38 episodes

Welcome to Sagebrushers, the podcast of the University of Nevada, Reno. Brian Sandoval, proud graduate and president of the University of Nevada, Reno, is your host. In each episode at Sagebrushers, which by the way was our university's first nickname, we take a closer look at the people, history and future of our beloved University. We explain why the University, ever since its founding in Elko in 1874, has been about so much more than ourselves and why we remain Nevada's best experiment in understanding who we are and what we are capable of achieving.

Sagebrushers University of Nevada, Reno

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Welcome to Sagebrushers, the podcast of the University of Nevada, Reno. Brian Sandoval, proud graduate and president of the University of Nevada, Reno, is your host. In each episode at Sagebrushers, which by the way was our university's first nickname, we take a closer look at the people, history and future of our beloved University. We explain why the University, ever since its founding in Elko in 1874, has been about so much more than ourselves and why we remain Nevada's best experiment in understanding who we are and what we are capable of achieving.

    Season 3 Ep. 5: Dean Muge Akpinar

    Season 3 Ep. 5: Dean Muge Akpinar

    In this episode of Sagebrushers, University of Nevada, Reno President Brian Sandoval speaks with School of Public Health Dean Muge Akpinar, who has had a compelling career in global health and now brings that knowledge and experience to the University.

    Sandoval and Akpinar discuss her journey in public health and the school’s important role in the community as its graduates and faculty impact community well being, policy and implement system change.

    • 17 min
    S3 Ep. 4: Associate Professor Thomas White

    S3 Ep. 4: Associate Professor Thomas White

    In this episode of Sagebrushers, University of Nevada, Reno President Brian Sandoval speaks with Associate Professor Thomas White.

    White researches space by recreating astrophysical conditions in the laboratory, effectively creating mini-planets and stars. During the episode, Sandoval and White discuss working with billion-dollar lasers and new ways to inspire students to ignite their curiosity.

    • 18 min
    S3 Ep. 3: Campus Sustainability Manager Phoebe Judge

    S3 Ep. 3: Campus Sustainability Manager Phoebe Judge

    In this episode of Sagebrushers, University of Nevada, Reno President Brian Sandoval speaks with the University’s Sustainability Manager Phoebe Judge.

    In this special Earth Day episode, Sandoval and Judge discuss the University’s strategic goal of "Making Silver and Blue the New Green." They delve into the progress the University is making and examine future strategies that will help to reduce our campus' carbon footprint.  Additionally, they talk about the possibilities and growth of the new sustainability certificate that will be offered at the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe campus starting in fall 2024.

    • 17 min
    S3 Ep. 2: Executive Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Melanie Duckworth

    S3 Ep. 2: Executive Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Melanie Duckworth

    University of Nevada, Reno President Brian Sandoval welcomes newly appointed Executive Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Melanie Duckworth on this episode of Sagebrushers.

    Dr. Duckworth has been a member of the university faculty for more than two decades, serving in a number of administrative roles. She has served as an associate dean in the College of Science and interim chair in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences in the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources.

    During the episode, Sandoval and Duckworth delve into Duckworth’s plans as she takes on the role of senior strategist advising diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility initiatives at the university. They discuss how diversity is a crucial ingredient in ensuring and strengthening the vitality and success of a university campus and the global business landscape. Additionally, they explore the importance of creating spaces and opportunities for open and ongoing dialogue to understand the needs of all campus groups, fostering engagement and ensuring leadership that values the contributions of every team member

    • 19 min
    S3 Ep. 1: College of Business Dean Gregory Mosier

    S3 Ep. 1: College of Business Dean Gregory Mosier

    In this episode of Sagebrushers, University of Nevada, Reno President Brian Sandoval speaks with College of Business Dean Gregory Mosier.

    During the episode, Sandoval and Mosier discuss the future of business education, the new business building that will foster collaboration with business leaders and allow students to develop the soft skills needed to succeed in the global economy.

    • 19 min
    S2 Ep. 21: ASUN President Boris Carpio Guerra and GSA President Matthew Hawn

    S2 Ep. 21: ASUN President Boris Carpio Guerra and GSA President Matthew Hawn

    In this episode of Sagebrushers, University of Nevada, Reno President Brian Sandoval speaks with Associated Students of the University of Nevada (ASUN) President Boris Carpio Guerra and University Graduate Student Association (GSA) President Matthew Hawn.

    During the episode, Sandoval, Guerra and Hawn discuss why they wanted to get involved with University student government, some of the struggles that students face and how they are helping to find solutions, the history of students at the University as we celebrate the sesquicentennial and more.

    • 16 min

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