Greenspun College of Urban Affairs News
The Greenspun College of Urban Affairs is committed to creating contemporary solutions for resilient communities. Our academic programs focus on making effective public policy, creating support structures to meet behavioral and mental health challenges, ensuring cities are safe and prepared to meet emergency situations, effective and ethical journalism, and interpersonal and public communication strategies.
Current Urban Affairs News
UNLV alumna Yvette Wintermute’s legacy of kindness and care continues through scholarships established by her twin sister, fellow alumna Yvonne Hicks.
Created in honor of longtime staff member, a new geoscience scholarship celebrates 50 years of change while helping the next generation of scientists.
UNLV Lifelong Learning brings alumni back as community educators in workforce development and personal enrichment courses.
A collection of top headlines featuring UNLV faculty and students.
The newest Rebel grads reflect on their time at UNLV and share what the future holds.
At the UNLV School of Social Work, this professional programs manager helps students navigate college through connection and mentorship.
Urban Affairs In The News
FOIA request reveals hiring gains, but one-third of trooper positions still unfilled.
As we grow, it’s natural for parasocial relationships to evolve; experts say the key is noticing whether the relationship still serves you, or if it’s replacing connections that could support you back.
Eight men from several states, including Nevada, were charged Thursday in connection with what authorities describe as a terror plot targeting the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House in June. Experts say plots like this are becoming more common as social media evolves and bad actors infiltrate online spaces.
Reno and Las Vegas are the two fastest-warming cities in the entire country. Tonight we take a look at what neighboring Arizona is doing to address similar heat challenges, and whether those steps can work in Nevada.
Southern Nevada is now home to nearly 9,000 people experiencing homelessness. That’s up from around 7,900 people counted in early 2024.
The Vegas Valley was experiencing extreme heat on Monday, leading Clark County to activate its cooling stations around town.
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