Articles by Karyn S. Hollingsworth
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The Believer Festival Offers Eclectic Mix of Artistry April 13-14
Two-day Black Mountain Institute event features literary, music, and visual artists.
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Quick Take: Tayari Jones, 'An American Marriage' and Oprah
The Black Mountain Institute fellow talks storytelling, social issues, and that fateful call for Oprah's Book Club.
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What’s in a Name? How Perception of Taking Spouse’s Surname Can Define Power in Marriage
UNLV study analyzes power dynamics in marital relationships and reveals perceptions of men whose wives retain their own surname.
UNLV Raises $2.2 Million to Fund Harry Reid Endowed Chair in History
Faculty hire, expected as early as Fall 2018, will further position UNLV history department as leader in the study of the Intermountain West.
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New Face: Marieta Simeonova Pissarro
The new director of the English Language Center says collaboration is key to helping international students attain English proficiency.
UNLV Receives $1 Million Gift to Create Endowed Chair in History
Jon Huntsman Sr. gift honors Sen. Harry Reid and will help position UNLV history department as leader in study of the Intermountain West.
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Rebels Research for a Cause
Sociology-based program connects students to community issues and social justice causes.
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New Face: Gary Totten
This chair of the English department finds the diversity of UNLV a good match for his interest in multi-ethnic literature.
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CBER Report: Southern Nevada Economy Gaining Strength
Southern Nevada industries are expanding, unemployment is down sharply, and visitor volume is trending up, according to biannual economic report.