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- Discussions in Democracy: Hispanic and Latino engagement
Two of Nevada’s highest-ranking Latino officials took part in a discussion focused on Latino political engagement in honor of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month. - News 4 Reno - University of Nevada, Reno’s 150th anniversary book available for pre-order
The University of Nevada, Reno and the University of Nevada Press have announced that “The University of Nevada, 1874-2024: 150 Years of Inspiring Excellence,” a photo history book written by John Trent, is available for pre-order. The book incorporates stories of influential individuals throughout the University’s history and historical images of the campus provided by the University Libraries Special Collections.- Tahoe Daily Tribune - Wildfire smoke threatens lakes, too. How will it impact Lake Tahoe’s future?
“It could potentially change entire ecosystems,” says Sudeep Chandra, director of the Global Water Center at the University of Nevada, Reno, who has been at the forefront of the research efforts. – National Geographic
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For most kids, sports drinks have no advantage over plain water
How does fast food marketing affect kids?
While many restaurants have healthy options for kids, such options are rarely advertised. This undermines efforts to encourage healthy choices.
Ask the Professor: What makes a master manipulator?
Dan Jones answers questions about the dark triad of personality traits, Machiavellianism and how to deal with master manipulators
Top Stories
Sandoval’s State of the University: 150 years, with more to come
The address covered highlights from the last year, aspirations from the University’s past and a look at what the next 150 years may bring
International collaborations strengthened at Lake Tahoe Summit
USAID group hosted by University of Nevada, Reno attends Lake Tahoe Summit
Shakespearean mystery: What’s the story of newly discovered manuscript?
Handwriting similar to the playwright’s distinctive style abounds in previously unknown document
Tricia Braxton takes on role to increase the reach of Extension programming
Extension hires senior coordinator of partnerships, programs and people engagement
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Sandoval’s State of the University: 150 years, with more to come
The address covered highlights from the last year, aspirations from the University’s past and a look at what the next 150 years may bring
Origin story: from the 'Sagebrushers' to the 'Wolf Pack'
In 1922, The U. of N. Sagebrush published the first call to rename Nevada’s athletics teams. Step back in time to see how the debate transformed 'Sagebrushers' and 'Sagehens' into the iconic 'Wolf Pack'
Sagebrushers season 3 ep. 11: First Lady Lauralyn Sandoval
Lauralyn Sandoval guest hosts Sagebrushers as President Brian Sandoval becomes the interviewee in this commemorative 150th birthday episode
University of Nevada, Reno is a founding partner in a new Department of Defense Center of Excellence
New center could open opportunities for students interested in AI in military applications
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Origin story: from the 'Sagebrushers' to the 'Wolf Pack'
In 1922, The U. of N. Sagebrush published the first call to rename Nevada’s athletics teams. Step back in time to see how the debate transformed 'Sagebrushers' and 'Sagehens' into the iconic 'Wolf Pack'
Faces of the Pack: Jahahi Mazariego Contreras
Contreras discusses her passion for helping Latinx students on campus and her own experiences as a child of immigrant parents and a first-generation college student
Ask the Professor: What makes a master manipulator?
Dan Jones answers questions about the dark triad of personality traits, Machiavellianism and how to deal with master manipulators
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