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University of Nevada, Reno’s Day at the Museum returns Oct. 18 | University of Nevada, Reno The event is free and open to the public

A fall tradition returns! Join us Oct 18th for @unevadareno.bsky.social 's Day at the Museum!

The bees, butterflies, and snakes at the Natural History Museum are always a big highlight! #reno #northernnevada #renotahoe

www.unr.edu/nevada-today...

09.10.2025 20:37 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

@unevadareno.bsky.social Biology Assistant Professor Misty Riddle featured in this career profile in @dev-journal.bsky.social!

(We love the shout-out to former Biology Facilities Manager Lou Christensen!)

24.09.2025 17:03 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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β€œRaΓ­ces Brillantes” (Brilliant Roots) is a stunning new mural at the Latino Research Center. Created by Reno-based artist Edwin Martinez-Escobar, this colorful and powerful work spans three walls in Edmund J. Cain Hall, weaving together stories of heritage, family, tradition, and triumph. #VamosPack

18.09.2025 16:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Orvis School of Nursing Dean Charles Yingling, University President Brian Sandoval, and Associate Dean Shannon Richards seated at a desk with podcast equipment, each holding up a Wolf Pack hand sign.

Orvis School of Nursing Dean Charles Yingling, University President Brian Sandoval, and Associate Dean Shannon Richards seated at a desk with podcast equipment, each holding up a Wolf Pack hand sign.

In this episode of Sagebrushers, Dr. Charlie Yingling, dean of the Orvis School of Nursing, and associate dean Dr. Shannon Richard provide insight into the strategies they are using to address Nevada’s nursing shortage and prepare students to serve rural communities. www.unr.edu/nevada-today...

10.09.2025 15:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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@unevadareno.bsky.social has officially opened the John Tulloch Business Building! From high-tech classrooms and a real-time trading floor to the Ozmen Center for Entrepreneurship and the Student Outreach Center, it’s packed with opportunities for students to thrive!πŸΊπŸ’™

27.08.2025 02:18 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A crowd of students gathered in the bleachers under a sign that says "Welcome Incoming Class of 2029"

A crowd of students gathered in the bleachers under a sign that says "Welcome Incoming Class of 2029"

President Brian Sandoval speaking at a podium with the University of Nevada, Reno logo

President Brian Sandoval speaking at a podium with the University of Nevada, Reno logo

Wolf Pack mascot Alphie dancing in the bleachers surrounded by students

Wolf Pack mascot Alphie dancing in the bleachers surrounded by students

Gold fireworks lighting up a black night sky

Gold fireworks lighting up a black night sky

This past weekend, the fall semester kicked off with a bang with a huge Opening Ceremony featuring President Brian Sandoval welcoming the Class of 2029 at Mackay Stadium! πŸŽ† 🐺 To all of our new Wolf Pack students, your journey is just beginning as you make Nevada your new home. πŸ’™

18.08.2025 22:48 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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At the @unevadareno.bsky.social, innovation is part of the journey. With 500+ academic programs and a commitment to real-world learning, we prepare students to shape what’s next. Find what’s next for you, learn more at unr.edu.

07.08.2025 21:39 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We played β€œGuess the Major” with @unevadareno.bsky.social students and this is how it went! πŸ“šπŸŽ“

17.07.2025 15:38 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Professor Emeritus Richard Tracy named an Ecological Society of America Fellow | University of Nevada, Reno ESA is the major professional society for ecologists in the US

A nice article about @unevadareno.bsky.social Prof. Emeritus Richard (Dick)Tracy's recent election as an @ecologicalsociety.bsky.social Fellow!

www.unr.edu/nevada-today...

16.07.2025 23:43 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
President Brian Sandoval with Jennifer Pearson in the podcast studio

President Brian Sandoval with Jennifer Pearson in the podcast studio

On this episode of #Sagebrushers, President Brian Sandoval speaks with @publichealthunr.bsky.social Associate Professor Jennifer Pearson. Pearson provides insight surrounding misconceptions of the health impacts that organic and electronic cigarettes have on consumers. Listen now at bit.ly/461XXnM

09.07.2025 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy first day of summer! πŸ˜Žβ˜€οΈ It’s a quiet summer day at the @unevadareno.bsky.social, so why not enjoy a peaceful walk through campus?

