News: Department of World Languages and Cultures

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Campus News |

From artful storytelling to belly dance, a study abroad fair to global Thanksgiving feast, this year’s International Education Week will infuse campus with extra flair and flavor.

A red banner with the UNLV logo. Above, a plane flies.
Campus News |

The initiative serves as the university’s central hub for international programs and initiatives.

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Campus News |

The Sands Institute for Chinese Language and Culture expands global learning opportunities.

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Campus News |

The launch of the Sands Institute for Chinese Language and Culture marks a significant step in strengthening UNLV's global engagement in an interconnected world.

An RA poses in front of the World Languages themed residence hall.
Campus News |

New and revamped student housing theme floors connect students to faculty, campus resources, and each other.

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Campus News |

As plans for a permanent memorial garden take shape, community-driven projects offer a way for students and faculty to reckon with loss.

students hold framed photos of professors lost on Dec. 6
Campus News |

Inaugural scholarships recipients share their appreciation for Naoko Takemaru, Jerry Cha-Jan Change, and Patricia Navarro Velez.

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UNLV History |

Faculty/staff donations to the annual holiday card tree fund have been providing scholarships for over 50 years.

Physical therapist Juan Gutierrez poses with his arms folded in an empty hospital room
People |

Inspired by another UNLV grad, Juan Gutierrez Jr. focuses his career on helping others through physical therapy. He's now the School of Integrated Health Sciences' Alumnus of the Year.

mourners laying flowers in front of photos at vigil
Campus News |

A vigil honored Patricia Navarro Velez, Jerry Cha-Jan Chang, and Naoko Takemaru, who were killed in a campus shooting Dec. 6.

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Campus News |

The Japanese studies professor inspired students with her high standards and kind approach.

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Campus News |

Community support will fund future scholarships in accounting, information systems, and Japanese studies.