News: School of Public Health

A portait of former 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ defensive lineman, Ammir Aziz, throwing a football.
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Former 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ lineman Ammir Aziz uses his experience to block suicide in young people of color through the nonprofit The Defensive Line.

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School of Public Health's partnership with the nonprofit addresses mental health issues in Southern Nevada.

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News highlights featuring 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ students and staff who made (refreshing) waves in the headlines.

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People |

The native Nevadan and triple alumna is devoted to making our community better through the Nevada Institute for Children's Research & Policy.

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The 30-member team under the direction of Abby Wood took special care after Dec. 6 to repair damage to the Student Union.

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News highlights starring 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ students and faculty who made local and national headlines.

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Public Health professor Erika Marquez receives 2024 Community Engagement Award for her work breaking down barriers to reach marginalized communities.

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Partnership with the Las Vegas Raiders uses sports to boost body image and mental well-being of teenage girls.

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The awards recognize faculty, staff, and students who leverage 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ's resources for the benefit of our many communities.

Spring Flowers (Becca Schwartz)
Campus News |

A roundup of the top news stories featuring 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ students and faculty.

A 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ banner that reads "Rebels make it happen" hangs from a light pole.
Campus News |

Estefania Sandoval has her eyes on a career in health law to advocate for patients in minority and immigrant communities.

Dr. Ovunc Bardakcioglu (left), associate professor and chief of colorectal surgery, and class of 2025 medical student Jessica Fields during a robotic surgery simulation training.
Business and Community |

The development of a 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Academic Health Center will provide high-value quality care for the community, a source of economic diversity for our economy, and cutting-edge research.