UNLV Jazz Fall Festival Nov. 26-28
UNLV Jazz
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The festival features guest artist and renowned trumpeter Allen Vizzutti.
Art Department Hosts MFA Open Studios Dec. 7
Holly Lay Making Faces, Rug Hook Yarn
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Meet the MFA candidates and visit their studios where they will share recent work.
Delivering Excitement
UNLV School of Medicine
People |
The new chair of the School of Medicine’s ob/gyn department says that even after decades, delivering babies still is exciting.
Engelstad Scholars Give Back to the Community
woman presenting at research symposium
People |
Sometimes they find that by helping others, they also help themselves.
UNLV History Department Selects Renowned North American Historian as Harry Reid Endowed Chair
image of desert mountains
People |
Susan Lee Johnson will serve as first endowed chair in Liberal Arts; position will elevate history program to leader in the study of the Intermountain West.
The School of Medicine: A Regent’s View
portrait
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With a focus on recruiting students with strong Nevada ties, the School of Medicine is cultivating a commitment to the community in future doctors, says John Moran III.
Into the Wild Blue Yonder
Blaise Cohen
People |
Faculty-Staff Holiday Card Scholarship recipient has lifelong dream of being an Air Force pilot on the runway and picking up speed.
Building Her Own Urban Adventure
Miranda Berrie walking down a corridor
People |
Thanks to a new online bachelor's degree in urban studies, Miranda Barrie has been able to work, travel, campaign, and study on her own terms.
The Interview: Sara Ortiz
Sara Ortiz, program manager for the Black Mountain Institute. She manages events, readings, etc. for the fellows and writers-in-residence, poses in front of trees on campus.
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As program manager for the Black Mountain Institute and "The Believer," the former vocalist lifts her voice to advocate for literacy in Las Vegas.
The Moth Premieres in Southern Nevada at UNLV Nov. 14
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Five storytellers to share authentic experiences with a live audience.
Mariachi Herencia de Mexico Performs at UNLV Nov. 16
six mariachi musicians
Arts and Culture |
The event includes refreshments from culinary students at Mohave High School and a pre-show performance by the Valley High School Ballet Folklórico.
Always on the Move
woman in front of building schematic
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With the stamina of a triathlete, Kimberly Case-Nichols manages the logistics of clinic consolidations and facility expansions at the UNLV Medical School.