News: Department of Teaching and Learning

The top of a ÐÔÊӽ紫ý graduation cap overlooking a crowd of graduation students at Commencement.
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The newest Rebel grads reflect on their time at ÐÔÊӽ紫ý and share what the future holds.

man leaning against table in front of TV screen and wall that reads Dreamscape Learn
People |

This audiovisual specialist brought fun shirts and award-winning TV production experience to his job building technology spaces for Rebels.

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý letters with red flower petals falling around it
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Across generations, Rebels share how ÐÔÊӽ紫ý served as the setting for their love stories.

Closeup of a graduation cap decorated with the phrase ÐÔÊӽ紫ý 2025
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In longstanding tradition, ÐÔÊӽ紫ý president recognizes seven students whose academic and community achievements embody the Rebel spirit of the graduating class.

Kasra Ghaharian and students involved in State of AI report
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This latest initiative from the International Gaming Institute is setting the standard for ethical AI use in the industry.

closeup of hand touching herbs growing in hydroponic system
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ÐÔÊӽ紫ý, UNR Extension collaboration cultivates an early interest in science and engineering.

Kenneth Varner in red shirt and arms crossed while standing outside
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Kenny Varner, the 2025 Faculty/Staff Community Outreach Award winner, tackles the state's critical teacher shortage through the Nevada Forward Initiative.

black and white photo of Herbert Derfelt
ÐÔÊӽ紫ý History |

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý’s origin story traces back to one vote by one man, Herb Derfelt. And his legacy continues through generations of family members who followed in his educator footsteps.

Pate Thomas holds a photo of his great-grandfather Herbert Derfelt
ÐÔÊӽ紫ý History |

Pate Thomas initially had no desire to add his name to the long list of family members who became Rebels and then educators. Now? He’s a proud alum, a difference-making educator, and the boss of a brand-new high school.

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý students walking on campus
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The College of Education's National Institute for the Advancement of Education awarded four faculty research grants that will explore potential solutions for retaining Nevada's teachers.

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When not dreaming of travel or watching baseball, this administrative assistant efficiently manages the Department of Teaching and Learning.

group posing in front of sign that reads Ice Age Fossils State Park
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GeoPaths program leads to more student-centered and interactive Earth science classes.