News: School of Public Health
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Infectious disease expert Brian Labus' hopes and concerns as UNLV's spring semester starts.
A collection of news stories from 2021 highlighting UNLV’s continuing response to COVID-19 and faculty experts who have helped make sense of the pandemic and its impact to daily life.
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A yearlong collection of headlines featuring innovative ideas, discoveries, and partnerships to move Southern Nevada forward.
An enduring commencement tradition continued Dec. 14 as UNLV president honored five outstanding students who exemplify the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.
A collection of news stories featuring research and accomplishment at UNLV.
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Sometimes, you can only learn by doing. Here are five labs around campus where experience is the best teacher.
A collection of news stories featuring stargazing and change at UNLV.
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School of Public Health Alumnus of the Year Brian Labus was instrumental in Nevada's fight against COVID-19, serving on the governor's task force and leading a small army of contact tracers.
A collection of news stories featuring collaboration and reflection at UNLV.
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Honors College Alumna of the Year Casey Barber helped thousands of Nevadans navigate COVID-19 by leading UNLV's contact tracing team.
A collection of news stories highlighting community and perseverance at UNLV.
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A collection of news stories highlighting research, health, and community at UNLV.