Topic: faculty/staff profiles

A woman leans on a cubicle wall
People | November 29, 2021

The Cannon Survey Center's data and operations manager grew up rural – very rural.

A man sits in front of a whiteboard holding an acoustic guitar
People | November 22, 2021

Assistant professor-in-residence makes engineering students understand physics just as smoothly as he makes the six-string wail.

A man looks at a bank of eight computer monitors
People | November 1, 2021

Current student and full-time dispatcher is the first line of defense when people call University Police Services.

woman posing outdoors
People | October 25, 2021

This web specialist made a seamless transition from UNLV student to UNLV employee.

Jamil Johnson headshot
People | October 18, 2021

Education professor explores the Black male experience in higher ed, talks about the importance of mentorship, and thanks you for being a friend.

A man smiles next to a whiteboard
People | October 11, 2021

The gaming historian takes on a new challenge as UNLV's ombuds, where he's ready to resolve conflicts, settle disputes, and play a few board games during Ombuds Week.

A woman is seated next to a globe
People | October 4, 2021

The Graduate College's executive director of leadership, professional, and career development didn't know what she wanted to be when she grew up, but found the perfect landing spot at UNLV.

A close up of a man surrounded by stuffed animals
People | September 27, 2021

Nursing professor and mental health advocate talks about the importance of treating root causes of mental health instead of pushing patients through the system.

A woman sits on a fur rug, surrounded by plants
People | September 20, 2021

The Honors College professor energizes students to consider life’s big questions from diverse perspectives. 

A woman sits in front of a wall of posters.
People | September 13, 2021

Interim director of student diversity & social justice reflects on making students heard, making room for all perspectives, and her Las Vegas ties.

A woman in a gown gestures at a stack of books
People | August 24, 2021

Competitive ballroom dancer and law professor masters the waltz, tango, rumba and ethics.

A woman holds up a Lego version of the Las Vegas Strip
People | August 16, 2021

The hospitality professor talks bringing buffets back to the Strip, the 'aha!' moment for students, and appearing on 'Jeopardy!'