Connecting Westside Families to Nutrition and Maternal Health Resources
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People |
Maria Palapa Vargas named 2025 Student Service Award winner for her work to provide lactation and nutrition support to families.
The Interview: Monique Edwards
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People |
With parents in the military, this stylish admin assistant moved around a lot as a kid — now she's assisting her colleagues in the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine.
Scientists Show Clear Molecular Connection Between Autism Spectrum Disorder and Myotonic Dystrophy
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51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ-led study in Nature Neuroscience expands our understanding of the disease linked with autism, opening possible new diagnostic and preventative approaches.
Black Mountain Institute and the Library District Present Elevations: A Salon
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Arts and Culture |
The free variety show will feature local artists and performers on May 2 at Clark County Library.
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Dance Performs 'Convergence' April 25-26
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Arts and Culture |
The concert, which will showcase milestone and capstone choreographed works and lighting, will wrap up this season of dance.
The Course: Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications
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Campus News |
Occupational Therapy 750 teaches students how to create adaptive tools to improve patient care.
Views: Our True North Amid Clouds of Uncertainty
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51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ History |
For this column from 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Magazine, Nevada journalist John L. Smith seeks context from someone, he says, "who has done everything for 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ but paint it."
The Question: How Can 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Navigate Change?
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Campus News |
To answer that, we turned to three alumni who’ve handled their fair share of turmoil. Here they share lessons learned from their respective industries.
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Jazz Hosts Annual Spring Festival April 28-30
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Arts and Culture |
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Jazz has won 52 'Downbeat' Awards â€” considered one of the highest achievements in jazz education â€” since 2010.
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Libraries/College of Urban Affairs to Host ‘We Need to Talk’ Immigration Discussion April 29
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Business and Community |
Series brings campus and community members together to learn about current events and issues.
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Honors Las Vegas Legend and Foundation Trustee Emeritus Elaine Wynn
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51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ History |
The business leader and pioneer for the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Foundation passed away April 14.
Former Resident Returns to Train New Residents
Caitlin Chen, DO, is an assistant professor and associate residency program director in the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health.
People |
After completing an out-of-state fellowship, Dr. Caitlin Chen returned to Las Vegas to inspire and educate the next generation of physicians at the school of medicine.