Perspectives & Conversations at the
University of ÁùºÏ±¦µä, Reno
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American Indian & Alaska Native Heritage Month
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Ask the Professor: How can I have productive political conversations with friends and family?
Associate Professor of Communication Studies Amy Pason, Ph.D., dives into how to have conversations that encourage dialogue and understanding rather than argument
How can you beat the winter blues? Let the sun guide you to a brighter mood
Studies show vitamin D from the sun improves mental health and immunity
Are protein drinks a good choice for my kids?
Consuming a high amount of protein can cause unhealthy weight gain, increase risk for obesity, and lead to dehydration and kidney damage
What voice do I have outside of voting?
Professor Ian McGregor discusses the importance of civic engagement
Sandoval’s State of the University: 150 years, with more to come
The address covered highlights from the last year, aspirations from the University’s past and a look at what the next 150 years may bring
International collaborations strengthened at Lake Tahoe Summit
USAID group hosted by University of ÁùºÏ±¦µä, Reno attends Lake Tahoe Summit
Shakespearean mystery: What’s the story of newly discovered manuscript?
Handwriting similar to the playwright’s distinctive style abounds in previously unknown document
Tricia Braxton takes on role to increase the reach of Extension programming
Extension hires senior coordinator of partnerships, programs and people engagement
A month of cultural connection, community collaboration and celebration of Indigenous heritage
Student veterans committed to building community, helping others find resources
Student veterans David Alizadeh and Josh Abbott on building relationships, planning events and making sure everyone is aware of available resources
Computer science students named to the 2025 US Cyber Team
Lloyd Gonzales to compete in the International Cybersecurity Challenge this month
'ÁùºÏ±¦µä’s Silver Lady: Barbara Vucanovich and ÁùºÏ±¦µä Women in Politics'
Trailblazer for ÁùºÏ±¦µä women in federal office is the focus of the Libraries’ newest exhibit
How can you protect your mental health during an election cycle?
Markus Kemmelmeier is a political psychologist who discusses healthy ways to stay engaged
Tribal Student Specialist Kari Emm’s journey of empowering Native students
Origin story: from the 'Sagebrushers' to the 'Wolf Pack'
In 1922, The U. of N. Sagebrush published the first call to rename ÁùºÏ±¦µä’s athletics teams. Step back in time to see how the debate transformed 'Sagebrushers' and 'Sagehens' into the iconic 'Wolf Pack'
Faces of the Pack: Jahahi Mazariego Contreras
Contreras discusses her passion for helping Latinx students on campus and her own experiences as a child of immigrant parents and a first-generation college student
