On this episode of Let’s Talk UNLV hosts Keith and Renee are joined by the Director of the International Gaming Institute, Dr. Brett Abarbanel. Tune in to this episode for a ton of fun facts about how sports came to Vegas, gaming, and the sports business. Dr. Brett also discusses how Covid escalated Esports, resources for problem gambling and even some fun career opportunities. This is an interesting episode that you will not want to miss!
Feb 18, 2022•31 min•Ep. 58
Today on Let's Talk UNLV, Renee and guest host Danielle are joined by our most frequent guest, Environmental Health Specialist Dr. Brian Labus. Dr. Labus explains the latest COVID19 variants and symptoms. He even provides listeners with some insight into what the future will look like in the next few years. Listen now to learn more about how diseases are detected, which covid test works best, when to take a test and so much more useful information about the Coronavirus disease.
Feb 03, 2022•29 min•Ep. 57
There is a light at the end of the Covid Tunnel and Events at UNLV are picking up! On the latest episode, Renee and guest host Danielle are joined by the new Director of Conference and Event Services, Jennifer Gray. Jennifer shares her excitement about stepping into this new role, and all the events we have to look forward to this Spring semester. Tune in to learn more about resources available at the Student Union, work opportunities, how to plan an event, and more!
Feb 03, 2022•31 min•Ep. 56
This episode Keith and guest host Graduate student Danielle are joined by the Dean of the Graduate College, Dr. Kate Korgan to discuss UNLV’s Graduate College. Dr. Korgan informs the group of all the hard work and collaboration that goes into providing Graduate students with an excellent education and graduate experience. Dr. Korgan also discusses the Graduate college's “100% Solutions” motto, when assisting Graduates with whatever concerns they might have. Tune in to learn more about funding, l...
Jan 12, 2022•30 min•Ep. 55
Hosts Keith and Renee speak with Dr. David G. Schwartz, Faculty member, and campus Ombuds. David gives Keith and Renee some tips on conflict resolution, along with aligning interests and informal problem solving. The Ombuds office is a great resource for UNLV staff to seek out confidential help to any conflicts they might be having at work. David emphasizes the importance of the 4 ethical principles of the ombuds, as well as the importance of tackling the small issues before they become big issu...
Dec 30, 2021•30 min•Ep. 54
This episode hosts Keith and Renee are joined by UNLV’s Faculty Center Director, Melissa Bowles-Terry. Melissa shares the many resources provided at the Faculty Center, including mentoring groups for tenured, part-time and full time staff. The Center also offers a number of trainings for faculty members, like how to create engaging lesson plans, equity and inclusivity training, along with many other tools and resources. Tune in to hear how the Faculty Center is building a sense of community, for...
Dec 23, 2021•29 min•Ep. 53
This episode host Renee is joined by AEG Community Foundation’s Vice President, Erikk Aldrige. Tune in to hear all about the background work that goes into Las Vegas’s Day N Vegas music festival. Erikk explains how Clark County High School and College students are contributing to the event, and how students can be a part of future festivals. Renee and Erikk also discuss the ‘Three Days of Community Engagement’, their work with first generation students and more! AEG Community Foundation is dedic...
Dec 17, 2021•26 min•Ep. 52
Hosts Keith and Renee speak with Ross Bryant, Director of Veterans Services and James Taylor, the Program Coordinator for a newer program called “Veterans Integration to Academic Leadership” or VITAL. Both Ross and James are veterans working to help provide veterans students with an ample amount of resources and support here at UNLV. Discover the importance of the VITAL program, and better understand the difficulties veterans face after serving our country.
Nov 25, 2021•30 min•Ep. 51
This episode hosts Keith and Renee are joined by UNLV’s Black/African-American Program Coordinator, Egypt Howards with UNLV Student Diversity and Social Justice. Egypt discusses the growing need for mental health support in the black community, and how she is amplifying black voices, here on campus. The group also discusses the importance of advocacy, leadership, and leading with empathy.
Nov 25, 2021•28 min•Ep. 50
This episode's special guest host Natalie joins Renee to chat with a local Southern Nevada Organization NPHR (Nevadans for Palestinian Human Rights). Guests Michael Arage and Annelise Friedman provide our listeners with useful resources and information to better educate ourselves on the Palestinian fight. NPHR hosts a number of community events to debunk common misconceptions and bring awareness to the issues facing the Palestinian community. Tune in and become an advocate for Palestinian Human ...
Nov 06, 2021•27 min•Ep. 49
Host Keith is joined by Chris Viton, the Controller for UNLV’s Financial Services Department. Chris Addressed common misconceptions surrounding the Controller position within Financial Services. Tune in to get a better understanding of what the Controller does for UNLV. Find out how the Controller role keeps UNLV in compliance as well as the implementation of Workday.
