.
Rebel Homecoming
Alumni are a vital part of the UNLV community and spirit. We enthusiastically welcome you back for Rebel Homecoming and invite you to join with students, faculty and staff, and the greater Las Vegas community in a week of celebration and campus traditions. The chapter typically needs assistance to prepare ahead of the event and folks who can donate time on the day of the festival. If this interests you, please contact us via email.
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The growth and development of your chapter is rooted in financial support. The greatest gift you can give other than your time would be a monetary contribution.
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