News: Department of World Languages and Cultures
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Learn from UNLV students who just landed prestigious scholarships to study in Asia, Central America, and Europe.
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UNLV plates drive scholarship increases for Rebels.
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This new chair of the department of world languages and cultures says she has worked in other areas, but finds the allure of Spanish literature irresistible.
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UNLV distinguished professor Catherine Bellver takes a literary journey back to 1920s Spain, exploring the vanguard poetry movement of the time that sprung from cultural progression, innovation, and shifting gender norms.
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UNLV employees recently were honored at the 2012 Academic Recognition Ceremony with systemwide and universitywide awards for notable research, teaching, and service.
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The association honors graduates and supporters for their professional accomplishments and service to the university.
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Pat Mulroy's UNLV education launched a unique career. Now she hopes opportunities don't dry up for Nevadans just beginning their careers.
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The shifts in German political thought that paved the road from post-Second World War towards Germany’s integration into the European Union are examined in a new book by Daniel Villanueva, visiting assistant professor of foreign languages at UNLV.