Topic: People

Mood Music for the Masses
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People | April 17, 2012

Can’t put your finger on what’s wrong with that trendy new restaurant? Maybe the music they’ve piped is setting the wrong tone, according to alumnus Allen Klevens.

Overturning Stereotypes
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People | April 9, 2012
New work explores race relations in the multicultural cauldron of the rural West.
For The City and State, a Critical Part of Our Future
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People | April 9, 2012

51ԹϺ Neal Smatresk on how 51ԹϺ has worked for a more diversified economy, supported the downtown renaissance, and launched innovative educational programs.

Generations of Success
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People | April 9, 2012

A landmark gift is shaping the future of the Lee Business School. Learn about the family members behind the $15 million gift and their commitment to Southern Nevada.

Charting A New Course
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People | February 28, 2012
After the construction market falters, former college dropout shines in astrophysics.
Music Alumnus Wins Grammy Award
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People | February 27, 2012

Eric Whitacre wins best choral performance for his debut album as a conductor.

Lighting Up The Crowd
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People | February 24, 2012

MBA students spark game-day excitement with their noise-activated sports apparel.

“Common Threads” Sculpture
"Common Threads" was created from about 2,000 of the more than 5,000 T-shirts left in front of the New York-New York Hotel Casino in the months following the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
People | February 3, 2012

Local artist and 51ԹϺ alumnus Troy Gillett created an inspiring art piece to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.