News: College of Liberal Arts

Cemetary with sign that reads 'Tonopah Cememtary 1901-1911.'
Arts and Culture |

Historic preservation group calls for action to sustain survival of 11 Silver State treasures.

Poster with "We Need to Talk" written with black marker on white poster
Business and Community |

“We Need to Talk” series resumes in-person Nov. 3 with a focus on the Asian American community’s positive impact in Nevada and ways to combat anti-Asian hate.

A man sits in a chair holding a menu
People |

College of Liberal Arts Alumnus of the Year Josh Molina draws on his UNLV psych background in his role as a restaurateur.

MRI scan of a brain with Alzheimer's disease.
Research |

Study, published this month in Communications Biology, reveals that chronic hyperglycemia impairs memory.

Kid with backpack and mask
Research |

Psychology professor Chris Kearney says refocusing on basic skills will help get schoolchildren get back on track.

A caricature of the chaotic Treaty of Lausanne negotiating table.
Research |

UNLV historian Michelle Tusan's contribution to The Lausanne Project helps to build a better understanding of the First World War as a conflict that didn't really end until 1923.

A hiker enjoys the desert around the Falling Man petroglyph area in the Gold Butte region Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016.
Campus News |

UNLV Mountain Club serves as a vehicle for student growth in an outdoor setting.

flag emblazoned with Tokyo 2020 and Olympic rings
Arts and Culture |

UNLV sports history expert Kendra Gage’s class on Olympics explores historical, modern collisions between sport and social issues of the time.

Man sitting on couch.
People |

This M.D.-Ph.D. finds his career sweet spot collaborating with diverse stakeholders to address community mental health issues of multi-identity minorities.

A man gestures while on stage
Campus News |

Associate professor Mark Padoongpatt will tackle the history of and rise in anti-Asian sentiment and violence in a special episode of 'We Need to Talk.'

Television screens showing "We Need to Talk" panelists in a studio
Business and Community |

University's "We Need to Talk" virtual discussion series returns May 27.

Graduates seated in red caps and gown during a previous UNLV commencement
People |

An enduring commencement tradition continues this spring as UNLV president honors seven outstanding students who exemplify the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.