Articles by Pashtana Usufzy

Stress Happens: Here's a UNLV Class to Address It
New communication studies class builds coping and resilience skills.

Closing the Gaps and Building a Sense of Belonging
The biggest obstacle to student success often isn't a student's inate abilities. Here's how programs like Math Bridge and peer mentoring are helping.

Paving the Way to a Degree for Student Veterans
Social work student mentors help veterans transition to campus life and conquer new challenges in the classroom.

From Detour to Degree
After leaving college to enter the hospitality industry, Clay Hartley took advantage of a program through MGM Resorts International to finally earn his degree.

Making the Grind of Remote Learning Worth It
As UNLV plans for a fall semester with in-person classes, faculty reflect on the improvements they'll make thanks to their year with remote teaching.

Not Politics As Usual
New political science student organization builds membership by tapping into the need to connect.

Making Waves in Radio
Nontraditional student Vanessa McConnell forging a path to bring diversity to sports broadcasting.
Launching A Business Amid the Pandemic
Alumna puts communication, law degrees to work while co-founding new firm.

Unpacking How Media Influences Our Views on Racism
'We Need to Talk' discussion series continues. Tune into the next episode Oct. 29.