UNLV Newsmakers 2022: August
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Campus News |
A roundup of prominent news stories highlighting university pride, research, and community collaboration.
Growing Connections in the Community Garden
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People |
Andie Davis brings the community together through the love of gardening.
Counseling Staff Expands to Meet Student Mental Health Needs
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Campus News |
Student Counseling and Psychological Services expansion will help end wait times and extend reach to Shadow Lane Campus.  
Students Living on Campus Ready for the College Adventure
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Campus News |
Move-in days welcome 1,500 Rebels to UNLV's residence halls.
UNLV Sees WiFi Blossom Outdoors
Twenty-five bollards with wireless access points were installed during the spring semester, extending WiFi coverage outdoors around the east and north malls.
Campus News |
New wireless access points planted around campus extend WiFi coverage outdoors around the east and north malls. 
The Interview: Kaiyang Wu
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People |
Inspired by UNLV's diverse student body, two-time alumnus drawn back to mentor the next generation of Rebels.
Creating Conversation Around Diversity and Racial Literacy
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People |
The Common Read program creates a shared experience for first-year students. 
Pediatrician Alerts Community About Polio, Need For Vaccinations
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People |
Assistant professor Josephine Sun offers expertise on the re-emergence of the polio virus and the importance of routine immunizations. 
The Race is On: Nevada is in the Driver’s Seat for Burgeoning Lithium Industry
Dr. Simon Jowitt, an associate professor in UNLV's College of Geoscience.
Business and Community |
UNLV economic geologist Simon Jowitt tells us about the future of lithium battery production, green energy, and how American self-sustainability hinges on Nevada.
UNLV/CSUN Preschool Teacher Named 2022 Early Educator of the Year
Carl Esteban
Campus News |
Nevada Department of Education honors pre-kindergarten teacher Carl “Mr. Carl” Esteban.
Tensions on the Taiwan Strait: Moving Forward by Looking Back
Sunset from the outskirts of Taipei, Taiwan. (Thomas Tucker)
Business and Community |
UNLV political science expert explains the history of the region, why the recent U.S. political visits anger China, and the influence of the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
Welcome Back, Rebels: Events Highlight Start of Fall 2022 Semester at UNLV
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Campus News |
Back-to-school events focus on UNLV campus traditions and student involvement.