Topic: People

Jin Ouk Choi
People | May 8, 2017

This South Korean-born civil and environmental engineering professor has been to more U.S. cities than most Americans. In fact, it was a U.S. city that originally ignited his passion for his profession.

Simon Jowitt
People | May 1, 2017

This economic geologist talks about being in a state where the mining industry thrives and about the difficulty of getting his 6-foot 4-inch frame into a running helicopter on rough ground.

Lindy Schumacher
People | April 25, 2017

Lindy Schumacher receives the UNLV Alumni Association's Silver State Award for her ongoing support of the university.

Douglas Duncan and Israel Alvarado
People | April 25, 2017

With limited options in Nevada for top-notch scientists, two UNLV grads welcome the high-tech jobs that the marijuana industry brought.

John Guedry
People | April 25, 2017

John Guedry, the Business Alumnus of the Year, says his degree opened doors for changing the community

Jack Schibrowsky
People | April 25, 2017

Alumni Association honors marketing professor Jack Schibrowsky with its Outstanding Faculty Award.

Terry Shonkwiler
People | April 25, 2017

Terry Shonkwiler given the Achievement in Service Award.

Sara Leoni
People | April 25, 2017

Sara Leoni, the College of Urban Affairs Alumna of the Year, finds that a great team can last a lifetime.