Beyond the Book: How Stories Help Shape Future Physicians
Katie Houk builds a medical humanities collection that gives students at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine space to reflect, create, and better understand the people they will care for.
Climate change is getting worse in Nevada. Why did Democrats stop talking about it?
Discussion of climate change surged in the 2010s, then dipped. When Democrats talk about the environment now, it’s mostly in the context of affordability.
The Dental Medicine Alumnus of the Year founded UNLV’s veterans dental clinic to expand access to care while teaching dental students the value of service.
Building the Pipeline for Better Healthcare: Matthew Cova
The Public Health Alumnus of the Year addressed critical need by spearheading the first accredited, hospital-based paramedic training program in Las Vegas.
The Nursing Alumni of the Year met at UNLV and have since built distinct careers in patient care and behavioral health leadership while raising their family in Las Vegas.
The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine Alumnus of the Year left biotechnology to join UNLV’s charter class. Now he's teaching the next generation of physicians.
Yutaka Saho Is Rewriting the Playbook for Sports Safety
The Integrated Health Sciences Alumnus of the Year has built an international career in sports medicine and safety, working with Japan’s Olympic teams and World Baseball Classic tournaments.
Dr. Sonal Shah (Dental) has accepted appointments to two national committees. First, the American Dental Education Association’s Advisory Council, which directly reports to the board of directors about dental educational trends and CE programming. Second, the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology’s Strategic Planning Committee,…
Ph.D. student Alexis Rice (Psychological and Brain Sciences program) presented her research at the American Psychological Association Convention in Washington, D.C. Representing UNLV on a national stage, Rice presented “Hypervigilance as a Social Response to Identity-Based Threat,” highlighting her research on hypervigilance and identity-based…
Ph.D. student Alexis Rice (Psychological and Brain Sciences program) has been selected as a mentor and scholarship recipient for the Grad Rebel Advantage Program for the 2026–27 academic year.
Through the program, Rice will mentor a cohort of 11 UNLV students as they navigate the graduate school application process, providing guidance on exploring…
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