Topic: People

Portrait of Dr. Joseph Thorton
People | August 3, 2018

The first colorectal surgeon to practice in Nevada says that teaching is what keeps him young.

man and woman shaking hands
People | August 1, 2018

A member of the UNLV School of Medicine's inaugural class reflects on past adversities that led to success.

Portrait Tiffany Ponds-Kimbro
People | July 30, 2018

How Oscar the Grouch and Harper's Bazaar have influenced the law school's marketing and communications strategist.

Portrait of Dr. Amber Champion
People | July 25, 2018

An unexpected health diagnosis prompted Dr. Amber Champion to rethink her career plans.

Allesandro Retis leaning on dental examine chair at UNLV School of Dental Medicine.
People | July 24, 2018

UNLV dental students travel to South America to help those in need

Marcus Bowman with the inside of the Thomas and Mack Arena behind him.
People | July 23, 2018

This athletic department staffer says there’s nothing better than helping a student succeed in college.

Portrait of Marcus Civin, new chair of art department
People | July 16, 2018

This performance artist, art critic, and teacher is excited about collaborating with new colleagues at UNLV.

Portrait of Bill Speer
People | July 11, 2018

Bill Speer, director of UNLV’s Math Learning Center, earns a national lifetime achievement award with his forward-looking approach to teaching math.