UNLV Newsmakers 2020: August
Political Science Major Su-Hanah Andrews studies on the 2nd floor of Hospitality Hall
Campus News |
UNLV takes on another school semester with precaution and discovery.
If You Want Something Done Well, Do It Yourself
A woman stands with her hands resting on a chair.
People |
As the owner of a marketing business, Lee Business School Alumna of the Year Gina Bongiovi couldn't find a lawyer who could give affordable advice for her business. So she stepped in to fill the void.
We’re Talking About Racism
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Campus News |
Educational series explores issues on race and seeks solutions for a more inclusive society.
The (Remote) Interview: Deana Waddell
Deana Waddell with kids playing in a pool in the background.
People |
Working from home has helped the web & digital strategy director balance the added demands at work with remote learning for her kids.
An Impatient Doer: Joy McKenna
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People |
Seeing opportunities to meet needs during the COVID-19 crisis, the 2020 summer Ph.D. graduate stepped in to help. 
UNLV Hospitality College To Establish Nation’s First Academic Program in Fast-Casual Restaurant Management
Students walking outdoors with Hospitality Hall in background
Campus News |
College receives $5 million gift from Panda Express co-founders Andrew and Peggy Cherng to support new program in rapidly growing field.
Classroom Shuffle Means Classes Don't Miss a Beat
Theater students practice on stage
Campus News |
Some courses find themselves in unfamiliar environments as the logistics of social distancing require in-person classes get creative with their spaces.
MFA Students Present "Unshelved" at the West Sahara Library
Homero Hidalgo ghost dog artwork
Arts and Culture |
UNLV graduate art students take “library” as their prompt in the upcoming group exhibition on display through Nov. 29.
Child Abuse and COVID-19
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Business and Community |
UNLV child advocacy expert Amanda Haboush-Deloye examines the pandemic’s impact on abused youth, and how medical professionals and others can help reverse the trend in unreported cases.
Challenge Accepted
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People |
Coming to UNLV at a most unusual time, President Keith E. Whitfield remains undaunted and ready to make his mark as a Rebel.
Med School Student Serves as Lead Author of Alzheimer’s Research Article
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People |
Justin Bauzon and co-authors explore potential effectiveness of repurposing drugs to combat the degenerative disease.
As Calls for Social Justice Persist, UNLV Researchers Advocate for Multicultural Education
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Research |
College of Education professors Christine Clark and Norma A. Marrun reactivate center, examine absence of Ethnic Studies in schools and teacher education programs.