UNLV Department of Interdisciplinary, Gender, & Ethnic Studies

🎓 Meet our University Libraries Alumnus of the Year, Dr. Tyler D. Parry! 🌟 From being a UNLV Rebel to becoming an Associate Professor in African American and African Diaspora Studies, his journey is a testament to following your passions and taking chances.

Born and raised in Las Vegas, Dr. Parry’s connection with UNLV runs deep. From his undergraduate degree to meeting his wife on campus, and ultimately returning to teach at his alma mater, Dr. Parry’s journey has come full circle. His story is a true reflection of the Rebel spirit, daring to take chances and challenge convention.

We're proud to have him as an IGES faculty member, and his story serves as an inspiration to all Rebels. Congratulations, Dr. Parry!

Read more about his incredible story: https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/rest-history-how-single-unlv-course-changed-tyler-d-parrys-life

Photo by Michael Roberts

Please join the Department of Interdisciplinary, Gender, and Ethnic Studies Assistant Professor, Dr. Christopher Willoughby, as we continue on with the Research Spotlight Lecture Series. 🌟

Dr. Willoughby will be discussing medical education and racism during the age of slavery, further examining why disparities persist today and how he came to research this complex history.

Join us on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 from 3PM to 4PM in Room 101 of the Beverly Rogers Literature and Law Building!

🇵🇭✨ Celebrating Filipino American History Month! ✨🇺🇸

Did you know that October is Filipino American History Month? 🇵🇭 It's a time to honor their incredible contributions and rich history.

Filipino Americans have a deep-rooted history dating back to the 16th century when Filipinos first arrived in what is now California. Fast forward to today, and their influence can be seen and felt across various fields, including sports!

Looking to dive deeper this coming Spring 2024? 📚
Check out AIS 402: Asian American Sporting Cultures with Dr. Constancio Arnaldo! This course explores the captivating journey of Asian Americans in the world of sports. One of the highlights is the professor's research on the legendary Manny Pacquiao, shedding light on the remarkable story of this boxing icon and his impact on Asian American sports history. 🥊🌟

Interested in learning about representation in media? Enroll in "Looking for Me in Media" with Professor Erika Abad! Explore the different aspects of representation, its impacts, and much more!

Interested in religious classes? Check out our religious course offerings for next semester- you're bound to find something you'll like!

Make sure to enroll in these interesting classes: AAS 403X Slavery in Film and Media & AAS 440 Blackness and Beyond Police! Enroll today!

Make sure to pop in for our Fall Open House on Monday, Nov. 1st! We'll have amazing snacks and an even better raffle! See you there!

Check out ENG 426A: Religion and Literature- Hebrew Gender and Bible for next semester! Analyze the Hebrew bible through different lenses and learn about different perspectives!

IGES Spring 2022 Courses are now available! Check out the classes we're offering next semester at the link below.

Spring 2022 Course Descriptions | Interdisciplinary, Gender, and Ethnic Studies | University of Nevada, Las Vegas Spring 2022 Course Descriptions Department of Interdisciplinary, Gender, and Ethnic Studies

Looking for a paid internship? Apply for the Nevada Public Service Internship! This is a part-time position located in either Vegas or Carson City. You do not have to be an IT major to apply. Position requirements in the link below:

PUBLIC SERVICE INTERN 2 - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - PART TIME - LAS VEGAS OR CARSON CITY PUBLIC SERVICE INTERN 2 - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - PART TIME - LAS VEGAS OR CARSON CITY