News: Department of English
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Known for pushing the envelope and for being ahead of the curve, English professor and pop culture advocate Felicia Campbell joined the UNLV faculty in 1962.
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It may not be the theater Matthew Montalto once dreamed of working in, but the admissions analyst loves his job at the UNLV Graduate College.
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English professor Claudia Keelan's poem finds a graduating class in the midst of perhaps the most unusual circumstances surrounding commencement in UNLV history.
As instruction moves online, educators and students adapt
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The Honors College’s new academic advisor dishes on remote work, flying pizza, and making strong connections on campus.
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The longtime English professor says teaching Tolkien at UNLV helped him make his greatest literary discovery.
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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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She is inspired by the goals, values, and dreams of her students at the Academic Success Center.
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Her love of books continually drew Alumna of the Year Beverly Rogers back to UNLV as both a student and donor.
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From works providing context for today's political issues to the unexpected inspiration of sheep, Black Mountain Institute staff offer their recommendations.
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This assistant professor of English pursued varied academic interests but found his purpose studying the stories of indigenous peoples.
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Through interviews and writing, this Research & Creative Honors Program participant discovered how storytelling empowers marginalized groups.