20.06.2025 17:07 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
University President Brian Sandoval with Yani Dickens in the podcast studio

University President Brian Sandoval with Yani Dickens in the podcast studio

On this episode of the #Sagebrushers podcast, President Brian Sandoval sits down with Yani Dickens, director of Counseling Services, about mental health resources for students, reducing barriers to access and combating stigmas around mental health. Listen now at www.unr.edu/.../sagebrus...

28.05.2025 16:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A group of four graduates at the commencement ceremony

A group of four graduates at the commencement ceremony

A group of graduates in front of the stage at commencement

A group of graduates in front of the stage at commencement

A graduate gives the University president a hug on stage at commencement

A graduate gives the University president a hug on stage at commencement

A graduate in an Army dress jacket shakes the hand of a University Dean on stage at commencement

A graduate in an Army dress jacket shakes the hand of a University Dean on stage at commencement

Our final Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony celebrated graduates from the College of Education, the School of Public Health and Speech Pathology and Audiology from the School of Medicine, as well as graduates from the Path 2 Independence program. Congratulations #GradsOfThePack! #NVGrad2025

17.05.2025 17:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A graduate walking across the stage of commencement holding his degree

A graduate walking across the stage of commencement holding his degree

Three graduates hold up Wolf Pack hand signs at commencement

Three graduates hold up Wolf Pack hand signs at commencement

Marilyn Newton receives an honorary degree at commencement

Marilyn Newton receives an honorary degree at commencement

Family of Elder Ralph Burns accept an honorary degree at commencement

Family of Elder Ralph Burns accept an honorary degree at commencement

Day 2 of Spring Commencement Ceremonies ends as we celebrate graduates from the College of Engineering and College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources, as well as awarding honorary degrees to Marilyn Newton and the late Elder Ralph Burns. Congratulations #GradsOfThePack! #NVGrad2025

17.05.2025 00:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Two graduates pose with each other

Two graduates pose with each other

A graduate raises his diploma in the air as he walks off the stage

A graduate raises his diploma in the air as he walks off the stage

Three graduates take a selfie together

Three graduates take a selfie together

A graduate gives a Wolf Pack hand signal in commencement regalia

A graduate gives a Wolf Pack hand signal in commencement regalia

The second day of Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremonies started with a burst of energy as we celebrated our College of Business graduates! Congratulations #GradsOfThePack, now is your chance to make your mark on the world and show what #PackPride is all about! #NVGrad2025

16.05.2025 18:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A group of University of Nevada, Reno graduates at commencement

A group of University of Nevada, Reno graduates at commencement

A graduate receives a diploma from a professor

A graduate receives a diploma from a professor

Two graduates hold up their caps at the commencement ceremony

Two graduates hold up their caps at the commencement ceremony

A group of graduates seated at the commencement ceremony

A group of graduates seated at the commencement ceremony

What an incredible first day of our Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremonies! πŸ’ 🐺 Congratulations to the amazing #GradsOfThePack from the College of Liberal Arts, the Reynolds School of Journalism, and the Orvis School of Nursing. Go forth and make the Wolf Pack proud! #NVGrad2025

16.05.2025 00:44 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A graduate wearing a decorated mortarboard that reads "I never dreamed of SUCCESS I WORKED for it," adorned with blue and white flowers and butterflies.

A graduate wearing a decorated mortarboard that reads "I never dreamed of SUCCESS I WORKED for it," adorned with blue and white flowers and butterflies.

Two graduates smiling, wearing caps, gowns, and honor cords at a graduation ceremony.

Two graduates smiling, wearing caps, gowns, and honor cords at a graduation ceremony.

