East Paradise

By Honey Love Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011 “I am my own property, not some pimp’s or drunken husband’s, the two timing son of a gun, and I don’t need a gun to sleep at night. Stop assessing my issues cuz from now on imma tell my own story. Thank you.” Excerpt from Instructions on How to Love a Black Girl written by Jeanetta Rich. Click here to hear a clip from "How to Love a Black Girl." Reliving parts of your childhood can be difficult for ... Read More

By George Machado Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011 A Facebook post by Soraia Millani earlier this year summarized a common problem of UNLV students: “Orange cones outnumber humans in Vegas.” Millani, a University of Nevada, Las Vegas sophomore, voiced the frustration of many of her fellow students with the road construction delays that are a constant nuisance. Since UNLV is a commuter school, the construction is a challenge for a majority of students. The paving of Interstate 15 from Tropicana Avenue to the Spaghetti Bowl, the last ... Read More

By Shanelle Duncan Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011 President Obama has offered states an opportunity to opt out of No Child Left Behind and Nevada is among the states that have decided to take the opportunity. In 2001, then President George W. Bush signed into No Child Left Behind Act. The act requires states test students annually and show Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) in student performance. While the NCLB was in motion Nevada has suffered in the last year with only one-third of 357 schools in ... Read More

By Zach Jump Friday, Dec. 9, 2011 While the rest of us use The Internet Movie Database as a reference Scott Minshall, 31, has his own page on IMDb. Under the name Scottie Minshall, he has three films that he is credited to have worked on.  In his latest film listed on IMDb, he has credits as the grip in the feature film “Stealing Las Vegas.” The film, which is currently in post production, was produced by film legend Roger Corman and star Eric Roberts. “Once ... Read More

By Ryan Max Ocampo Friday, Dec. 9, 2011 Members of the Indian Student Association hosted their annual Indian night Saturday in the Student Union theater, featuring a full line-up of cultural performances followed by a buffet of Indian cuisine. Indian culture is a very family oriented way of life, and it showed in the theater that night. The crowd was loud and enthusiastic, adding to the energy and welcoming atmosphere of the event. "India night is a platform to display our culture and history to students, ... Read More

By Kelsey Fraga Friday, Dec. 9, 2011 The UNLV study abroad program allows students to earn college credit while attending classes in a country of their choice. The Office of International Programs sponsored a study abroad information session held on Wednesday, Nov. 16, from 12-1 p.m. in CBC building B. “Studying abroad gives students better interpersonal communication skills,” said Ryan Larsen, assistant director for education abroad. “The students have an adventure that is once in a lifetime.” UNLV conducts its study abroad programs through the University Studies ... Read More

By Felicia McCoy Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011 Passionate about helping others and giving back to her community, one first-generation UNLV student believes the Greek system impacts campus in a positive way. Domenica D’Anna, a 22-year-old junior majoring in integrated marketing, has always enjoyed making others happy in a group setting and has always been involved in some organization or another. “In high school I was in student government -- I served as secretary. I was a cheerleader and I also did journalism and yearbook,” D’Anna said. ... Read More

By Jami Seymore Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011 Students are offered a unique way to “go green” at Rebel Place Apartments, with an energy cap in utilities. Residents at Rebel Place, near the UNLV campus, pay a set amount each month that includes rent and all utilities. For electricity there is a $25 energy cap per person, which is like free electricity until you use too much. If you use an excess amount, you are fined a small fee, in addition to the rent bundle payment. ... Read More

By Luisiana Paula Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011 You will always remember that one person who made you smile when you were a child or that one person who was always there to give advice and guide you. If you didn’t have that one person you will always remember wishing you did. Children are receiving the confidence to succeed, build healthy relationships and higher aspirations which will keep them off the streets and improving in school by enrolling in the Big Brothers and Big Sisters program. “Children ... Read More

By Nirvana Hopkins Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011 A devoted Twitter user found a way to make the popular social media platform an endless timeline of networking opportunities. Amanda Himes, 26, began using Twitter in early 2009.  Through networking with her followers, she has gained internship opportunities and found information on free local events. Himes, a California native, has always had an interest in public relations and networking. She started using Twitter to keep up with some of her favorite celebrities and as a way to vent ... Read More