UNLV Newsmakers 2024: February
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Campus News |
A collection of news stories and highlights featuring UNLV students and faculty.
Ombuds Office Offers Confidential Services for UNLV Employees
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People |
Ombuds David G. Schwartz provides a safe space for hearing your workplace concerns.
A 'Cornerstone for Their Whole Life'
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Campus News |
Even before the trauma of Dec. 6, students reported high levels of stress. Here’s why UNLV has expanded its resources to support mental wellness.
Movement Is Key to Supporting Adults with Down Syndrome
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Research |
UNLV professor Thessa Hilgenkamp addresses the unique anatomy in adults with Down syndrome that makes being active more challenging.
Establishing Trust Is First Order of Business for New CFO
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People |
Casey Wyman draws from the knowledge he gained during his many years of military service in his role as Business Affairs' VP and chief financial officer.
CFA Announces 2nd Annual Pamela Phillips Oland Excellence in the Art of Writing Lyrics Award
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Arts and Culture |
The winner receives $5,000 and is invited to work with College of Fine Arts students in the fall.
'Arts in the Center' Begins with the Joe Williams Quintet Feb. 28
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Arts and Culture |
The premiere of this vibrant new arts series brings together a combination of talent, creativity, and passion for jazz
The Emotional Aftereffects of Trauma on Communities
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Research |
Six years after examining the fallout from the 1 October shooting, UNLV psychology professor Stephen Benning is studying the Dec. 6 shooting. 
UNLV Student Composers Premiere New Work with Nevada Ballet Theatre March 7-10
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Arts and Culture |
Each composer wrote a 10-minute ballet and communicated with their Nevada Ballet Theatre choreographers throughout the process to bring the vision to life.
UNLV Chamber Music Society Presents 'Bookends II, featuring Bill Bernatis' March 7
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Arts and Culture |
All students with a valid Rebel Card may receive one free ticket an hour before this and future Chamber Music Series performances.
Award-winning UNLV Opera presents Rossini’s 'Le Comte Ory' March 8-9
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Arts and Culture |
This UNLV Opera production of Le Comte Ory is a collaboration with the UNLV Department of Theatre/Nevada Conservatory Theatre.
The Interview: Kim Shamley
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People |
The senior human resources business partner brings expertise from years as a consultant to her new role with Student Affairs and Human Resources.