Paul Garcia

Director

Risk Management & Safety

Bachelor of Science, Occupational Safety

Waldorf University

Associate of Arts, Fire Science

Community College of the Air Force  

Cherie Garrity

Executive Director 

Real Estate 

Master of Public Administration

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

"I could have never imagined the wonderful, fulfilling career that I've had or the employment opportunities I've been offered without my higher education experiences."

Nancy Dooley

Accounting Assistant III

Cashiering and Student Accounts

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Clothing and Textiles, minor, Business 

University of Akron

"Complete your degree, it will help open the door to a position... Dream big, and don't let anyone tell you that you are not good enough."

Rebecca Paulson

Executive Director 

Administration & Division Shared Services 

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

"Things that are worth doing are usually hard. No regrets."

Chantel McDonald 

Director

Strategic Projects and Training Development 

Bachelor of Science, Community Health Science

University of Nevada, Reno

"My experience as a first-generation student was incredibly challenging, but it turned out to be one of the most rewarding. Empower yourself and be bold enough to create the future you desire."

Michael Lawrence

Interim Associate Vice President

Facilities Management

Associate Vice President 

Administration Services

Doctor of Public Policy 

Master of Public Administration 

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Bachelor of Business Administration 

National University

“Your passion and perseverance are the keys that unlock doors others thought impossible.”

Jessie Devine

Communications Specialist

Business Affairs Communication

Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies, minor, Media Arts

University of Montana

Associate of Arts

Bitterroot College

"A master is just someone who has failed more times than a beginner has tried."

Tad McDowell

Director 

Parking & Transportation Services

Master of Arts, Community & Regional Planning

Bachelor of Science, Political Science & Conflict Resolution 

University of Nebraska

"I was 32-years-old when I was able to break free of a non-degree related job... It was one of the most rewarding periods of my life..."

Lesi Williams

Supply Chain Manager

Facilities Management

Master of Science, Business Administration

Bachelor of Science, Management 

University of Phoenix 

"Stay focused and never give up. I wanted to be a role model for my daughters since I am always preaching education is the key. I did not give up when feeling overwhelmed. I took it one class at a time, and remained focused until I held my degree in my hand."

Heather Ortiz

Director of Communication 

Business Affairs Communication

Master of Arts, Journalism & Media Studies

Bachelor of Arts, Dance

minor, Communications

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

“UNLV gave me the chance to have an incredibly diverse network of support."

Chelsea Meggerson

Executive Purchasing Director

Purchasing & Contracts

Bachelor of Liberal Arts

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

"My professor asked all first gens to stand up on the first day of class. He walked around, looked us square in the eyes, and said, 'You are a trailblazer. You are shattering the glass ceiling. You are breaking the mold.' I will never forget it."

Jeffrey Berkbigler 

Supply Technician 1

Delivery Services - Property Control

Master of Library Science

University of Missouri 

Bachelor of Arts, Religion/Religious Studies

Webster University

Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

Jefferson College

Alberto Munoz

Project Manager

Planning & Construction

Master of Architecture

Bachelor of Science, Architecture

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Licenciatura en Architectura

Universidad de Guadalajara

Calvin Milling

Program Officer 2

Facilities Management

Bachelor of Science, Risk Management & Safety

Columbia Southern University

Associate of Applied Science, Munitions Systems Technology

Community College of the Air Force

Deanna Calderon

Purchasing Analyst

Purchasing & Contracts

Bachelor of Science, Hospitality Management

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Hugo Calderon Cortes

Senior Accountant 

Financial Services

Master of Science, Accounting

Bachelor of Science,  Business Administration - Accounting

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Katherine Burdick

 Purchasing Specialist

 Purchasing & Contracts

 Masters of Public Adminstration

Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Associate of Arts, Communication Studies

College of Southern Nevada

"Even if it doesn't feel like it at times, there is always a community of people supporting and cheering you on! Si Se Puede!"

Lorraine Schlimm

 Senior Purchasing and Contracts Analyst

Purchasing & Contracts

Master of Project Management, specialization, Human Resource Performance 

Bachelor of Science, Business Management 

Colorado State University Global Campus

"You don’t have to know everything when you start... you just have to be brave enough to begin."

Toni Arcadipane

Director

Facilities Management Business Operations

Doctor of Public Policy

Master of Public Administration

Master of Science, Accounting

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration - Accounting

Bachelor of Science, Recreation Management

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Pedro Cruz

Administrative Assistant 2

Work Order Control Unit

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Chelsea Herrington

Senior Budget Analyst

Financial Planning, Budget & Analysis

Bachelor of Biological Science

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

"Even if you have the most supportive group cheering you on, life can get in the way. Keep your degree as a goal. If you think it'll take too long or maybe you're "too old", take it one class at a time. You will be that age anyway but now you will have that degree. How much sweeter that will be."