In a season marked by excellence in both practice and education, Dr. Declan Feery, a fourth‑year resident at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine, has secured the Outstanding Resident‑Teacher Award for the second time. His achievement highlights the convergence of military precision, surgical skill, and a passion for instruction. From a Hospital Bed to a […]
University of Nevada, Las Vegas has opened a new chapter in international education with the establishment of the Sands Institute for Chinese Language and Culture. Backed by a $15 million endowment from the Las Vegas Sands Corporation, the institute will bring Mandarin instruction, cultural study, and global exchange programs directly to students, faculty, and the community. […]
The holiday season brings joy, community, and a host of celebrations. With that excitement comes increased risks — from kitchen fires to electrical hazards. UNLV’s Risk Management & Safety team has compiled clear, actionable guidance to help families, schools, and businesses on campus, and beyond, celebrate without incident. Kitchen Safety During Festive Cooking Food preparation […]
From a Classroom Proposal to a Campus‑Wide Movement When Tara Pike, a senior in the nascent environmental studies program, stepped into the University of Nevada, Las Vegas’ Board of Regents meeting in 1995, she carried more than a five‑page document. She carried a vision that would, over three decades, reshape the way the campus manages […]
Introducing a Fresh Vision for Student Union Life When a seasoned veteran of student affairs steps into a new role, the opportunities for change are immediate and tangible. Adrianne Smith, who has spent more than 25 years honing her leadership across campus arenas, arrived at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) with a clear […]
From Personal Experience to Page: How Professor Danit Brown Turned Motherhood into a Novel When an English professor faces the realities of becoming a parent, the line between fiction and lived experience can blur. Danit Brown, a faculty member at Albion College, has used the raw emotions of early motherhood to guide the narrative of […]
Why the Grant Matters for Albion College Albion College’s recent receipt of a $65,000 grant from the Native American Heritage Fund (NAHF) signals a deliberate move toward deeper collaboration with the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP). The funds will be used for culturally appropriate exhibits and co‑management plans at the campus’s Whitehouse Nature […]
Albion College’s commitment to practical, hands‑on education has been strengthened by two generous alumni contributions that reinforce the campus’s Experiential Learning Initiative, known as the Community Collaborative (AC3). These gifts are not merely financial inflows; they unlock new internship opportunities, deepen community partnerships, and broaden the reach of Albion’s academic programs for students and local […]
Southwestern University’s Strategic Recruitment Vision When a university appoints an interim vice president for strategic recruitment and enrollment, it signals a commitment to strengthen the pipeline of high‑quality applicants and to align admissions efforts with institutional goals. Southwestern University’s recent hire, Ray Brown, brings more than 40 years of enrollment expertise, including leading the admission and […]
Understanding the Path from Liberal Arts to FinTech Leadership Philip Moffatt ’20’s journey from a small Texas campus to a senior role at Morgan Stanley illustrates how a well‑rounded liberal‑arts education can be a powerful launchpad for high‑finance careers. His story is not an isolated anecdote; it reflects a broader trend in which graduates from schools […]