Oct 21, 2021•28 min•Ep. 48
This episode host Keith is joined by UNLV’s Eileen Mcgarry Executive Director of Career Services and the Social Media Ambassador Mark Chislom. Together, Eileen and Mark explain how impactful utilizing the career center can be to students and Alumni. The group discusses social media resources, the 6 Competencies, and soft skills needed for a successful career. Get involved with the career center today for interview tips, networking events, resume building and more!
Oct 19, 2021•30 min•Ep. 47
Hosts Keith and Renee are joined by the Dean of Libraries, Maggie Farrell to discuss campus's largest resource, the Library! Maggie gets in depth about how Libraries have evolved over the years and the incredible resources available to UNLV students at the Library. Keith and Renee are surprised to learn just how much the library contributes to students and faculty through assistance with research and academics, special projects geared toward diversity and inclusion, and the various technology eq...
Oct 06, 2021•29 min•Ep. 46
This episode hosts Keith and Renee are joined by UNLV’s professor Brian Labus, Public and Environmental Health specialist. Dr. Labus breaks down the Delta Variant and explains how we can better protect ourselves from the spread. Dr. Labus also provides some insight into what the future might look like. Could events return to normal? What will the spring Semester look like? How are students here at UNLV contributing to Nevada's public health and safety in a huge way? Tune in to learn all this and...
Sep 30, 2021•29 min•Ep. 45
This episode hosts Keith and Renee (or hosts Dr. Rogers and Dr. Watson) are joined by UNLV’s Director of Social Work, Dr. Carlton Craig an experienced Social Worker, Professor and Trauma therapist. This episode provides an overview of Trauma, the effects of trauma on children and families in diverse/low income communities, trauma in relation to the pandemic, useful methods for healing trauma and a good ole Small Town showdown! Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2...
Sep 02, 2021•29 min•Ep. 44
Dr. Watson and Dr. Rogers speak to the executive director of student involvement and activities and a doctoral candidate about a justice impact project, Rebound. Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
Aug 26, 2021•28 min•Ep. 43
Dr. Rogers and Dr. Watson talk to the newly elected student government President and Vice President about their new roles. Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
Aug 26, 2021•28 min•Ep. 42
Our hosts Dr. Watson and Dr. Rogers discuss the newly rebranded Student Life segment of campus. Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
Aug 05, 2021•29 min•Ep. 41
Our hosts chat with Dean Angela Amar about the UNLV School of Nursing Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
Jun 24, 2021•30 min•Ep. 40
Our hosts speak with Dr. Vicki Rosser about the UNLV Faculty Senate Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
Jun 09, 2021•30 min•Ep. 39
Our hosts speak with faculty and students about UNLV's in-person Spring Commencement Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
Jun 03, 2021•28 min•Ep. 38
Our hosts talk with the Dr. Laura Pritchard, the Vice Provost of Undergraduate Education. Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
May 12, 2021•30 min•Ep. 37
Our hosts speak with Dr. Nicole Hudson the Associate Director of Campus relations. Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
May 05, 2021•29 min•Ep. 36
Our hosts are back to speak with Dr. William Jankoviak about love in societies around the world. Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
Apr 28, 2021•27 min•Ep. 35
Our hosts are back to talk about DACA and it's effects on UNLV students. Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a policy that allows certain individuals who meet program requirements to get request a grant of deferred action. Individuals who are granted DACA are able to renew their grant and are eligible for work authorization. Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
Apr 21, 2021•28 min•Ep. 34
On today's episode, our hosts get nostalgic. They, along with our editor Ray Fletcher, go into the journey of the Let's Talk UNLV Podcast from its inception to what they see happening in the future. Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
Mar 31, 2021•30 min•Ep. 33
And we're back with another week of dynamic student guests. Our hosts meet with Nour Benjelloun of the Men of Color Alliance to talk about the student organization and its initiatives, goals, and programmatic efforts. Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
Mar 11, 2021•26 min•Ep. 32
Our hosts sit with Ava, Kristine, and Keishmer from the Minority Serving Institution Student Council. Though they have different majors/coursework they are all working to help progress UNLV to being more than just the face of diversity. Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
Mar 03, 2021•26 min•Ep. 31
Teaching diversity in a unique space. Our hosts speak with Dr. Kendra Gage. Listen as our hosts and Dr. Gage talk about teaching African American studies and breaking down inequalities, voter suppression and so much more. Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
Feb 26, 2021•30 min•Ep. 30
Our hosts get deep with Dr. Kevin Wright on today's episode. They delve into the Student Diversity & Social Justice department and how they have been working on bettering the experience for students at UNLV. Also how UNLV can help to support students from many identity groups. Find out more and access the full show archive at https://therebelhd2.com/shows/letstalkunlv/
Feb 17, 2021•29 min•Ep. 29