A person in a graduation cap and gown, adorned with colorful leis and a sash that reads "Nevada," smiling in front of a brick building with greenery in the background.

A person in a graduation cap and gown, adorned with colorful leis and a sash that reads "Nevada," smiling in front of a brick building with greenery in the background.

Three graduates in caps and gowns, smiling at an outdoor graduation ceremony. The one in the middle wears a lei and the others have honor cords.

Three graduates in caps and gowns, smiling at an outdoor graduation ceremony. The one in the middle wears a lei and the others have honor cords.

Today is the first of our Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies, and first we're celebrating our incredible College of Science and School of Social Work graduates! πŸŽ‰ πŸŽ“ Congratulations, #GradsOfThePack! Every one of you is now a part of the rich tapestry of our University's history. #NVGrad2025

15.05.2025 20:12 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
President Brian Sandoval in the podcast studio with Director of Dual Credit Initiatives Joe Nannini, both giving a Wolf Pack salute.

President Brian Sandoval in the podcast studio with Director of Dual Credit Initiatives Joe Nannini, both giving a Wolf Pack salute.

In this episode of the #Sagebrushers podcast, President Brian Sandoval speaks with Director of Dual Credit Initiatives Joe Nannini about the University's Collegiate Academy Program. Listen now: www.unr.edu/nevada-today...

07.05.2025 23:17 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A large group of people outside of the Nevada Legislature

A large group of people outside of the Nevada Legislature

The #PackPride was in full force this week as over 200 students, staff and faculty attended the Day at the Legislature! Thank you to the Office of Government Relations for organizing this incredible event, and to our amazing Nevada lawmakers for their support of the Wolf Pack. #NVLeg #PackAtTheLeg

02.05.2025 18:48 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Grads of the Pack: Elizabeth Walsh | University of Nevada, Reno Biochemistry doctoral graduate Elizabeth Walsh was selected as a 2024 AAAS Mass Media Fellow. Here she shares her experiences in the Hitchcock Project for Visualizing Science and advice for scientists...

From lab coats to newsrooms πŸ§ͺπŸ“° Meet one of this year’s #GradsofthePack: Elizabeth Walsh, a biochemistry Ph.D. graduate at @unevadareno.bsky.social and Hitchcock Project student who was awarded a 2024 @aaas.org Mass Media Fellowship. We can’t wait to keep reading her work!
www.unr.edu/nevada-today...

01.05.2025 18:59 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Class of 1892 Commencement, (second University of Nevada graduating class), 1892. Graduating students from the second graduating class of the university include William Barney, Blanche Davis, Albert Lewers, and Frederick Stadtmuller, all posing for a commencement photograph. Blanche Davis was the first women graduate and the fifth student to receive a Bachelor's of Art from the University of Nevada. Creator: Riverside Gallery (Reno), 1892. From University of Nevada, Reno Library's Campus Images digital collection.

Class of 1892 Commencement, (second University of Nevada graduating class), 1892. Graduating students from the second graduating class of the university include William Barney, Blanche Davis, Albert Lewers, and Frederick Stadtmuller, all posing for a commencement photograph. Blanche Davis was the first women graduate and the fifth student to receive a Bachelor's of Art from the University of Nevada. Creator: Riverside Gallery (Reno), 1892. From University of Nevada, Reno Library's Campus Images digital collection.

Next up: flashback to 1892 and @unevadareno.bsky.social's 2nd graduating class! Pictured are William Barney, Blanche Davis, Albert Lewers, and Frederick Stadtmuller; Blanche Davis was the 1st women graduate and the 5th student to receive a Bachelor's of Art from the University of Nevada.

01.05.2025 20:13 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Research continues to show Nevada casinos expose patrons to secondhand smoke As Nevadans call for action to protect themselves from secondhand smoke and prevent tobacco addiction, researchers at the University of Nevada, Reno, are working to show the public and lawmakers the d...

