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The Course: Economics of Sport and Entertainment
When stadiums, Super Bowls, Swifties, and superfans become your case studies.
The Interview: Aparna Polavarapu
The co-director of the Saltman Center for Conflict Resolution weaves law and storytelling to achieve institutional change.
How Much Protein Do You Really Need? UNLV Expert Sorts Through the Mixed Messages
UNLV nutrition professor Sara Rosenkranz on choosing your proteins and what to do about those new federal guidelines.
Mind the Gap: How the Gender Imbalance Contributes to Nevada's Health and Education Shortages
UNLV researchers offer solutions for bringing more men into healthcare, social services, and early-grade teaching fields.
Rebel Alums: Man Up! Choosing Work in Female-Dominated Fields Isn't ‘Soft'
UNLV grads are ignoring stereotypes and uncovering the rewards of these vital healthcare and education roles.
From the Classroom to China
The Sands Institute for Chinese Language and Culture expands global learning opportunities.
Barrick Museum Hosts Filipino Celebration Event 'Sining at Sayaw: Dancing and Discussion'
On Nov. 22, enjoy a live dance performance, a conversation about art and dance, and more as we celebrate 'Dancing Shoes,' an artwork by Los Angeles-based artist Michael Rippens.
UNLV Steps Up to Feed Southern Nevada Community Amid Potential Cuts to SNAP
UNLV and Three Square Food Bank are partnering to distribute donated food to local families and individuals in need.
Mariachi at UNLV Inspires the Next Generation of Musicians
The groundbreaking minor celebrates culture, trains musicians, and fills a growing demand in music classrooms.
UNLV Names Inaugural Director of Sands Institute for Chinese Language and Culture
Huajing Maske will lead the institute in promoting intercultural exchange, Mandarin language learning, and Chinese cultural understanding.
What's the Tea on the Coffee vs. Tea Rivalry?
UNLV Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences professors debate the health perks of drinking two of the world's favorite beverages.
The Life of Showgirl Through UNLV Special Collections
Costume sketches, photos, programs, and rare materials showcase the dazzling history of Las Vegas showgirls.
Well Suited to the Story: How Costume Shapes Every Character
Step into the visual world of ‘Hedda Gabler,’ the opening production of the Nevada Conservatory Theatre's 25th season.
UNLV Hosts Fall 2025 Brookings Mountain West Visiting Scholars
Scholars bring their expertise in American politics, workforce development, financial regulation, federal assistance programs, college access, and community-based planning.
The Interview: Amy Reed-Sandoval
Kids and everyday people make the best philosophers, according to professor Amy Reed-Sandoval.
Curious About the World? Check Out This Fall's University Forum Lectures
The College of Liberal Arts series connects the campus and community with experts who explore issues and the power of ideas.
Even Strip Malls Have Character, and Characters
While unremarkable in style, the now-destroyed University Gardens plaza offered some beloved businesses to the neighborhood over the years.
UNLV Libraries Acquire Groundbreaking Sex Work Activism Archive
The Norma Jean Almodovar Papers document decades of advocacy and expand UNLV’s collecting initiative on sexual entertainment and economies.