How does online marketing of foods and drinks affect kids?
Children are more likely to ask for and consume unhealthy foods and drinks marketed to them through social media and online games
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- Delegates from Kazakhstan visit the University of Nevada, Reno Seismology Lab
The University of Nevada, Reno hosted a panel of seismological experts from Kazakhstan. They toured one of the most advanced earthquake labs in the United States at the University. - KOLO 8 News - New Wolf Pack map available for University of Nevada, Reno students
The map allows you to click on buildings to see what they look like, as well as descriptions of buildings and shortcuts to classes. - News 4 - ASUN President Dawson Deal discusses the benefits of taking public transportation as a student
The bus is free for students who have a valid student ID. – RTC "Road Ahead" - Google to invest $400 million in Nevada
The investment will help meet the demand for innovators, Google Cloud, and other digital products. – KOLO 8 News
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Should I give my kids foods and drinks sweetened with monk fruit?
While generally recognized as safe, the nonnutritive sweetener may cause children to prefer sweeter foods, which can impact their health, wellness and weight
What does the U.S. Department of Education actually do?
Professor Shanon Taylor discusses the role of the U.S. Department of Education
Aspartame: Is it safe for kids?
This additive is used to make food and drinks taste sweet without adding a lot of extra calories. As you decide what’s best for you and your family, consider these points
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Tricia Braxton takes on role to increase the reach of Extension programming
Extension hires senior coordinator of partnerships, programs and people engagement
Two new programs have been added to prepare students for the growing outdoor recreation industry demand
Artown on the Quad at the University of Nevada, Reno
Four free events will take place throughout July
Nature article proposes new way to identify faults that might pose earthquake risk
The researchers found geometric complexity of nearby faults could play a role in the risk of earthquakes
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University Libraries’ Vault Studio Classroom: A rare gem in academia
Special Collections aspires to be a welcoming, inspiring, and vital primary source laboratory for inquiry and discovery.
Great Basin Mural celebration on Sept. 19 part of the University’s sesquicentennial celebrations
Artist Autumn Harry to discuss how her vision has come to life
Sanford Center for Aging receives $783,000 in grant funding
Funding will support programs for older adults in fiscal year 2025
New Extension educator to boost farming productivity and sustainability in rural Nevada
Andrew Waaswa will develop targeted training programs to support agricultural producers
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Sagebrushers season 3 ep. 10: Lilley Museum Director Stephanie Gibson
Gibson and University President Sandoval discuss notable artworks, student engagement in the arts and more
University of Nevada, Reno hosts their second annual Latinx Parent Welcome ‘Mi Casa es su Casa’
The event celebrates the Latinx community and is an opportunity for families to connect with the University
Featuring wayfinding, campus tours, Lake Tahoe and more
University of Nevada, Reno signs agreements with two universities in Italy
The international collaborations focus on sustainability, student research and the study of lakes