https://www.unlv.edu/news/rss/featured en https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/laboratory-acrobatics-and-supersized-aeronautics The 25-year-old triumph of two UNLV engineering professors and their quest to build the world’s largest flying disc. Tue, 2018-04-24 15:38 Tony Allen 171833 https://www.unlv.edu/news/release/art-host-mfa-open-studios-april-27 The public is invited to visit master of fine art candidates and visit their studios where they will present recent work. Tue, 2018-04-24 13:22 Jennifer Vaughan 173916 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/publishing-ahead-their-peers Nevada undergraduate research journal offers UNLV students the opportunity to promote their research and boost their resumes. Mon, 2018-04-23 16:35 Alexandra Karosas 173164 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/sex-media-and-stormy-daniels UNLV professor Lynn Comella on why academics should find ways to explain the complexities of research to the wider public. Mon, 2018-04-23 16:21 UNLV News Center 173820 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/overnight-study-space-open-study-and-finals-weeks Lied Library will open Book 'n' Bean and Extended Study Area during Study and Finals Weeks from 2-7:30 a.m. Mon, 2018-04-23 07:44 Sean Kennedy 173613 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/new-face-brent-drake From sports to student success – it’s all in the numbers for the new vice provost for decision support. Mon, 2018-04-23 07:43 Juliet Casey 172060 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/clearing-away-medical-misconceptions-about-sex Honors College Dean Marta Meana’s research dispels stereotypes surrounding women’s sexuality and changes the way doctors treat patients. Fri, 2018-04-20 08:32 Karyn S. Hollingsworth 172563 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/searching-common-ground-guns UNLV Boyd School of Law launches gun-safety lecture series designed to inspire action. Thu, 2018-04-19 10:40 Matt Jacob 173526 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/eye-toward-regeneration UNLV study shows frog embryos can fully regrow their eyes after injury, debunking a belief that they can’t. Wed, 2018-04-18 13:43 Francis McCabe 173471 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/unlv-fights These student-athletes don't just grapple with the books, they grapple with each other. Tue, 2018-04-17 05:56 Jason Scavone 173045 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/rebel-ring Criminal justice student Max Ornelas juggles hitting the books and hitting the heavy bag as a pro boxer. Tue, 2018-04-17 05:55 Jason Scavone 172969 https://www.unlv.edu/news/release/barrick-museum-hosts-artist-workshop-bobbie-ann-howell-april-20 Sessions start at the top of each hour from 1 to 5 p.m. Mon, 2018-04-16 16:44 Jennifer Vaughan 173421 https://www.unlv.edu/news/release/unlv-engineering-students-show-product-prototypes-senior-design-competition Projects include a portable wind turbine for easy power generation following natural disaster, a mobile app that helps shelter animals find families, and a hands-free thermal imaging camera for first responders. Mon, 2018-04-16 15:25 Cheryl Bella 173408 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/new-face-blanca-rinc-n This College of Education professor is passionate about making higher education accessible to all students and responsive to their needs. Mon, 2018-04-16 09:01 Kelsey Claus 172619 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/handling-hurdles-comes-territory Two-time Coach of the Year Yvonne Wade breaks through for UNLV’s first Mountain West indoor track title despite team’s gear being stolen. Mon, 2018-04-16 08:56 Jason Scavone 173154 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/hashtag-unlv-are-you-rebel-ready Don't miss out — Rebel Preview is coming up fast. Join us for a morning exploring what UNLV has to offer. Fri, 2018-04-13 08:56 Katy Griffin 173177 https://www.unlv.edu/news/release/unlv-dance-presents-stride-april-26-29 The season ends with this collection of works choreographed by the bachelor of fine arts majors in dance performance and choreography. Thu, 2018-04-12 15:54 Jennifer Vaughan 173156 https://www.unlv.edu/news/release/barrick-museum-welcomes-acclaimed-writer-lawrence-weschler-april-17 Longtime New Yorker writer will explore ways art and science have been approached together, and separately, over the years. Thu, 2018-04-12 15:25 Jennifer Vaughan 173142 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/alum-advice-how-keep-calm-while-saving-life Athletic trainer Chely Arias’ quick actions on a high school ball field turned a harrowing scene into a happy ending. Thu, 2018-04-12 08:18 Matt Jacob 172909 https://www.unlv.edu/news/release/unlv-receives-gold-rating-military-friendly-university This is the 8th consecutive year UNLV has earned the designation from G.I. Jobs Magazine. Wed, 2018-04-11 15:31 Francis McCabe 173086 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/ending-need-leave-nevada-health-care School of Medicine professor Dr. John Ham leads state's only organ transplant program. Wed, 2018-04-11 08:13 UNLV School of Medicine 173017 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/unlv-students-push-women-stem The student-led Scientista Foundation chapter is working to close the gender gap in professional STEM fields. Tue, 2018-04-10 14:28 Rachel Glaze 172945 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/socrates-scheherazade-and-superheroes Harvard professor and Norton anthology editor Martin Puchner on the importance of World Literature and how it can impact students. Tue, 2018-04-10 08:59 Jarrett Keene 172523 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/goodbye-kepler-hello-tess Passing the baton in the search for distant planets. Mon, 2018-04-09 09:24 Jason Steffen 172841 https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/new-face-megan-hullinger This new member of the College of Sciences team sings — both the praises of UNLV and just for fun. Mon, 2018-04-09 08:20 Shane Bevell 171948