Articles by Diane Russell

The Go-To Assistant
The third-place recipient of the Classified Employee of the Year Award, Erin Azua was lauded for the gentle and caring disposition she displays when interacting with students.

Overcoming What Seems Impossible
Weight Watchers founder Jean Nidetch inspired millions to eat healthy and then shared her success by helping thousands of Rebels through the campus women’s center and scholarships.

Out-of-Sight Excellence
Larry Henley, UNLV's Administrative Faculty Member of the Year for 2015, was praised for his quiet, behind-the-scenes work to make sure events go off to perfection.

Concerted Effort
Clark County School District is ground zero for the issues rumbling in schools across the country. Here's how UNLV is linking research and outreach programs to help find solutions.

A Solemn Debut
Psalm 92 inspires UNLV’s longtime director of bands to put down the conducting baton and pick up the composing pen.

Gap Tooth
A 2.8-million-year-old jawbone fills in section missing from human evolution’s timeline.

Leaving a Legacy
Carol Harter, former UNLV president, will receive an honorary doctorate at the 2014 winter commencement. Read more about her greatest accomplishments, toughest challenges, and plans for retirement.

New Faces: Caleen Norrod Johnson
This fundraising professional says her tip for success is never to schedule more than 80 percent of the workday.

New Faces: Leanne Soter
This program coordinator helps faculty members work service activities for local nonprofits into their course requirements.