News: Women's Research Institute of Nevada
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Five women share their stories on the former president's influence on UNLV and the empowerment of women at UNLV.
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President Emerita Carol C. Harter broke down barriers while building up UNLV's status as a research institution.
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For Emily Powers, some of her most important experiences at UNLV happened outside of the classroom — through the Honors College.
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The history-making program manager helps shape college women leaders and advocates for human rights.
A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.
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Silver State Award winner Miriam Shearing doesn't consider herself a trailblazer, but she has been a pioneer in state law and an important philanthropist for UNLV.
A collection of stories highlighting UNLV experts and their analysis of all things politics in 2020.
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UNLV political and judicial expert Rebecca Gill explains the history of the United States’ contentious appointment process, how it differs from other nations, and the implications of a recent vacancy.
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The marker, one of five to be installed in Nevada, will be unveiled March 5 in Las Vegas' Centennial Park.
Jean Munson of the Women's Research Institute of Nevada credits professor Joanne Goodwin, the institute's director emerita, as having been an important mentor.
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Lauralyn Sandoval, vice president of new markets at Aristocrat Technologies, to address aspiring women leaders at June 6 event.
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Rebecca Gill’s experience is informing gender inequality research and inspiring other women to share their stories.