News: Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

female student in green sweater looks through microscope
Campus News |

A program in the School of Life Sciences is improving retention and graduation rates through mentoring services and better course design.

woman in professional clothing posing by a wooden railing
People |

Named the 2026 ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Classified Staff Rookie of the Year, Jennifer Belch brings a service-first mindset to supporting alumni engagement.

A red mortarboard decorated with flowers and the message "My dream blossomed"
Campus News |

Plus: Watch the Spring 2026 Commencement recap video.

Melanie and Lusayla Romancik
People |

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

The top of a ÐÔÊӽ紫ý graduation cap overlooking a crowd of graduation students at Commencement.
People |

The newest Rebel grads reflect on their time at ÐÔÊӽ紫ý and share what the future holds.

Joyce Woodhouse in light blue blazer
People |

Joyce Woodhouse leaves Nevada better for children and families.

James Sarmiento wearing ÐÔÊӽ紫ý commencement robe in front of Rebels Make It Happen sign
People |

How mentorship and industry connections helped ÐÔÊӽ紫ý student James Sarmiento turn years of uncertainty into professional success.

Clarisse Andrada out on a nature trail
Campus News |

Through a public health class project tied to the Neon to Nature app, students are updating outdoor route information across the valley.

Angelique Burton in front of ÐÔÊӽ紫ý sign on academic mall
People |

At the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý School of Social Work, this professional programs manager helps students navigate college through connection and mentorship.

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.

Billy Owensby, Lisa Dirk, Ryan Sousa sit together during study group
Research |

Although their journeys to graduation day are all different, these three social work students share how ÐÔÊӽ紫ý brought them together outside the classroom.

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People |

The Eileen McGarry Career Champion of the Year focuses on the 'how' and 'why' of career readiness.