🚬 New research from @unevadareno.bsky.social shows secondhand smoke spreads throughout Nevada casinosβ€”even in β€œnonsmoking” areas. Despite ventilation, guests & workers are still exposed.

πŸ“ Story by student Lily Wright for @thisisreno.bsky.social
hitchcockproject.org/research-con...

24.04.2025 22:01 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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U Nevada Reno Precollege Experience Boosts Student Outcomes The University of Nevada, Reno, requires new students to attend classes and participate in workshops prior to starting the term. The intervention has reduced equity gaps and ensured students are colle...

Student Success | A Practice Week on Campus as a College Student

The @unevadareno.bsky.social, requires new students to attend classes and participate in workshops prior to starting the term. The intervention has reduced equity gaps and ensured... #HigherEd #EDUSky #AcademicSky bit.ly/42xzKCC

09.04.2025 16:36 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today's featured university icon is Morrill Hall at University of Nevada in Reno, Nevada,
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#UniversityofNevada #unevadareno @unevadareno.bsky.social

07.04.2025 13:41 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Logo of the Northern Nevada Diversity Summit above the text: "2025 Northern Nevada Diversity Summit: Exploring Citizenship, Community, and Culture. Register now to attend the event on April 14, 2025, from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM at the University of Nevada, Reno - Joe Crowley Student Union. Visit tinyurl.com/2025NNDS for more information.

Logo of the Northern Nevada Diversity Summit above the text: "2025 Northern Nevada Diversity Summit: Exploring Citizenship, Community, and Culture. Register now to attend the event on April 14, 2025, from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM at the University of Nevada, Reno - Joe Crowley Student Union. Visit tinyurl.com/2025NNDS for more information.

The @unevadareno.bsky.social invites you to attend the 2025 Northern Nevada Diversity Summit, April 14 in the Joe Crowley Student Union! This year's theme is "Health and Wellbeing: Exploring Circumstance, Community, and Culture". Learn more and register to attend at bit.ly/4heeM0T

14.03.2025 18:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The Call of the Chickadee
YouTube video by Hitchcock Project for Visualizing Science The Call of the Chickadee

πŸ¦πŸ”Š Ever wonder what mountain chickadees talk about? Using tiny mics & recorders, @unevadareno.bsky.social grad student Sophia Haley is tuning in to their calls at Sagehen Experimental Forest! Watch & listen in this video by reporter Jayanti Sarkar.
#SciComm #Wildlife

www.youtube.com/watch?v=K65v...

11.03.2025 21:57 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
(left to right): Tom Matthews, Baker Perry, Pierre Pitte and Mariano Castro celebrating after installing the summit weather station on Aconcagua.

(left to right): Tom Matthews, Baker Perry, Pierre Pitte and Mariano Castro celebrating after installing the summit weather station on Aconcagua.

The Plaza de Mulas weather station: (left to right): camera, Parsivel2, main tripod (measuing air temperature, relative humidity, air pressure, radiation, and wind), and Ott Pluvio precipitation sensor.

The Plaza de Mulas weather station: (left to right): camera, Parsivel2, main tripod (measuing air temperature, relative humidity, air pressure, radiation, and wind), and Ott Pluvio precipitation sensor.

After completing installation of the Horcones glacier flux station. Top (left to right): Pierre Pitte, Maximiliano Viale, Marianna Correas, Tom Matthews and Baker Perry; Bottom (left to right): MartΓ­n Salas and Ivanna Pecker.

After completing installation of the Horcones glacier flux station. Top (left to right): Pierre Pitte, Maximiliano Viale, Marianna Correas, Tom Matthews and Baker Perry; Bottom (left to right): MartΓ­n Salas and Ivanna Pecker.

Tom Matthews (left) and Marianna Correas test the connections for the summit station at Base Camp.

Tom Matthews (left) and Marianna Correas test the connections for the summit station at Base Camp.

The region has been experiencing a 15-year mega-drought, and this weather station network will provide a better understanding of the drivers of drought and availability of water resources for the Mendoza River and the millions of Argentinians that rely on the water from the mountains.

