In this workshop, participants will learn about the role of the University Libraries in submitting a thesis or dissertation to Digital Scholarship@UNLV and ProQuest. This workshop will walk participants through the submission process and review the benefits of making work publicly available. Embargo options for publication will also be explored. Learn more and RSVP.
Apr. 18: Showing Impact in the Arts
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Lied Library, Pioche Room and Virtual
In this introductory workshop, participants will learn about the variety of ways to demonstrate the significance, impact, and reach of the unique types of scholarly and creative works in the visual and performing arts and other related disciplines. By attending this workshop, participants will learn about tools and resources available to show the impact of scholarly and creative works, compare and discuss quantitative and qualitative practices for demonstrating impact, and understand a variety of methods for telling the story of the significance, reach, and impact of work. Learn more and RSVP.
Graduate College Awards Recipients AY 2023-24
Congratulations to the recipients of the following UNLV Graduate College Awards:
UNLV Graduate College Outstanding Dissertation Award
Dr Jacqueline Phan, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, College of Sciences (STEM)
Dr Christopher Wakefield, Department of Sociology, College of Liberal Arts (Non-STEM)
UNLV Graduate College Outstanding Thesis Award
Davis Cammann, Department of Life Sciences, College of Sciences (STEM)
Mohammed Jahama, Department of English, College of Liberal Arts (Non-STEM)
UNLV Outstanding Graduate Student Teaching
First Place: Skylar Polek, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering
Second Place: Maria Hermosillo, Department of Sociology, College of Liberal Arts
Third Place: Anna Colquitt, Department of Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher Education, College of Education
2024 Sam Lieberman Regents’ Award for Student Scholarship for Graduate Students
Emylia Terry, Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, School of Public Health
UNLV Graduate College Outstanding Graduate Faculty Leadership Award
Dr. Manoj Sharma, Department of Social & Behavioral Health, School of Public Health
UNLV Graduate College Outstanding Faculty Mentorship Award
Dr. Brach Poston, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, School of Integrated Health Sciences
UNLV Distinguished Service Medallion
Dr. James Navalta, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, School of Integrated Health Sciences
May 1: Autumn Davis Memorial Scholarship Applications Due
The Autumn Davis Memorial Scholarship seeks to support students who will be pursuing a career in the mental health field. This award is open to any high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student with at least a 3.0 GPA and is pursuing a career in mental health. Learn more and apply.
Late Applications for Graduation Due
Students applying for graduation on or after March 2 will need to email grad.rpc@unlv.edu to request a late graduation application be added to their MyUNLV account, as the option will not be available automatically in MyUNLV after March 1. Students applying for graduation after March 1 will be assessed a $20 late fee. Learn more.
Join the conversation to hear university leaders discuss campus priorities and provide updates for faculty and staff. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and share in meaningful conversations.
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Anthropology Proseminar: "From Archaeological Sites to User Interfaces: The Transition from Bioarchaeology to UX Research"
As part of the Department of Anthropology’s Proseminar Speaker Series, Terren Proctor, Ph.D., will provide a talk titled "From Archaeological Sites to User Interfaces: The Transition from Bioarchaeology to UX Research." Proctor will discuss adapting anthropological research methods for UX research applications, underscoring the importance of understanding human behavior and cultural dynamics in the creation of user-centered financial technology solutions. The presentation aims to provide an overview of the process of transitioning professional identities and integrating into a new industry.
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This prestigious program recognizes and celebrates outstanding achievements and contributions made by students from this past year. All are invited to celebrate students who have demonstrated exceptional performance, leadership, innovation, and dedication in various aspects of academic and extracurricular activities.
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Apr. 16: Scoring America’s Sense of Self: Music, Ideology, and the Cinematic Western
Join Associate Professor at Georgetown University Robynn Stilwell for a discussion about the interaction of music and movement in film, video, television, dance, and sport. Stilwell will discuss Killers of the Flower Moon (2023) and The Native Americans (1994), as well as the songs of Sebastian Robertson in these productions. Learn more.
Join UNLV Service Learning and Leadership to recognize individual students, groups of students, and student organizations whose leadership and service advances learning, justice, and social change within the community.
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Apr. 17: Student Involvement and Activities Spring Event
Join the UNLV School of Public Health and Southern Nevada Health District to learn about health disparities and COVID-19 in Southern Nevada. Learn more and RSVP.
Apr. 18: Using AI in Research Projects
12-1:30 p.m., Virtual
Join UNLV's Data Privacy Officer Maureen Shaw as she describes what AI is and how to secure and protect the confidentiality of your data. Learn more and RSVP.
Apr. 18: Finding Common Ground: Protecting Freedom of Religion and Human Dignity
Join the Las Vegas Alliance for Religious Freedom and Human Dignity, Thomas & Mack Co., and the William S.Boyd School of Law for a symposium about finding common ground in efforts to protect the freedom of religion and basic human dignity. The event will consist of speakers and panelists describing their experiences and answering questions or concerns.
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Apr. 18: University Forum Lecture Series: The Dysfunction of Food: Food That isn’t Beautiful or Comforting or Delicious
In this lecture, James Beard Award-winning author Kim Foster will discuss the meaning of food in different contexts. Specifically, Foster will examine the ways food can signify and complicate dysfunction in Las Vegas, for both individuals and communities–those with empty tables, and those with full plates.
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Apr. 18: UNLV Barrick Lecture Series: On Business and Basketball, with Earvin “Magic” Johnson
Join NBA Legend, 2-Time Hall of Famer, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist and Motivational Speaker Earvin "Magic" Johnson as he discusses his time off the basketball court, including social and technological endeavors. The Barrick Lecture Series presents nationally and internationally renowned speakers through a generous grant from philanthropist Marjorie Barrick.
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Apr. 19: Department of Economics Seminar Series: Michelangelo Rossi
Join the Department of Economics for a seminar by Institut Polytechnique de Paris professor Michelangelo Rossi. Rossi’s research is in industrial organization with particular interest in digitization and online platforms.
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Native UNLV and the Las Vegas urban Indigenous community are collaborating to present the 3rd annual Powwow for the Planet. This event aims to champion cultural preservation and leadership development amongst Native youth, advocacy for environmental justice and the protection of Indigenous sacred places in Nevada.
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The Care Center offers free and confidential support services to members of the UNLV community who have been impacted by sexual assault, relationship abuse, family violence, and/or stalking. Programs and services are available to people of all identities and regardless of status. Learn more.
It's "Game On!" for the UNLV Oral History Research Center
The center's newest project will chronicle the extensive and rich history of sports in Las Vegas.
