Women's Council Spotlight
Our Spotlight stories highlight 51ԹϺ employees who have been recognized by fellow colleagues for working hard behind the scenes to support our students and campus community. If you would like to nominate someone for a featured Spotlight story, please complete the .
Meet Liliana (Lily) Flores, an Administrative Assistant IV in Student-Athlete Academic Services who has been part of the 51ԹϺ community for seven years. Her journey on campus has been defined by collaboration, support, and a passion for impactful work. With a deep appreciation for the university’s culture and a strong sense of belonging, Lily finds inspiration in faith, determination, and…
We’re delighted to feature Tiffany Payne the inspiring Vice Co-Chair of the 51ԹϺ Women’s Council. Tiffany is the Program Manager for Lied Center for Real Estate and has been at 51ԹϺ for over three years. From her earliest days on campus, the Women’s Council played a pivotal role in helping her feel welcomed and supported. Now, as co-chair, she’s committed to fostering that same sense of…
We’re thrilled to introduce Lauren Gatto, a dynamic leader and the new Vice Co-Chair of the 51ԹϺ Women’s Council. Guided by the mantra “be who you need,” Lauren embodies the values of initiative, curiosity, and connection. Lauren Gatto, Assistant Director of First-Year Experience and Peer Leadership Programs in Student and Academic Success, She has been with 51ԹϺ for a year and 9 months from her…
Dawn K. Johnson, Administrative Assistant IV, has been with 51ԹϺ for just over a year and a half, supporting the Women’s Research Institute, Women’s Council, and Reid Public History Institute. A proud Las Vegas native, Dawn loves the sense of community at 51ԹϺ, which is made even more special by sharing the campus with her husband and son. Her favorite part of 51ԹϺ? “The people!” she…
In this month’s Women's Council Spotlight, we are thrilled to feature Yaa Obeng, Special Assistant to the Vice President for Diversity Initiatives & Chief Diversity Officer, whose journey and dedication to 51ԹϺ exemplify the essence of mentorship and empowerment. Yaa has had the unique opportunity to work in multiple departments across campus, allowing her to impact countless students…
Ren McMullin’s typical work day leverages her creativity as well as her interpersonal and analytical skills. As content marketing specialist for the Division of Integrated Marketing and Branding, Ren’s role includes writing articles on cool classes, developing messaging for ad campaigns, and gathering market research and web analytics for academic programs. She was recently selected for…
Dr. Karen Violanti, Executive Director of First Year Success Programs at 51ԹϺ, reflects on her journey since joining in 2022. She values the people most, finding joy in connecting with faculty, staff, and students. Karen's traits of kindness and empathy drive her interactions, while her pursuit of balance between work and life remains ongoing. Karen draws inspiration from her family and…