This economic geologist talks about being in a state where the mining industry thrives and about the difficulty of getting his 6-foot 4-inch frame into a running helicopter on rough ground.
From the Spring 2017 issue of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Magazine.
Lindy Schumacher receives the 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Alumni Association's Silver State Award for her ongoing support of the university.
With limited options in Nevada for top-notch scientists, two 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ grads welcome the high-tech jobs that the marijuana industry brought.
John Guedry, the Business Alumnus of the Year, says his degree opened doors for changing the community
Alumni Association honors marketing professor Jack Schibrowsky with its Outstanding Faculty Award.
Terry Shonkwiler given the Achievement in Service Award.
Sara Leoni, the College of Urban Affairs Alumna of the Year, finds that a great team can last a lifetime.
Tomas C. Walker, the 2017 Nursing Alumnus of the Year, working to develop an artificial pancreas to help patients with diabetes.
Herb J. Santos Jr., the Liberal Arts Alumnus of the Year, finds opportunity in adversity.
Jason Smylie, the Honors College Alumnus of the Year, invests in Capriotti's and ends up owning the company.
Maria Barton, the Allied Health Sciences Alumna of the Year, finds the payoff in helping others.