News: William S. Boyd School of Law
After Dec. 6, Christen Smith turned to art for healing, but journaling has also stoked her entrepreneurial spirit.
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Although sports law wasn't his initial goal, Justin Carley has risen up as general counsel and senior VP for the Las Vegas Raiders.
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The new law professor is already finding ways to prosper at UNLV as the founding director for the Economic Justice and Small Business Clinic.
A collection of news stories and highlights featuring UNLV students and faculty.
Ombuds David G. Schwartz provides a safe space for hearing your workplace concerns.
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Pet Partners of Las Vegas and UNLV Libraries celebrate 10 years of therapy dog visits to campus.
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Law student D’Ahna Scott's experience as a legal intern for the Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee helped kick off her future in sports law.
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UNLV’s literary center welcomes the public to in-person and virtual readings and conversations with acclaimed writers.
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As the nation's most-watched sports entertainment event rolls into town, UNLV researchers are available to provide expertise.
Rebecca Nathanson, a 2024 Community Engagement Award winner, teaches children strategies to minimize trauma of courtroom testimony at Kids' Court School.
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Professor Frank Rudy Cooper earns American Association of Law Schools' C. Clyde Ferguson, Jr. Award for outstanding law educators.
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A collection of news stories highlighting UNLV’s dedication to community and research.