Honors: Jacqueline Killian
Jacqueline Killian (Nursing) was selected as a Distinguished Fellow of the Nursing Academy by the National Academies of Practice (NAP). This prestigious honor recognizes her outstanding achievements and leadership in the profession and interprofessional care. She will be honored as a member of the Class of 2025 during an Induction…
Presentation: Andi Isaacs
Andi Isaacs (Film) presented "Finance II: How To Choose A Location To Maximize Your Budget" at the American Film Market, Nov. 8, 2024, in Las Vegas, to international independent film buyers, distributors, and sales/marketing attendees. The presentation detailed the use of film production tax incentives throughout the world in conjunction…
Presentation: Adam Paul
Adam Paul (Film), assistant professor, presented on a panel at the 4th Annual Humanities Podcast Network Symposium titled, "Podcasting as Artistry and Craft." Paul discussed his work on UNLV projects in the Departments of Film and Theatre, including the award-winning fiction podcast "POD115" and the recent film review podcast "The Film Dept.," co-…
Appointment/Election: Marc J. Kahn
Dean Dr. Marc J. Kahn (Medicine) has been elected to the Association of American Medical College's (AAMC) Council of Deans Administrative Board. He will serve on the 12-member leadership group for the council of deans, comprised of the deans of all US allopathic medical schools. Prior to last week's AAMC meeting in Atlanta, Kahn was…
Published: Manoj Sharma (Social and Behavioral Health; Internal Medicine)
Manoj Sharma (Social and Behavioral Health; Internal Medicine) coauthored an article titled, “Multi-theory model (MTM) and change in childbearing behavior: A perspective,” with coauthors from Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences in Iran in the Journal of Research Development in Nursing and Midwifery. The article presents a view…
Presentation: Jenna Weglarz-Ward
Jenna Weglarz-Ward (Early Childhood, Multilingual, and Special Education), associate professor, presented multiple sessions on inclusion and equity at the National Association for the Education of Young Children's Annual Conference in Anaheim, California. With Courtney O'Grady and Alison Hooper (University of Alabama), she presented Disentangling…
Presentation: Refat Srejon, Asma Awan, Manoj Sharma
Refat Srejon, Asma Awan, and Manoj Sharma, (all Social and Behavioral Health) presented a poster tilted, “Effectiveness of yoga interventions on cancer-related fatigue in patients with different types of cancer: A systematic review,” at the American Public Health Association 2024 Annual Meeting October 27-30, 2024, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as…
Presentation: Ana Gonzalez, Sidath Kapukotuwa, Asma Awan, Manoj Sharma
Ana Gonzalez, Sidath Kapukotuwa, Asma Awan, and Manoj Sharma, (all Social and Behavioral Health) presented a poster tilted, “Effectiveness of tai chi randomized controlled trials on improving BMI among adults with obesity: A systematic review,” at the American Public Health Association 2024 Annual Meeting October 27-30, 2024, in Minneapolis,…
Notable: Juliana Byzyka
Juliana Byzyka (Transportation Research Center) recently attended the 2024 Nevada Asphalt Conference: Sustainable and Resilient Pavement where she jointly presented with professor Mujib Rahman (Aston University, UK) and moderated the sessions of the final day. The topic of their presentation was “Infrared Heated Pothole Repairs: A Sustainable…
You Might Also Like
People |
The Interview: Reyes Luna
With a little guidance from his mother, the new director of Student Diversity Programs is ready to cheer on and empower UNLV's diverse student population.
People |
Expanding UNLV's Research Impact: A Strategic Balancing Act
From growing the university’s research infrastructure to prioritizing personal passions, David Hatchett makes time to do it all.
People |