News: Graduate College

A brain model atop a blue plate
Research |

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ research team says high blood sugar levels appear to weaken function in key part of brain, mimicking Alzheimer’s.

spring day on 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ campus
People |

The associate vice provost of academic effectiveness plays a key role in the accreditation process. 

a faraway shot of Alissa Gardner standing between trees under the sunlight
People |

The Grad Academy director oversees development opportunities, including the Rebel Grad Slam 3 Minute Thesis Competition.

Will Collins in front of a marquee advertising a gay pride event in 1984 at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ History |

Author, activist, and alum Dennis McBride on how classmates and allies established one of the city’s first LGBTQ organizations — the Gay Academic Union.

Dustin Hines standing in front of white wall
People |

Neuropsychiatric disorder researcher finds success by setting goals just out of reach and sharing the journey to achieve them.

Rochelle Hines smiling and sitting on couch
People |

Psychology professor's research helps provide a more thorough understanding of autism spectrum disorders, schizophrenia, and developmental epilepsies.

clothing and other items from Holocaust exhibit
Campus News |

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s public history class creates exhibit to share collector's rare and powerful artifacts related to the Holocaust.

woman with dark hair wears red shirt that reads "Rebel Onboard"
Campus News |

Theresa Barrett Clark leads program to help new hires navigate their roles and build connections.

individuals involved in collaboration pose for photo
Business and Community |

The collaboration unlocks global opportunities for undergraduate students to pursue advanced degrees toward careers in diplomacy and global security.

3MT 2024 winner April Contreras standing in Hines Lab
People |

Ph.D. student April Contreras presented findings on using caraway or fennel seed without the complications that can occur in current treatments for the brain disorder.

A rear view of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ students, dressed in red caps and gowns, filtering into the Thomas & Mack Center with the stage in the background
Campus News |

An enduring 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ end-of-semester tradition is to highlight exceptional students who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

Grace Talusan in red blouse
Arts and Culture |

The author of 'The Body Papers' visits 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ as part of the Kwentuhan at Chikahan: Las Vegas Filipino Book Club series.