Sagebrushers University of Nevada, Reno

University of Nevada, Reno President Brian Sandoval visits with Foundation Professor Peter Goin. Goin, who has worked on the University campus since 1984, is a photographer, author and visual historian.



During the episode, Sandoval and Goin explore his work documenting the visual history of Lake Tahoe, the Nevada Test Site and the Black Rock Desert. Goin also shares how photography education has evolved and the impact that smartphones have had on the art form.

In this episode of Sagebrushers, University of Nevada, Reno President Brian Sandoval chats with psychology professor Paul Kwon, who studies optimism and resilience. Kwon shares valuable tools on how to cope with some of
life’s most difficult dilemmas.

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.

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.

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.

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