Articles by Steven Slivka
Middle and High School Students Showcase Talents During Nevada Science Olympiad
Students compete through hands-on STEM projects while learning about the possibilities of a UNLV education.
National Research Award Brightens Grad's Career Path in Health Physics
At UNLV, Haven Searcy gains two degrees and experience analyzing the effects of radiation on the environment.
Alzheimer’s Drug Development Pipeline: Positive Results, New Insight Position 2024 as ‘Learning Year’
Alzheimer’s treatment studies offer hope as UNLV expert predicts new potential drugs, biomarkers will yield critical insight for future development.
Desperate Times Guided UNLV Food Pantry Coordinator’s Mission to Serve Others
Carmen Johnson’s self-determination and empathetic personality has led to an impressive increase in the food pantry's usage.
Task-Oriented Approach in Occupational Therapy is Critical to Recovery After a Stroke
Professor Chih-Huang "Jeffrey" Yu says the new and unique method can make rehab a more effective experience for patients.
The Interview: Richard "Ric" Rosenkranz
Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences department chair channels his love for bikes and understanding of childhood poverty into a career promoting health and wellness for all.
Movement Is Key to Supporting Adults with Down Syndrome
UNLV professor Thessa Hilgenkamp addresses the unique anatomy in adults with Down syndrome that makes being active more challenging.
The Course: First Responder and Military Human Performance
Students learn how to maximize performance and decrease injury for people in physically demanding fields.
The Course: Radiographic Procedures Skill Laboratory
As future frontline health care workers, UNLV radiography students spend a year learning how to properly position a patient for imaging.