News: Department of Communication Studies
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A new book on NBC’s Parks and Recreation sheds light on how feminist ideologies and humor within the TV show helped challenge our thinking.
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From magic and witchcraft to building robots using Legos, these wild courses can put swordfighters in training and future presidents ready to deal with environmental catastrophe.
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Communication Studies grad Sage Sammons is helping to spread the word of an improbable Stanley Cup finalist as the Vegas Golden Knights' director of communications.
UNLV president will highlight exceptional students at commencement who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.
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Pechous got involved in several student organizations, was Lee Business School Ambassador, joined the Honors College, and became a new student orientation leader. Next up: Law school.
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Nevada undergraduate research journal offers UNLV students the opportunity to promote their research and boost their resumes.
UNLV’s young debate team is ranked fifth in the nation and poised to make a deep run in March’s National Debate Tournament.
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When The Killers wanted to film a video in their hometown this year, they called UNLV grads Chuck Akin and Wes Hirni to guide their way.
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Five UNLV graduates will be recognized by President Len Jessup during winter commencement for their combination of academic excellence and service to the community.
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College of Urban Affairs partners with community groups to stop Southern Nevada crisis.
For veteran Randy Dexter, man's best friend —and a campus organization — made all the difference.
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Four stumbling blocks impede clear communication on climate change.