
Topic: People


A Passionate Drive
Tough past motivates 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ student to college and business success.

BeatrÃz Alcala: The Power of Higher Education
Beatriz was a good student but college seemed impossible. Then 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ and the Millennium Scholarship came along.

Alex Gill: The Power of Higher Education
Alex came to 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ to fulfill his dream of becoming a doctor and also gained a passion for volunteering through 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ programs.

Bringing Together a Heritage and a Career
Graduate student and instructor Crystal Lee started a nonprofit organization to pair American Indian youngsters and mentors.

Tony and Elaine Sanchez: The Power of Higher Education
The power duo got their start of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ, but didn't discover the important role it plays in the community until after graduation.

Class Notes, 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Magazine, Spring 2011
What have your fellow 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ graduates been up to? Read about their latest accomplishments.

Old-School Food
Alumnus Brett Ottolenghi builds a company as a treasure hunter for some of Las Vegas' top chefs.

Psychologist Achieves 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s Highest Honor
Christopher Kearney's work offers insight about why kids might refuse to go to school.

2011 Professional Staff Member of the Year: Michael Wilde
Wilde's enthusiastic advocacy prompt colleagues to nominate him for award.

A Different Pour
Joe Carter of the Thomas & Mack Center is using the Bottoms Up beer dispensing system to speed up beer lines and to provide patrons with a commemorative magnet and fun experience.

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ President Honored
Neal Smatresk awarded prestigious honor from his alma mater.