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Arts and Culture |

The season-opening program features a cinematic work inspired by the composer’s travels and a guest performance by Pinecrest Academy Sloan Canyon.

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People |

UNLV sociologist examines the often-overlooked population in trailblazing book.

John Ferrin
People |

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.

Matthew Cova
People |

The Public Health Alumnus of the Year addressed critical need by spearheading the first accredited, hospital-based paramedic training program in Las Vegas.

UNLV Experts In The News

The Nevada Independent

As candidates for governor point to different statistics, actual economists say the full picture on the economy is more complicated.

The Nevada Independent

Nevada’s Consumer Protection Bureau finds itself arguing against a utility billing change designed to better balance costs — something it has long supported.

The Nevada Independent

Nevada’s Consumer Protection Bureau finds itself arguing against a utility billing change designed to better balance costs — something it has long supported.

Nathania and Russ Park
People |

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.

Eric R. McClintock
People |

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
People |

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.

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Research |

UNLV among select group of universities with high research output identified for potential to “unleash innovation” and create economic impact.

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Campus News |

Center has grown to provide thousands of students annually with everything from extra testing time to assistive technology.

Recent Accomplishments

John Hay (English) published an essay titled “On ‘Derek,’ Captain Ahab’s Evil Half Brother” in The Paris Review. This piece draws attention to the centennial of The Sea Beast (1926), the first film adaptation of Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick.
Katie Singsank (Psychology), a clinical psychology doctoral student, was selected as one of four graduate students nationally for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s 2026 Psychology Student Mentorship Program. The program provides specialized training in the neuropsychological care of individuals with multiple sclerosis, with an emphasis on…
Frank Fritz (Law) was quoted in a Las Vegas Review-Journal investigation, "A Fatal Forecast: As Deaths Skyrocket, Extreme Heat Enters Southern Nevada Courtrooms," by Alan Halaly and Katelyn Newberg, published Aug. 27, 2026. The article examines an emerging legal trend in which families sue companies, including landlords, tour operators, and oil…
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