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Supporting, facilitating, and promoting engagement
between the university and its many communities
September/October, 2023
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The Honorable Catherine Cortez Masto visited UNLV’s Medical Education Building on 8/3, to meet with students and faculty, and to learn more about their training and how they are helping to advance healthcare in our community.
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The Honorable Susie Lee joined President Whitfield on 8/3, to discuss ways the university is working to improve financial literacy and create more immersive learning experiences for our students and communities.
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The Honorable Catherine Cortez Masto met with President Whitfield on 8/30, to learn about UNLV's contributions to economic diversification, healthcare, workforce development, and student success initiatives.
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President Whitfield shared his thoughts on innovation at the RTC Southern Nevada’s unveiling of our state’s first hydrogen fuel cell electric bus on 8/17 at the Black Fire Institute. This innovation is a great step toward making Las Vegas even more sustainable.
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Dr. Constance Brooks, Vice President of Government & Community Engagement, presented The Honorable Julian Escutia, Mexican Consul, with the Game Ball in honor of Mexican Independence Day and Hispanic Heritage Month at the Rebels game on 9/16. | |
Rebels Forever! Thank you to everyone who came out to the UNLV Alumni Reception in Washington, DC, on 9/20. We had an amazing time catching up with our grads and supporters. And, a special thank you to Nevada Senator Roberta Lange, other legislators, and City Council representatives for stopping by! | |
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Vice President Brooks attended the Congressional Black Caucus’s annual Legislative Conference, where she and Joi Holliday, Director of Advocacy, presented CBC Chairman, The Honorable Steven Horsford, with a token of appreciation for his support of UNLV students.
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REBEL STUDENT TEAM AWARDED EPA GRANT
A UNLV student team recently received a $25K grant from the EPA for water disinfection research. They are one of only 21 teams from across the nation to receive this grant to find...(more)
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UNLV AWARDED $5M FOR URBAN FORESTRY
A UNLV-led Las Vegas urban forestry initiative received a $5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service to help counteract the growing impacts of…(more)
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NASA AWARD FOR SPACE RESEARCH, EDUCATION
College is a place where students can reach for the stars, so the saying goes. At UNLV, it's not just a phrase – it's a possibility – thanks to a pair of recent grants the university earned…(more)
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UNLV AND THE VEGAS CHAMBER'S DC FLY-IN
Every year, Nevada's leaders, including leaders from Southern Nevada's institutions of higher education, go to Washington, D.C., to advocate and meet with policy makers on federal issues that directly impact employers. It is the largest Fly-in of business leaders from Nevada to Washington, D.C.
This year's trip took place September 17 – 21, and included meetings with Congressional members, think tanks, national trade organizations, and policy groups. There were also several receptions during the trip to further build relationships with Congressional leadership and to strengthen existing connections.
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Powerful words coming from Nevada’s university and college presidents on the challenges and barriers to higher education in Southern Nevada. They enjoyed speaking on the panel, "Why Employers Should Care about the Future of Higher Education".
