News: Department of Interdisciplinary, Gender, and Ethnic Studies

A portrait of U.N.L.V.'s new president Keith Whitfield on campus.
Campus News |

As summer heats up, so do the accomplishments on UNLV’s campus.

A U.N.L.V. banner on campus.
Campus News |

A collection of news stories featuring the people and programs of UNLV.

Hands of white and black people being raised in the air at a protest.
Research |

UNLV African American and African Diaspora Studies professor Tyler D. Parry on the effectiveness of protesting to enact social change.

man in graduate cap and gown pictured outdoors
Business and Community |

MGM College Opportunity program helps workers like Henry Melton complete their degrees and expand the skills they bring to their jobs.

Protest signs read "Defund Police" and "Abolish Police"
Research |

As more municipalities weigh the future of their police departments, UNLV professors explain what these movements mean and how they would work.

illustration of gas pump with bats flying around
Research |

Social media may have changed the medium, but the stories are often the same as people process the uncertainty and fear of pandemics.

woman posing outdoors
People |

This mom of three has a heart for helping students and cherishing every moment with her kids.

Mia Bell coaching players before game.
People |

Mia Bell on her greatest moments as a player, and now assistant coach, for the Lady Rebels.

A woman sits at a desk in a dark room
Campus News |

MGM College Opportunity Program at UNLV offers a flexible and affordable way for the company's employees to complete their degrees.

A man sits smiling at a restaurant table.
Arts and Culture |

A new book explores what Thai food in America can tell us about the people cooking it and the people consuming it.

commencement cap saying "1st Gen Chin Cona Momo Mi Madre"
Campus News |

Check out the exhibit at Lied Library to see what messages Latinx students have conveyed at commencement in recent years.

Karsyn Wilson sitting on stage in an empty theater.
Research |

Through interviews and writing, this Research & Creative Honors Program participant discovered how storytelling empowers marginalized groups.