Nicole Rupersburg

Communications Associate - Division of Research and Economic Development

Nicole Rupersburg is the Communications Associate for the Division of Research and Economic Development. She comes to 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ after working more than a decade as a freelance journalist, during which time she covered a wide range of topics including business and economic development, urban leadership, entrepreneurship, arts and culture, and food and travel. She is also experienced in marketing, social media management, and event organization. When she's not on campus, she's usually out hiking in Red Rock. 

Articles by Nicole Rupersburg

Social Media for Mobilization
hand holding cell phone with social media apps on screen
Research | June 7, 2019

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ sociology doctoral students study how two politically polarized activist groups use social media to organize and impact legislation.

The Interview: Diana Moreno
woman in front of some flowers and greenery
People | May 6, 2019

The longtime small business advisor brings her expertise and enthusiasm for entrepreneurship to fast-growing Las Vegas.

Returning to the Earth
tree on hillside
Research | May 2, 2019

Sociology doctoral student Nick Mac Murray studies activists working to change how America views and approaches the burials of their dearly departed.

Choosing the Practical to Prosper
Drew Brunson
People | March 19, 2019

Drew Brunson’s decision to attend 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s hands-on MBA program led to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for an esports career.

Advice for Turning a Bust Back to Boom: Venture Forth
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People | December 6, 2018

Two-time 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ alumnus Andrew Baca has done a little bit of everything in his career … except let setbacks stand in the way.

Practice Makes Progress
Dr. Nadia Gomez
Research | October 3, 2018

A national study on simulation training is changing how obstetrics and gynecology practitioners learn to perform surgeries.