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The Department of Sociology offers courses that inspect concerns about human behavior, social life, and social change. Students examine topics such as crime; economic inequalities; gender; leisure and sports; marriage and family; occupations; race and ethnic relations; and religion.
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The sociologist found her 'light' at UNLV by studying families seeking community and citizenship.
The Facilities Management project manager has been leading a collaborative effort to improve and update the security for Frank and Estella Beam Hall.
A collection of news stories and highlights featuring UNLV students and faculty.

As the nation's most-watched sports entertainment event rolls into town, UNLV researchers are available to provide expertise.

Meet some UNLV grads who've had a hand in shaping the city's sports identity.
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A symposium this month at UNLV’s William S. Boyd School of Law highlighted the academic-legislative partnership. The event examined the sex work industry, pathways into the profession and criminalization issues. Though not officially connected to AB 209, several symposium speakers who had assisted Orentlicher in crafting the legislation discussed their contributions.

A symposium this month at UNLV’s William S. Boyd School of Law highlighted the academic-legislative partnership. The event examined the sex work industry, pathways into the profession and criminalization issues. Though not officially connected to AB 209, several symposium speakers who had assisted Orentlicher in crafting the legislation discussed their contributions.

A symposium this month at UNLV’s William S. Boyd School of Law highlighted the academic-legislative partnership. The event examined the sex work industry, pathways into the profession and criminalization issues. Though not officially connected to AB 209, several symposium speakers who had assisted Orentlicher in crafting the legislation discussed their contributions.

Sex work advocates from across the country gathered at UNLV on Friday to push for changes regarding both state policies and preconceptions of the field.
Choosing where to live is a defining moment for many young adults that shapes the rest of their lives. While Gen Z is flocking across state lines to bustling cities like New York and Los Angeles, older generations are seeking out warmer climates and smaller towns.

It’s getting cold in Las Vegas, which is nice after that brutal summer. And for many people, reading a good book is the perfect thing to do when it’s this cold out. So today, four local authors and editors are with us to talk about their books, ones we think you really might be interested in.
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