News: College of Liberal Arts

A 3D illustration of the human brain.
Research |

New research unveils the anterior cingulate cortex’s role in memory retrieval and potential implications for dementia treatment.

Michael and Gloria Flores
People |

Gloria Flores and her son, Michael, share a stage as they both earn degrees on the same day.

Steven Sexton, assistant professor of English
People |

This assistant professor of English pursued varied academic interests but found his purpose studying the stories of indigenous peoples.

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.

NEW Leadership cohort posing for group image on stairway
Business and Community |

Lauralyn Sandoval, vice president of new markets at Aristocrat Technologies, to address aspiring women leaders at June 6 event.

Decorated UNLV mortarboard with students in background
People |

UNLV president will highlight exceptional students at commencement who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

woman pictured outside
People |

Alumna realized she could influence elected officials — before she could even vote. Here's how you can too.

tree on hillside
Research |

Sociology doctoral student Nick Mac Murray studies activists working to change how America views and approaches the burials of their dearly departed.

A portrait of Noelle Lefforge outside on campus
People |

Noelle Lefforge helps a UNLV mental health clinic reach into rural Nevada while giving graduate students vital training.

award recipients
Campus News |

UNLV faculty and students honored with Service-Learning, Community-Based Research, Faculty/Staff Outreach, and Student Service awards.

book covers
Arts and Culture |

Books by UNLV professors deal with topics as disparate as Thai food and feminist-owned sex-toy stores and the impact both have had in the U.S.

woman in commencement gown and cap
People |

Here's why the one-time temp worker was snatched up full time within a month of stepping on campus.