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Making the economic case for infrastructure investment with Tom Burns, Executive Director of Diversify Nevada, Dr. David Damore, Executive Director of Brookings Mountain West at UNLV, and Andrew Woods, Director of UNLV’s Center of Business and Economic Research. | |
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President Whitfield enjoyed being part of the largest annual DC Fly-In ever where he was able to advocate for all Nevadans with over 250 local leaders. It was a week full of impact! | |
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JOIN US - REBEL HOMECOMING
FESTIVAL OCTOBER 18
The signature homecoming event, Rebel Homecoming Festival, combines two classic events hosted by the UNLV Alumni Association and the Rebel Events Board. Join us October 18th, beginning at 5pm, for...(more)
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4TH ANNUAL SUMMIT FOR
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Greenberg Traurig, LLP and the UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law were proud to host the 4th annual Summit for Corporate Governance, which included distinguished experts to discuss hot topics, today's…(more)
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BEST FOR BUSINESS: SOUTHERN NEVADA
LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2023
Part of any great university is knowing how to position students to succeed within the local community. The Southern Nevada Leadership Summit is pivotal in keeping that pathway of success not…(more)
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REBEL EMPLOYER
PARTNERS PROGRAM
UNLV recently introduced its Rebel Employer Partners Program to highlight ways our employer community can engage on campus. UNLV provides access to talent, as well as upskilling and reskilling options for…(more)
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On August 2nd, UNLV participated in a Puentes Back-to-School event held at the Mater Academy East Las Vegas Bonanza Campus to share UNLV resources and school supplies with students and parents, and to promote the value of higher education. | |
Rebels partnered with Lewis E. Rowe Elementary School on August 4th, to provide a UNLV Resource Fair in conjunction with the school’s annual Back-to-School Teacher Meet-and-Greet. Immunizations, scoliosis and vision checks, backpacks, and school supplies were just some of the offerings UNLV provided for 600 PK-5 Rowerunner students. | |
UNLV partnered with Whitney Recreational Center on August 5th, to distribute school supplies and resource information to nearly 2,700 youth at the Center’s Saturday Before School event. | |
More than 600 K-12 students received school supplies and resource information from UNLV at the Parkdale Back-to-School Fair, held on August 6th. | |
On August 11, President Whitfield joined Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada to celebrate the new JA Inspiration Center. Michael Chrome from the Las Vegas Raiders was on hand to assist the President with demolition of a wall to mark the start of construction on this important resource for our community. | |
Even though Hurricane Hilary brought the event to an early end, UNLV was still able to participate in Windmill Library’s Back-to-School Youth Literacy Festival, held August 20th, which enabled the university to share UNLV resources with attendees and provide much needed school supplies to youth. | |
Rebels were well represented and honored to attend the ACLU of Nevada's annual Celebration of Civil Rights event which took place on August 24th. The event recognized those from our community who have helped make impactful changes that protect and advance civil rights for all Nevadans. | |
On August 25th, UNLV partnered with Opportunity Village to support their Employee Health & Wellness Fair. This event connected Opportunity Village employees with a variety of UNLV offerings, including medical, dental, and mental health services available to them and their family members. | |
UNLV, in partnership with Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and the City of Las Vegas, hosted a community-wide fundraiser to provide relief for those impacted by the Maui fires. The event was held at Allegiant Stadium on September 30th, in advance of the UNLV-Hawaii football game, and included entertainment and activities for all ages. | |
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
CONSTANCE BROOKS
Newly appointed Vice President of Government and Community Engagement, Dr. Constance Brooks, joined UNLV in August of 2022, initially serving as Associate Vice President for the office. Brooks, who earned both a master's and Ph.D. at UNLV, has more than 15 years of experience in the areas of government affairs and community engagement and has a...(more)
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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
The Hon. Glenna Wright-Gallo
Rebels make it happen in education! UNLV alumna, lifelong educator, and accomplished leader Glenna Wright-Gallo has been named Assistant Secretary for the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services by the U.S. Department of Education. Her experience includes working in a school district as a special education teacher and an administrator before she...(more)
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COMMUNITY PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF SOUTHERN NEVADA
Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada fills the gap between school and home by providing welcoming, positive environments where kids and teens have fun, participate in life-changing programs, and build supportive...(more)
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5 OF OUR FAVORITE COLLEGE OF SCIENCES OUTREACH PROGRAMS
Universities are charged with educating students, incubating research and discovery, and forging community connections. This third category — sometimes called “engagement,” sometimes as “outreach” — is...(more)
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FORGETTING THE JONESES: FORGING YOUR OWN FINANCIAL PATH
When faced with a lucrative financial offer for more wealth than he could fathom – a wise man on a Millennium Falcon once said, “I can imagine quite a bit.” But there’s no need to imagine anything, and no waiting for the...(more)
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IMPACT OF UNLV'S SCHOOL OF MEDICINE REACHES FAR
The campus for the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV lies within the burgeoning Las Vegas Medical District, and the school’s impact is felt both in this neighborhood and far beyond. The 250 medical students, 150 faculty physicians, and...(more)
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