News: Women's Council
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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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In addition to her own research projects, the biostatistician provides statistical and research training to faculty, residents, and students in the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV.
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One of the biggest rewards of public health, according to Gabriela Buccini, is the ability to make the world better for so many – in her case, mothers and babies.
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The increasing number of lactation pods on campus helps students with young children
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Key component of UNLV’s Early Childhood Education Center, Claire Tredwell, gives advice to women starting their careers.
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UNLV's Kim Schjang joins top female IT professionals to construct the world’s fastest volunteer-built network for the SC21 supercomputing conference.
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Shellie Brattain-Mazzella suggests women join campus committees to learn more about UNLV.
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A strong proponent for women, Heather Cassella says she wants women to feel safe sharing their lives and experiences.
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Thanking our colleagues working behind the scenes under challenging circumstances.
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Learning more about the heritage and cultures of our campus community.
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The UNLV CARE Center offers resources for victims-survivors to heal.
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Keith E. Whitfield on how we all can help UNLV advance as an equitable and inclusive university.