Topic: awards

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People | November 8, 2019

School of Nursing Alumna of the Year Robin Dail has helped shaped the field of pediatrics in her journey from UNLV to Chapel Hill, Duke, and South Carolina.

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People | November 6, 2019

College of Urban Affairs Alumna of the Year Sarah Thornton struck out on her own 12 years ago, and has reaped success since.

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People | November 1, 2019

College of Sciences Alumnus of the Year Travis Huxman: Being a Rebel means having the courage to take a seat at any table.

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People | October 30, 2019

School of Public Health Alumna of the Year Tracy Donnelly, noted for her work on a study about lead levels in candy, is currently helping Canada's indigenous population get access to higher education.

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People | October 29, 2019

Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering Alumnus of the Year is one of the youngest principals among Southern Nevada engineering firms.

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People | October 24, 2019

College of Liberal Arts Alumnus of the Year Greg Morris stays active in university activities, and sent two of his sons to the School of Law.

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People | October 23, 2019

Graduate College Alumna of the Year Constance Brooks has served public policy in stints with Clark County, NSHE, and MGM Resorts.

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People | October 22, 2019

College of Fine Arts Alumna of the Year Giovanna Sardelli grew up in a performing household, so it's no surprise she made her name in theater.

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People | October 18, 2019

School of Dental Medicine Alumnus of the Year Dr. Dayne Jensen went from a linebacker at Weber State to a decorated dentistry student to an accomplished plastic surgeon.

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People | October 17, 2019

Tiffany Tyler-Garner works to fight dropout rate among students, foster training and rehabilitation for Nevada employees.

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People | October 16, 2019

College of Hospitality Alumna of the Year Colleen Birch turning heads in the industry.

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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.