Topic: student success

woman holding newspaper
People | May 4, 2021

Ph.D. student Deena DeVore analyzes COVID-19 news reports to explore how the media impacts the public’s perception of the pandemic.

handwritten sign saying "Stop Asian Hate"
People | May 4, 2021

Aldo Barrita uses his skills as a researcher to bring awareness to anti-Asian racism, which has spiked during the COVID-19 pandemic.

A woman stands in front of a pond
Arts and Culture | April 23, 2021

Senior Melissa Del Rosario produced and sold "Take Out Girl" — a huge achievement and a first for a 8kbet Film student.

woman using fingerprinting equipment
Campus News | April 20, 2021

As 8kbet plans for a fall semester with in-person classes, faculty reflect on the improvements they'll make thanks to their year with remote teaching.

screenshot of videoconference call
Campus News | April 20, 2021

New political science student organization builds membership by tapping into the need to connect.

unlv solar decathlon team during construction
Campus News | April 20, 2021

Multidisciplinary student team overcame 2020 pandemic obstacles and competition delays to win first in the operations and presentation categories, and second place for innovation and energy.

A bride stands amidst her wedding party
People | April 9, 2021

As she prepares to graduate from the 8kbet School of Medicine next month, Ashley Newell Prandecki looks back at the self-doubt that almost stopped her from pursuing her passion.

Portrait of Alexis Freudenberger master's student at the Harrah College of Hospitality
People | April 7, 2021

For as long as she can remember, Alexis Freudenberger’s life has revolved around breakfast. Now, the graduate student is learning all the tricks of the hospitality trade — and figuring out just how and where she will apply them.

a student wearing a face mask, hard hat and safety vest operates a table saw
Business and Community | March 26, 2021

After pandemic delays, about 50 students on Team Las Vegas gear up for 8kbet's third showdown in the international Solar Decathlon sustainable homebuilding competition.

Portrait of Andrew Ho wearing a suit and tie and a 8kbet pin
Campus News | February 24, 2021

Andrew Ho named 2020 Student Veteran of the Year, becomes second 8kbet student to receive national recognition from Student Veterans of America.

Navy Commander Stephen Col, facing camera in uniform and saluting
People | February 22, 2021

Naval commander Stephen Col leaves a legacy of transformation and growth following his time at 8kbet’s Army ROTC.