Topic: People

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People | October 15, 2019

William S. Boyd School of Law Alumnus of the Year and former public defender John Piro's work recognized for helping pursue mental-health reform within the justice system.

Nicholas Barr poses on UNLV's campus, his work focuses on homeless young adults and military service members.
People | October 14, 2019

Mindful of the needs of homeless youth, the social work professor has created a program to help.

A woman in a sweater leans against a tree.
People | October 11, 2019

School of Integrated Health Sciences Alumna of the Year Anne Lindsay focuses on nutrition, obesity, and eating disorders among women and children.

Dr. John Carroll stands with arms folded in front of a sign.
People | October 9, 2019

Dr. Joseph Carroll says the opportunity to be part of the medical school’s team at the UMC Trauma Center was too good to pass up.

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People | October 8, 2019

A breakthrough research project landed hospitality undergrad Jasmine Nemati a top-tier journal credit and the experience of a lifetime.

A woman sits at a desk, in front of a row of medals
People | October 8, 2019

Outstanding Faculty Award winner Anjala Krishen keeps students moving, acting as a mentor before and after graduation.

Hanna Andrews holding books in front of the Academic Success Center
People | October 7, 2019

She is inspired by the goals, values, and dreams of her students at the Academic Success Center.

A woman in a red jacket stands at a podium and smiles
People | October 2, 2019

Silver State Award winner and former President Carol Harter oversaw unprecedented expansion for the university.

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People | October 1, 2019

Her love of books continually drew Alumna of the Year Beverly Rogers back to UNLV as both a student and donor.