Topic: faculty/staff

Emily Kientzel surrounded by Rebel swag
People | April 6, 2026

IGS' sales and promotions representative is here to make your customer service experience easy, efficient, and just a little more colorful.

Virginia Smercina stands at entrance of Graduate Commons
People | March 30, 2026

The soon-to-be two-time UNLV alumna is helping graduate students find their voice and advocate for themselves.

Amanda Morgan surrounded by STD stuffies holding a sign, "Where do I come from?"
People | March 23, 2026

The UNLV alumna-turned-professor has taught thousands of students about their bodies and how to keep themselves safe.

Eric Chronister
People | March 19, 2026

From early influences to defining academic choices, the College of Sciences dean's nonlinear journey highlights the power of mentorship.

woman in front of CAEO office in photo framed by photo collage of her time at UNLV
People | March 16, 2026

The AVP for retention and outreach at UNLV’s Center for Academic Enrichment and Outreach reflects on how her immigrant experience shaped a career supporting student success.

photo portrait of Frances Young
People | March 12, 2026

Frances Young, a UNLV social work alumna and lecturer, turned her own postpartum struggles into a mission to expand mental health support for new parents.

Tony Ferrar climbing at Red Rock Canyon
People | March 9, 2026

The engineer-turned-rock climber approaches challenges with optimism and a ‘make it happen’ attitude.

colorful mural featuring elements of Las Vegas
Campus News | March 3, 2026

Mural and leadership course pay homage to women who have elevated the hospitality industry while acknowledging the challenges that remain.

man leaning against table in front of TV screen and wall that reads Dreamscape Learn
People | March 2, 2026

This audiovisual specialist brought fun shirts and award-winning TV production experience to his job building technology spaces for Rebels.