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Business and Community |

New report by UNLV MGM Public Policy Institute examines a high school Career and Technical Education program to address pathways to middle class, increase job placement in hospitality sector.

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Research |

Arthur Soto-Vásquez, journalism and media studies professor, offers tips on media literacy.

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Arts and Culture |

This showcase of emerging artists will present work to challenge norms and reflect a complex world.

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Campus News |

About 3,500 students from 36 states and 49 countries eligible to participate in three ceremonies over course of two days at UNLV's Thomas & Mack Center.

UNLV Experts In The News

City Cast Las Vegas

Another summer, another Lake Mead update: And this year, it's not looking great. Our snowpack gains this winter were pretty dismal, and the National Weather Service recently even lowered their projections for Lake Powell, whose upstream levels affect Lake Mead's. In light of all this, we're bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with UNLV hydrology professor David Kreamer. The creation of Lake Mead was not without its costs — so was it worth it? And what happens if we use Lake Mead up?

Reuters

In the coming weeks, investors in nine public companies worth at least $1 billion each will vote on proposals to ditch Delaware as their place of incorporation, potentially denting the state's longtime reputation as Corporate America's capital, Reuters has found.

The Washington Times

Major cuts to public bus and rail services are looming in cities from New York to San Francisco, as combined route reductions and fare hikes suggest a post-pandemic “death spiral” in ridership and revenue.

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People |

A problem solver at heart, this tech expert finds fulfillment helping students overcome financial barriers.

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Campus News |

Art history major Izzy McClain on reconnecting with her family's past.

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Arts and Culture |

The May 23-24 event is intended for dancers, musicians, gymnasts, acrobats, coaches, and others interested in preventing performance-related injuries.

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People |

College of Fine Arts' Larry Henley is the lighting and stage aficionado who brings the ‘razzle dazzle’ to the big event.

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Campus News |

After 26 years, Edward Box III finally completed his hospitality degree. Now he's ready to pursue two missions: running a tribal casino and helping to steer youths from his reservation to his alma mater.

Recent Accomplishments

  On May 10, UNLV PRACTICE Institute of Mental & Behavioral Health launched its Institute’s Continuing Education (CE) program with the inaugural session of Science in Practice: A Treatment Skills Series, underscoring our commitment to being a leading mental health resource and disseminator of best practices. The institute welcomed…
Nachman Gutowski (Law) co-authored a new white paper titled, "Beyond NextGen UBE: A Blueprint for Michigan's Independent Bar Licensing Model."
Cameron Coleman (Teaching and Learning) was asked to serve as a Founding Board Member for Citizens of the World Charter Schools - Las Vegas.
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