26.02.2025 17:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Stream flowing in the Horcones superior glacier debris-covered tongue. The Horcones flux station was installed in this environment to study the water release processes.

Stream flowing in the Horcones superior glacier debris-covered tongue. The Horcones flux station was installed in this environment to study the water release processes.

Maximiliano Viale, Mariana Correas, and MartΓ­n Salas complete the installation of the solar panels for the Horcones flux station.

Maximiliano Viale, Mariana Correas, and MartΓ­n Salas complete the installation of the solar panels for the Horcones flux station.

Tom Matthews (left), Pierre Pitte (center) and Baker Perry (right) make final adjustments on the summit station.

Tom Matthews (left), Pierre Pitte (center) and Baker Perry (right) make final adjustments on the summit station.

The Plaza de Mulas weather station: (left to right): camera, Parsivel2, main tripod (measuing air temperature, relative humidity, air pressure, radiation, and wind), and Ott Pluvio precipitation sensor.

The Plaza de Mulas weather station: (left to right): camera, Parsivel2, main tripod (measuing air temperature, relative humidity, air pressure, radiation, and wind), and Ott Pluvio precipitation sensor.

Dr. Perry and his team summitted Aconcagua to install the final piece of a network that will provide crucial weather and climate data about the Andes Centrales. @unrcabnr.bsky.social @kings-sga.bsky.social

26.02.2025 17:13 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
The full team at Plaza Francia view point, with Aconcagua South wall in the background. Top (left to right): Pilar Jeanneret, Mariano Masiokas, Mariano castro, Martin "Picante" Guajardo, Pierre Pitte, Baker Perry, Tom Matthews, Juan Pablo Scarpa. Bottom (left to right): Mariana Correas Gonzalez, Maximiliano Viale, MartΓ­n Salas and Ivanna Pecker Marcosig.

The full team at Plaza Francia view point, with Aconcagua South wall in the background. Top (left to right): Pilar Jeanneret, Mariano Masiokas, Mariano castro, Martin "Picante" Guajardo, Pierre Pitte, Baker Perry, Tom Matthews, Juan Pablo Scarpa. Bottom (left to right): Mariana Correas Gonzalez, Maximiliano Viale, MartΓ­n Salas and Ivanna Pecker Marcosig.

Baker Perry configuring the OTT Hydromet Pluvio2 weighing precipitation sensor at the Plaza de Mulas station.

Baker Perry configuring the OTT Hydromet Pluvio2 weighing precipitation sensor at the Plaza de Mulas station.

Team wearing CABNR beanies next to Nido de Condores station

Team wearing CABNR beanies next to Nido de Condores station

Pierre Pitte (yellow helmet), Baker Perry (blue sun hat), Tom Matthews (yellow jacket), Ivanna Pecker Marcosig (red jacket, sitting), Mariano Castro (black jacket), and Martin 'Picante' Guajardo (orange hood) putting the final touches to the weather station on the summit of Aconcagua.

Pierre Pitte (yellow helmet), Baker Perry (blue sun hat), Tom Matthews (yellow jacket), Ivanna Pecker Marcosig (red jacket, sitting), Mariano Castro (black jacket), and Martin 'Picante' Guajardo (orange hood) putting the final touches to the weather station on the summit of Aconcagua.

On February 18, geography professor Baker Perry led an expedition to install the highest weather station in the world outside Asia. @unrcabnr.bsky.social @kings-sga.bsky.social

26.02.2025 17:13 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Photo of the University of Nevada, Reno campus, as seen from above, at dusk with lights shining through windows.

Photo of the University of Nevada, Reno campus, as seen from above, at dusk with lights shining through windows.

The @unevadareno.bsky.social has retained its β€œResearch 1: Very High Spending and Doctorate Production" designation for 2025. This reaffirms the University’s place among the nation’s top research universities and reflects its commitment to high-impact research and doctoral education. bit.ly/3EU1WY0

24.02.2025 22:45 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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