News: Department of Sociology
A collection of news stories and highlights featuring UNLV students and faculty.
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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.
A collection of news stories focused on research, expert insights, and academic achievement.
A roundup of prominent news stories highlighting university pride, research, and community collaboration.
A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.
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A roundup of news stories highlighting UNLV faculty and students who made headlines locally, nationally, and globally.
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A roundup of prominent news stories highlighting university pride, research, and community collaboration.
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Vanessa Núñez focuses on the role of faculty and staff in shaping institutional policies to support undocumented students.
A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.
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As the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to escalate, UNLV researchers are available to provide expertise.
New report shows lower life expectancy for young Americans; 'aggressive action' needed to increase survival rates for infants, children, young adults