Topic: People

Chris Jones winces, with just his head portruding from a black, bloblike art installation.
People | April 15, 2019

Illustrator Chris Jones came to Las Vegas no plan, and ended up navigating the media landscape en route to an MFA.

Frederick Ngo poses in front of tables and chairs in a classroom.
People | April 15, 2019

The former high school teacher dove into education policy research after realizing that many of his students went on to college but later dropped out.

Kristen Costello poses in front the of the Lied Library Automated Storage and Retrieval System.
People | April 8, 2019

The Ray Donovan of University Libraries works behind the scenes to tackle tech issues and ensure students and faculty can access materials.

Cameryne Kelley holds a flute while posing in front of a bulletin board in her office.
People | April 1, 2019

Asking the right questions is critical in helping this "Data Diva" obtain the information she needs to assist UNLV, its alumni, and its friends.

woman in front of posters
People | March 28, 2019

Mariana Sarmiento Hernández, once an undergraduate Dreamer, now helps undocumented students navigate the intricacies of immigration policy.

Professor Jennifer Nash poses in front of physical therapy students performing an exam.
People | March 25, 2019

Physical therapy became her career of choice because of the opportunity to help people rediscover fun in their lives, and – most importantly – a work-life balance.

Drew Brunson
People | March 19, 2019

Drew Brunson’s decision to attend UNLV’s hands-on MBA program led to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for an esports career.

Ashlyn Gray poses in front of Calico Basin in Red Rock
People | March 18, 2019

Though she once dreamed of being Nevada's governor, she found her true calling in higher ed.