A student holding a textbook and facing a laptop
People |

From Deloitte to Wynn Resorts, alumni prove how Lee Business School turns education into career breakthroughs.

Ashley Pruitt graduates with a Doctorate of Public Policy at commencement.
People |

Alumna Ashley Pruitt credits Doctorate of Public Policy degree for teaching her how to reach legislators — and their constituents.

A view of Greenspun Hall at UNLV. In the background, the surrounding area of Las Vegas is visible, with mountains in the distance.
Campus News |

The Doctor of Public Policy prepares students to develop policy decisions for a growing state

SantaTV
Arts and Culture |

Film expert Adam Paul guides our sleigh through the winter wonderland of holiday movies, and explains why they stand out in cinema.

UNLV Experts In The News

Las Vegas Weekly

The puck is about to drop for a Tuesday evening Vegas Golden Knights game, and the Durango Casino and Resort parking lot is filling up quickly underneath the glow of a 130-foot-tall marquee promising $3 shots and beers. Inside, beyond the bustling baccarat tables, a longtime local named Patricia Moore adjusts her Vegas Golden Knights cap as her husband, John, places his bets.

Dengarden

It’s officially here: cold and flu season. As soon as those temperatures drop and we retreat more and more into our homes, the chance of transmitting these viruses increases. According to the American Lung Association, anywhere between five and 20 percent of people in the United States get the flu every year.

KUER 90.1

The ICE arrest of a youth soccer coach at his green card interview sparked headlines and protests in Salt Lake City. When KUER asked Immigration and Customs Enforcement why Jair Celis was arrested, the official statement was that he overstayed his visa. When The Salt Lake Tribune reported on his plight, ICE didn’t respond to their inquiries. Instead, they later got a response from Homeland Security on social media.

A pile of red graduation cords
Campus News |

Over 2,300 degree earners from 29 states and 37 countries eligible to participate in three ceremonies over course of two days.

An illustration that reads "20 Years of Black Mountain Institute"
Arts and Culture |

BMI’s literary fellows lead a season of free community events in Las Vegas.

Closeup of a graduation cap decorated with the phrase UNLV 2025
Campus News |

In longstanding tradition, UNLV president will recognize seven students whose academic and community achievements embody the Rebel spirit of the graduating class.

Denice Ichinoe, DO
People |

Dr. Denice Ichinoe was drawn to the family and community medicine residency program’s commitment to teaching residents and caring for underserved communities.

man inspecting pages of a book
Campus News |

Students learn how to judge a book by its cover.

Recent Accomplishments

The Women's Research Institute of Nevada hosted the inaugural meeting of the UNLV Gender & Sexuality Research Network on Dec. 11. The event brought together UNLV employees who engage in scholarship and other professional endeavors related to gender and sexuality. Please contact Rachael Robnett, director of the Women's Research Institute and…
David G. Schwartz (Ombuds) recently published a post on Informed Informality, his blog that considers people, organizations, conflict, and culture, among other things. The post explains why asking "What would you do?" is rarely helpful and often harmful, and instead suggests four questions that can lead to better outcomes.   
Barbara Lewis (Public Health) was at the Institute of Healthcare Improvement Forum displaying her poster titled, "Start a Patient and Family Advisory Council - Improve Safety, Save Money, and Boost HCAHPS."
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