Topic: politics

Mitchell McKinney holds a photo of Kennedy and Nixon
Campus News | September 7, 2016

Presidential Debate Series presenter Mitchell McKinney on instant reaction polling and the influence of "oops" moments during debates. Catch his lecture Sept. 12.

Romney and Obama
Campus News | September 1, 2016

The Presidential Debate Lecture Series presents a talk on debate performance and incumbency — and why that may still be a factor this year. Join the free talk Sept. 8.

U.N.L.V. signage with Fall leaves in the background
Business and Community | August 31, 2016

Five-week course for community leaders begins Sept. 22 and will be taught by faculty in the Greenspun College of Urban Affairs’ School of Public Policy and Leadership.

silhouette of student walking on campus during sunset
Research | August 23, 2016

Education professor Stefani Relles on how paying for a college education is progressively harder, especially for low-income and minority students.

students talk in class
Campus News | August 19, 2016

As the campus gears up to host the final presidential debate, UNLV professors are making direct connections between their course materials and this year's ground-breaking election season.

American flag with a shadow of a person
Campus News | August 16, 2016

Nine free public lectures are planned on campus to evoke conversation and facilitate understanding about the election process and related issues.

voting booths
Research | August 12, 2016

​Political science professor John Tuman on how the Latino immigrant vote might mean more than ever to candidates this season.

Lake Mead
Business and Community | July 19, 2016

Why two Saltman Center experts say mediation is key to resolving the water woes of the American West.