News: Graduate College

brain scan imaging
Research |

Although the COVID-19 pandemic has barred neuroscience Ph.D. student Andrew Ortiz from the lab, he continues to research diseases that affect millions of Americans.

A red UNLV mortarboard decorated with the words "stay the course"
Campus News |

UNLV President Keith E. Whitfield to honor four Winter 2020 graduates for their academic, research, and community impact.

A woman in protective equipment stands at a construction site
People |

UNLV alumna Brittany Radke applies lessons from UNLV's Senior Design competition in her work as an environmental engineer.

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People |

An interest in Lego and science, and an introductory class at UNLV, led one-time potential graphic design student Iani Batilov to civil engineering.

A man in a red shirt
People |

Alumnus Noe Santos says getting involved at UNLV was his key to securing lasting employment.

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People |

Through community outreach, UNLV's Becky Pugh helps high school students better understand their path to college.

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People |

After trying a variety of jobs, Karintha Fenley finally found her "perfect fit" in academic advising.

Matthew O'Brien
People |

‘Dark Days, Bright Nights’ by Matthew O'Brien presents vivid oral account of hope and recovery from homelessness.

A woman is reflected in glass
Research |

Three resort stakeholders find an equilibrium in the pandemic.

woman and child each wearing a graduation gown
People |

Dianne Galgana focuses on well-child care and management of common pediatric acute illnesses.

Marilyn Monroe's crypt at Westwood Memorial Park in Los Angeles
Research |

The thrill of celebrity encounters doesn't end with their deaths, according to UNLV tourism researcher Marta Soligo.

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People |

Childhood polio started Kavita Batra on a path toward helping others through medicine and data.