News: Department of Political Science

Representatives from the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians wrap UNLV Marta Meana in a blanket as part of the tribe's gift announcement to the university.
Campus News |

A collection of news stories from February highlighting the people and research of UNLV.

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Campus News |

A collection of news stories capturing the excitement and accomplishments of UNLV at the start of a new decade.

Photo of Martha Amaya standing in a crowded group of people.
Campus News |

Honors College student Martha Amaya one of just 30 nationwide to receive Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Fellowship.

A photo of Akaisha Cook delivering a speech at the 2019 UNLV Foundation Annual Dinner.
Campus News |

Honors College student Akaisha Cook one of just 30 nationwide to receive 2020 Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship.

A group of four U.N.L.V. nursing students work on a manikin at the Clinical Simulation Center of Las Vegas.
Campus News |

A collection of news stories capturing the excitement of UNLV’s campus in June, July and August.

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People |

Inspired by a '00s movie and a grandfather she never met, Alexis Hilts found her path to medical school.

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People |

Triple-major Martha Amaya’s research explores the interactions between policing, public policy, and crowd science.

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People |

UNLV president will highlight exceptional students at commencement who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

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People |

Alumna realized she could influence elected officials — before she could even vote. Here's how you can too.

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Campus News |

Participants hope to tap into pipeline leading to legal and public service careers.

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People |

Rebecca Gill’s experience is informing gender inequality research and inspiring other women to share their stories.

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Research |

Professor Michael Bowers on writing the essential textbook on Nevada's political scoundrels and budget battles.