News: Graduate College
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Inspired by UNLV's diverse student body, two-time alumnus drawn back to mentor the next generation of Rebels.
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The Common Read program creates a shared experience for first-year students.
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Nevada Department of Education honors pre-kindergarten teacher Carl “Mr. Carl” Esteban.
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His work with student-athletes has ensured teams post great stats in the classroom as well as on the field.
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Carla Madelaire’s research on how animals cope with environmental challenges wins her the UNLV Office of Postdoctoral Affairs’ inaugural award.
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This admin assistant has been running around campus since she was a kid. Now she's the 2022 President's Classified Employee of the Year.
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A collection of news stories highlighting university experts’ insights on and contributions to health, environment, and society.
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UNLV summit draws out insights from industry leaders to improve student experience and build career readiness.
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The history-making program manager helps shape college women leaders and advocates for human rights.
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Vanessa Núñez focuses on the role of faculty and staff in shaping institutional policies to support undocumented students.
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Vincent Nava, ’19 MA Public Administration, works at the governor's office of new Americans.
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