Health & Medicine

Fitness as we age

The many benefits of exercising for older adults

A woman stands in front of two older adults working out on rower machines.
Aug. 7, 2026
Impact & Student Success

From the lab to the boardroom: First-gen alum builds career as a strategy leader

Dominique Daniel credits faculty mentors with shaping a career spanning research, biotechnology strategy and leadership

Dominique Daniel shakes hands with the provost during her degree conferral ceremony.
Aug. 6, 2026
Health & Medicine

Marena Works remembered as a force for a healthier Nevada

The alumna and public health leader built lasting connections among the University and Nevada’s public health workforce and the communities she served

Marena Works surrounded by members of the School of Public Health Alumni Chapter board.
Aug. 6, 2026
Education & Public Service

Constitutional scholars bring the country’s biggest legal questions to the Lake Tahoe campus

The Center for Constitutional Law welcomed top scholars for public discussions on democracy, civic education and constitutional interpretation

The Center for Constitutional Law speakers at an event.
Aug. 5, 2026
Health & Medicine

UNR Med honors the life and legacy of Anton P. Sohn, M.D.

A celebration of life will be held at the Savitt Medical Library on Aug. 9, 2026

Anton P. Sohn.
Aug. 5, 2026
Education & Public Service

Building a strong early childhood workforce

University of Nevada, Reno Extension early childhood education expert Cathy Peshlakai discusses social and psychological changes in the child care landscape and why continued investment matters to Nevada's future

An early childhood educator interacting with children in a class.
Aug. 5, 2026
Health & Medicine

Partnership brings theatre techniques to nursing practice

Collaboration between the Orvis School of Nursing, College of Liberal Arts and Renown Health equips nurses with tools for trauma-informed care

Melodie Osborn, Charlie Yingling, Adi Cabral and Molly Kokenge standing in front of a Renown banner at the Nursing Grand Rounds
Aug. 5, 2026
Research & Innovation

Tal-Gan lab earns University’s 2026 Excellence in Laboratory Safety Award

Students and faculty make safety the first step

Thirteen people stand in front of and next to the Block N monument on the University campus on a sunny day, smiling for a photo.
Aug. 4, 2026
Health & Medicine

Brewing Better Health: Why positive experiences matter in childhood

Epidemiologist Kristen Clements-Nolle explains how supportive relationships can help protect children from adversity and strengthen health throughout their lives

Kristen Clements-Nolle, Ph.D, and Dean Muge Akpinar-Elci discuss public health over Turkish coffee.
Aug. 4, 2026
Health & Medicine

Experiences of the Pack: Sheena Harvey, Ph.D., presents during CBESS program

'Finding belonging through fitness before college begins'

Sheena at the front of a classroom, presenting to a classroom full of students.
Aug. 4, 2026
Education & Public Service

Wool of university-bred Rafter 7 sheep getting even finer: Sale set for Sept. 12

University of Nevada, Reno ram sale to be held in Eureka, Nevada

Two rams standing in a pasture.
Aug. 4, 2026
Education & Public Service

What do I need to know about the cyclosporiasis outbreak?

A public health and nutrition expert explains the risks, symptoms and food safety steps consumers should take amid the ongoing outbreak

Testing salad for cyclosporiasis parasite contamination in a lab.
Aug. 3, 2026
Education & Public Service

Giant sequoias evolved with fire – new study shows it can still save them

Study in the world's largest giant sequoia grove finds prescribed fire cut tree mortality by more than half during the 2020 Castle Fire

The research team posed underneath a giant sequoia.
Aug. 3, 2026
Education & Public Service

Nevada high school students explore STEM, health careers through community-focused research at the University of Nevada, Reno

The Community of Bilingual English-Spanish Speakers program brought 31 students to campus for hands-on experiences, college preparation and community-focused research

A group of CBESS students pose for a photo with Brian Sandoval on the University of Nevada, Reno campus.
Aug. 3, 2026

Protein engineering research backed by $2 million NIH grant

Maryam Raeeszadeh-Sarmazdeh’s work could lead to new therapies

Maryam outside, smiling.
July 31, 2026

There is another way: A reflection on dementia, the Camino de Santiago and Walking the Talk for Dementia 2026

Jennifer Carson, Ph.D., reflects on how walking the Camino de Santiago revealed a more human approach to dementia rooted in freedom, belonging and support

Jennifer Carson, Ph.D., finishes the Camino de Santiago with friends.
July 31, 2026

NSF CAREER Award supports research in multi-robot systems for precision agriculture

Assistant Professor Parikshit Maini explores how drones and ground robots can work together

Man standing on outdoor cement stairway, building behind him with letters that read William N. Pennington Engineering.
July 30, 2026

Faces of the Pack: Shelby Garrison

Physician Assistant Studies Class of 2026 student shares her passion for serving rural and underserved communities

Physician assistant studies student, Shelby Garrison.
July 29, 2026

Nevada Athletics' Kim Gross a recipient of inaugural President’s Award for Research, Innovation, and Scholarly Impact

Gross will receive a Catalyst Award to support a mentorship program designed to build sustainable academic habits that support long-term success

Student-athletes watching presentation at welcome back.
July 28, 2026

Building a healthier Nevada

Inside the state’s first and only integrated academic health system at UNR Med and Renown Health

The University of Nevada, Reno campus and downtown Reno with the Sierra Nevada mountains in the skyline.
July 28, 2026