Articles by Sean Kennedy
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UNLV Libraries Designated as U.S. Patent and Trademark Resource Center
The UNLV Libraries Patent & Trademark Resource Center, Powered by Switch hosted a grand opening Nov. 15.
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Namesakes: The Study Room Named for a Jeopardy! Champion
The Brayden Smith Group Study Room acknowledges the time the alumnus spent studying at Lied Library.
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Author Tyler Merritt Featured Speaker for 'We Need to Talk' Discussion Oct. 26
The event is the next in the We Need To Talk: Conversations on Racism for a More Resilient Las Vegas series sponsored by the UNLV University Libraries and the Greenspun College of Urban Affairs.
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The Interview: Anjanette Jones
The web specialist is helping create a better user experience on the Libraries website.
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'We Need to Talk' Series Returns Sept. 20 with Discussion on Critical Race Theory
Discussion series hosted by UNLV Libraries and Greenspun College of Urban Affairs brings community together for conversations on ways to address systemic racism and find solutions.
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Cultivating a Culture of Wellness in the Higher Ed Workplace
New book by Amy Tureen offers insights into stress, resilience, and self-improvement on college campuses.
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The Interview: Rosan Mitola
The head of educational initiatives works to develop information literacy skills in students.
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Saving Students Thousands with Open Access Textbook
Liberal Arts faculty tackle affordability of course materials in first-year seminars as campus begins incorporating more open access resources.
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“We Need to Talk” Discussion Series Returns Nov. 15 to Address Antisemitism
Series, sponsored by UNLV Libraries and College of Urban Affairs, brings campus and community together to discuss systemic racism and affect positive change.