Collage of CE Award winners

2021 Community Engagement Awards

UNLV recognizes individuals for their exceptional work in community engagement activities.

In This Series

Addressing Racialized Bias in Schools During Time of Unrest
woman presenting
Campus News | April 21, 2021

Community-Based Research 2021 Award recipient Patrice Leverett’s research equips teachers with skills to address discipline in ways that mitigate bias.

A Passion for Service, A Love for Animals
woman with Black Labrador wearing service animal vest
Campus News | April 21, 2021

Student Service 2021 Award recipient Ayla Gelsinger helps those recovering from PTSD through her work with Silver State Service Dogs.

The Value of a Chance Encounter
man posing
Campus News | April 21, 2021

Faculty/Staff Service 2021 Award recipient John Starkey “made all the difference” for Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada as they sought to promote volunteerism and spread the word.

Stepping On and Stepping Up to Solve a Dangerous Problem
woman posing with two physical therapists working behind her
Campus News | April 21, 2021

Service-Learning Award recipient Jennifer Nash partners with community agency to provide opportunities for students while addressing fall risks for older adults.

Topics:

awards, experiential learning, community partnerships

Campus Units:

Lee Business School,  Department of Counselor Education, School Psychology, and Human Services,  College of Education,  School of Integrated Health Sciences,  College of Liberal Arts,  Department of Physical Therapy,  Greenspun College of Urban Affairs,  Office of Community Engagement,  Service Learning & Leadership

Related News:

A Passion for Service, A Love for Animals, Stepping On and Stepping Up to Solve a Dangerous Problem, Addressing Racialized Bias in Schools During Time of Unrest, The Value of a Chance Encounter

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