Women's Research Institute of Nevada

Celebrating 24 Years

Improving the Lives of Women through Research and Education

Remembering a Fierce Leader: UNLV President Emerita Carol C. Harter

Three women standing together, one of which is Carol Harter. The three women are smiling at the camera and a box at the top right corner of the image reads "The Women's Research Institute of Nevada"

"As we mourn the loss of a visionary leader we recount the numerous ways in which Carol C. Harter promoted women’s leadership. She provided a strong voice of support for the newly-created Women’s Research Institute of Nevada in the late 1990s and continued to advocate for our programs throughout her tenure. As our 2004 NEW Leadership Keynote speaker she inspired young women from across Nevada with her words of wisdom and inspiration. She will be missed!"
Dr. Caryll Batt Dziedziak, Director Women’s Research Institute of Nevada

"Dr. Harter's Keynote speech opened my eyes as to what makes a truly effective female leader. She delineated the steps to create a team, and greatness. I especially enjoyed her thoughts on being a visionary without imposing a vision."
2004 NEW Leadership NV Student Alum

About WRIN

WRIN operates as an administrative unit located in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. In operation since 1999, WRIN continues to develop innovative research, education, and outreach programs in support of women.

Director's Message Staff Advisory Board Statement On Racial Justice

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First pilot program west of Mississippi hosting National Education for Women’s Leadership

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Celebrating 24 years as an institute in Nevada

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Increased student confidence to create change from 50% to 79%

Improving the Lives of Women Through Research and Education

Discovery

To produce and promote scholarly work that yields new insights into the lives of experiences of women.

Integration

To recognize the importance of bringing women leaders from different disciplines to instruct, interact, and mentor college women.

Application

To teach and mentor women to solve problems in the real world.

MAKERS: Women in Nevada History

MAKERS: Women in Nevada History is a co-production of WRIN and VegasPBS.

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National Education for Women’s Leadership Nevada

NEW Leadership Nevada is a week-long summer program that has gone virtual to continue to educate anyone who aspires to be a woman leader.

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Barbara Agonia Empowerment Scholarship

The Women's Research Institute of Nevada (WRIN) honors the life of Barbara Agonia. Barbara was the first chair of our Community Advisory Council back in 2000. She was a leader among women who led with conviction and compassion. We honor her legacy.The Women's Research Institute of Nevada (WRIN) and CSUN have teamed up to provide (4) $2,000 scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year to recognize undergraduate students who work to create and/or support initiatives that empower women and/or girls. The application is simple and online. You can apply yourself or nominate a friend.

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Veterans' Voices

Veterans’ Voices: We’re Listening is an oral history collaborative at UNLV that is jointly administered by the Women’s Research Institute of Nevada and the Military and Veteran Services Center.

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Upcoming Events

Oct 25: Going the Extra Aisle: The History, Psychology, and Marketing of Nevada Marriages

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Newsletter

Women's Research Institute of Nevada Newsletters have evolved over the course of the institute's growth. Previous newsletters were published seasonally, then annually. Current newsletters are published quarterly.

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Alumni Form

Women's Research Institute of Nevada is interested and invested in staying connected with NEW Leadership Alum to strengthen support and friendships in our growing careers and professional endeavors. Please fill our form to fill our Alumni Directory.

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