Women's Council Spotlight
Our Spotlight stories highlight UNLV employees who have been recognized by fellow colleagues for working hard behind the scenes to support our students and campus community. If you would like to nominate someone for a featured Spotlight story, please complete the nomination form.
Meet Jenn Waters, Associate Director of Student Life Technology in Student Affairs. Her 17 years at UNLV have been fueled by professional and academic growth. She is motivated by her interactions with student workers and inspired by her supervisors Tell us about the work you do and your experience at UNLV? My journey at UNLV is a story of continuous professional and academic growth. I began as…
Maxine works as an Information Security Analyst in the Office of Information Technology and will serve as a new co-chair on the Health & Safety Task Force. Maxine is a longtime supporter of the Women's Council and has previously led workshops on online safety with the Health & Safety Task Force. She brings valuable experience and dedication to advancing a safe, supportive workplace for…
Meet Jenna Heath, Director of Student and Community Engagement for Liberal Arts and this month's Women's Council Spotlight. Jenna has worked for UNLV for ten years. She started in admissions, then transitioned to Career Services and most recently Liberal Arts. She enjoys working with undergraduate students and helping others to feel empowered. Read more about Jenna in her Spotlight…
Meet Shae Deschutter, Director of Student Success in the College of Engineering Shae started her career at UNLV working in the Office of the Registrar, the Office of Admissions, and Financial Aid & Scholarships. Her experience in these key areas served her well as she transitioned to the College of Engineering as their Interventional Advising Coordinator. In her advising role, Shae…
I started at UNLV as a preschooler when I was two-years old, and I am a proud 1986 graduate of the UNLV Preschool. As Director of Communications at the UNLV Greenspun College of Urban Affairs, I develop the editorial and marketing strategies for the college. In my role, I write about the college’s program, research, faculty, students, and staff. In addition, I work on media relations, social…
Meet Tiffany Schmier - car enthusiast and UNLV's Senior Associate Director of Advising for the Student and Academic Success unit. Tiffany's team helps students learn more about the many amazing majors, minors, and resources available at UNLV. She enjoys the community we have built on campus as well as working with individuals who have such a great passion about a wide variety of…
From the Big Top to the classroom, this aerial acrobat shares her passion for the circus and her dedication to teaching and researching organizational communication. Laura Martinez is an assistant professor in the Department of Communication Studies in the Greenspun College of Urban Affairs. She examines communication structures among organizational teams to better understand how identity…
Meet Liliana (Lily) Flores, an Administrative Assistant IV in Student-Athlete Academic Services who has been part of the UNLV community for seven years. Her journey on campus has been defined by collaboration, support, and a passion for impactful work. With a deep appreciation for the university’s culture and a strong sense of belonging, Lily finds inspiration in faith, determination, and…