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Asian family of four eating dinner at a table

Use COVID-19 time at home to foster healthy family relationships

University of Nevada, Reno Extension provides information on avoiding strife, improving communication

April 30, 2020
Arts & culture
Black and White image of a lamb standing on grass

Connecting with community "One Item-A-Day"

Social media outreach effort featured on the Basque Library's Facebook page showcases unique photographs housed in the Basque Library's digital archive

April 30, 2020
Research & Innovation
Dr. Paul Hartley sits at genomics sequencing machine in laboratory

Genomics sequencing of Nevada COVID-19 samples is under way

University’s Nevada Genomics Center joins with State Health Lab and School of Medicine researchers to advance scientific knowledge of novel coronavirus through DNA sequencing

April 29, 2020
Campus life & athletics
Student writes notes in front of their laptop and phone.

University moves 2020 New Student Orientation online

The shift to a virtual format ensures participant safety as the University of Nevada, Reno continues to navigate large-scale events during the COVID-19 pandemic

April 29, 2020
The University of Nevada, Reno campus

University to continue “Staying Home for Nevada” until further notice

President Johnson addresses University community and includes medical perspective presentation in latest message

April 29, 2020
Impact & student success
A piece featured in Mariah Vargas’ thesis exhibition, “Lover,” in Student Galleries South on campus.

School of the Arts’ #ArtAt6Feet series: Supporting visual arts remotely

BFA candidate Mariah Vargas shares her experience – and new creations – during social distancing

April 29, 2020
Impact & student success
Meghan Anderson, Alyssa Campbell, and Patricia Ascano

Student Peer Research Consultants providing virtual research support for assignments, final papers

"We are a really great resource for students. We may not be on campus, but we're still here to help you!" Alyssa Campbell, student Peer Research Consultant for the University Libraries

April 29, 2020
Arts & culture
Child wearing a mask with hand up gesturing stop

How do I take care of my kids during a pandemic?

Lydia DeFlorio, associate professor of human development and family studies offers advice to parents about taking care of children during the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 29, 2020
Top left, John Villanueva, top right, Nickie Moore, and bottom middle, Phil Sharp pose for a screenshot after the online presentation of awards for the festival finals of the National Online Forensics tournament.

Nevada strikes gold, claims championship at online nationals

Undergraduate students Nickie Moore and John Villanueva claim ‘Superior’ award; team places fourth for season overall

April 28, 2020
Science & technology
a red flag fluttering in the breeze

Watch out for junk science amid COVID-19

University gives tips for recognizing unfounded health and nutrition claims

April 28, 2020
Research & Innovation
Teacher wearing a mask while looking at a cell phone.

Finding 50 ways for behavior analysis student trainees to get fieldwork experience during COVID-19

College of Education’s Brighid Fronapfel and MaryAnn Demchak create badly needed guidelines

April 28, 2020
Impact & student success
Hannah posing with hoof pick

4-H offers activities to keep youth members engaged during quarantine

Elko County 4-H hosts online scavenger hunt and photo contest for members

April 28, 2020