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The Interview: Gloribert Roque-Melendez
After years of building a career at a large accounting firm, Gloribert Roque-Melendez planned an early retirement. Guest lecturing at UNLV gave her an unexpected reason to change course.
Why Emotional Wellness Matters: A Journalism Grad’s Perspective
Ryan Brunty, creator of the online shop Depressed Monsters, is a keynote speaker for the incoming class at Rebel Ready Week on Aug. 18.
From a COVID-Era Student to Occupational Therapy Instructor at UNLV
Kayla Ford was among the first students in the university's OT program. Now she teaches mental health-related courses in the School of Integrated Health Sciences.
Now That’s What I Call A Career! (Vol. 26: Summer Internships)
UNLV students set the tone for their post-grad futures through internship experiences across the country.
Building Up the Valley’s Learners, One UNLV Construction Project at a Time
From the newly expanded preschool to the Advanced Engineering Building, alum Branden Brumble has led efforts that are reshaping campus spaces.
Rafael Oganesyan Helps Students Turn Research Into Opportunity
The 2026 Administrative Faculty of the Year for Student Service Excellence on his UNLV career — from a high schooler quietly earning college credit to director of the Office of Undergraduate Research.
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