Topic: People

Bryan Bornholdt
People | November 2, 2015

In his classroom, Bryan Bornholdt explains how to graph functions by using mathematical limits. In his life, the Honors College mathematics professor demonstrates how to recognize personal limits, and then defy them.

Carolyn Yucha
People | October 29, 2015

Dean Carolyn Yucha on change in the nursing profession, recruitment challenges, and why Dr. House drives her crazy.

Josefina Ly
People | October 26, 2015

The Engineering College admissions counselor is inspired by the beneficial experiences her mother provided her and her siblings despite a limited income.

Judy Tudor
People | October 22, 2015

Alumna Judy Tudor turned her own foster care experience into a career helping kids through tough situations. Now at UNLV, she’s training child welfare employees.

Nicole Stella
People | October 19, 2015

UNLV's designation as a minority serving institution is one of the things that drew this new academic advisor to campus.

Jason Steffen
People | October 12, 2015

The physics professor on astronomy, heroic efforts, and how to board a plane.

Stephen Lazarus
People | October 9, 2015

On a whim, Stephen Lazarus signed up for a class while dealing cards. It was a decision that saved the ER-doc’s life.

Steven Bickmore
People | October 5, 2015

What do you do if you find yourself with a new home with a great bar area, but you don’t drink? This new College of Education professor has a suggestion.

Catherine Dingley
People | September 28, 2015

Like so many students, Catherine Dingley began college without a major. After speaking with numerous nursing students, she knew she had found a fit — a career that was people-focused and would let her contribute to the community.

Emily Lapworth
People | September 21, 2015

Librarian Emily Lapworth brings her expertise in archives and passion for technology from Pilgrim turf to Rebel Country.

Carmen Gilbert
People | September 14, 2015

Though a self-described introvert, Carmen Gilbert repeatedly has placed herself in situations that require her to be outgoing. Her job at the UNLV Foundation is no exception.

Joshua Shenk
People | September 10, 2015

The acclaimed writer and new executive director of the Black Mountain Institute on the personal nature of art, the importance of creative partnership, and his long and winding road to Las Vegas.