Nicole Rupersburg
Communications Associate - Division of Research and Economic Development
Nicole Rupersburg is the Communications Associate for the Division of Research and Economic Development. She comes to UNLV after working more than a decade as a freelance journalist, during which time she covered a wide range of topics including business and economic development, urban leadership, entrepreneurship, arts and culture, and food and travel. She is also experienced in marketing, social media management, and event organization. When she's not on campus, she's usually out hiking in Red Rock.
Articles by Nicole Rupersburg

Research | July 23, 2019
Change From Within: Empowering the Undocumented
New research reveals how undocumented students pursue justice and joy at the nation’s most diverse campus.

Research | June 7, 2019
Social Media for Mobilization
UNLV sociology doctoral students study how two politically polarized activist groups use social media to organize and impact legislation.

People | May 6, 2019
The Interview: Diana Moreno
The longtime small business advisor brings her expertise and enthusiasm for entrepreneurship to fast-growing Las Vegas.

Research | May 2, 2019
Returning to the Earth
Sociology doctoral student Nick Mac Murray studies activists working to change how America views and approaches the burials of their dearly departed.

People | March 19, 2019
Choosing the Practical to Prosper
Drew Brunson’s decision to attend UNLV’s hands-on MBA program led to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for an esports career.

Business and Community | January 11, 2019
Concept for Converting Radio Waves to Energy Earns Top Prize at Media Innovation Hackathon
Inaugural hackathon offered UNLV students unique opportunity to generate innovative commercial products; winner announced during CES 2019 in Las Vegas.

People | December 6, 2018
Advice for Turning a Bust Back to Boom: Venture Forth
Two-time UNLV alumnus Andrew Baca has done a little bit of everything in his career … except let setbacks stand in the way.

People | November 1, 2018
One Small Step for Degree, One Giant Leap for Career
A simple degree upgrade led graphic designer Orlando Bustos to an internship with NASA and a job with Arcata Associates.

Research | October 3, 2018
Practice Makes Progress
A national study on simulation training is changing how obstetrics and gynecology practitioners learn to perform surgeries.