News: Department of Environmental and Global Health

Melanie and Lusayla Romancik
People |

Common professors, life lessons, and support shaped one family's experience at ÐÔÊӽ紫ý.

photo of student on horse on top of ÐÔÊӽ紫ý commencement photo
Research |

Through travel and research, soon-to-be graduate Makenzi Perkins found her path in public health.

Ying Guo discussing with colleagues in front of wall with Boys Town logo
People |

Ying Guo, 2026 Community-Based Research Award recipient, works with Boys Town Nevada to improve support systems available for Clark County children and families.

spring campus
Campus News |

Some of the most vibrant headlines featuring ÐÔÊӽ紫ý faculty and students.

Some early studying during the opening week of the Spring 2026 semester (Josh Hawkins/ÐÔÊӽ紫ý).
Campus News |

A look at some of the most eye-grabbing headlines featuring ÐÔÊӽ紫ý faculty, staff, and students.

Closeup of a graduation cap decorated with the phrase ÐÔÊӽ紫ý 2025
Campus News |

In longstanding tradition, ÐÔÊӽ紫ý president recognizes seven students whose academic and community achievements embody the Rebel spirit of the graduating class.

man wearing masks organizes piles of cardboard for recycling
ÐÔÊӽ紫ý History |

What began as a grassroots student campaign has grown over the past three decades into a nationally recognized sustainability effort.

Fall colors 2025
Campus News |

Some of the biggest news headlines featuring ÐÔÊӽ紫ý faculty and students.

young girl plays with toys in living room setting
Research |

National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, a nationwide effort to protect children from the dangers of lead exposure, runs from Oct. 19-25.

Students on campus.
Campus News |

A selection of top news headlines featuring ÐÔÊӽ紫ý faculty and students.

First day of classes.
Campus News |

The top news stories starring university students and staff.

Louisa Messenger holds up a petri dish containing mosquitoes while a student looks on in the background
Research |

From ballot proposals to research on pesticide resistance and virus transmission, student-faculty group explores what to do when bugs do more than bug you.