The inside scoop on the people and projects that support UNLV

In this issue:

• A Special Message from Casey Wyman
• Business Affairs in the News
• New Murals at Beam Hall Honor December 6 Victims
• RebelSAFE Emergency Phones: A Lifeline Across Campus
• Risk Management & Safety Tips: Stay Safe and Savor Every Holiday Season Moment
• October Employee Appreciation Recipients
• Holiday Sweater / Office Decorating Competition
• New Hires
• Promotions
• Anniversaries 
• Dates to Remember

A Special Message from Casey Wyman

Hello colleagues,

One year ago, our university faced an unimaginable tragedy. A senseless act of gun violence took three faculty members’ lives and critically injured another. We will always honor and remember professors Jerry Cha-Jan Chang, Patricia Navarro Velez, and Naoko Takemaru and their lasting contributions to our Rebel community.  

Over the past year, we’ve embarked on a shared journey of healing and recovery. In Business Affairs, I’ve been moved by the resilience and dedication displayed by our team. I’ve witnessed colleagues with varied expertise come together to repair our buildings and enhance campus safety measures – an extraordinary effort that ensured we could continue delivering on our mission to educate students. Most importantly, I’ve seen our team members support one another when they needed it the most. 

As the holiday season shifts into full gear and we look ahead to the new year, let us remember that recovery is a personal and ongoing process. Please continue to check in on one another and utilize our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other mental health and wellness resources, if needed.

Thank you for your continued dedication, care, and compassion as we move forward together. 

Sincerely,

Business Affairs in the News

Check out these articles featured on the UNLV News Center that highlight the work of our Business Affairs teams.

New Murals at Beam Hall Honor December 6 Victims

Today marks one year since the December 6 tragedy rocked our community. Murals that commemorate the three individuals who lost their lives and honor the resilience of those affected are now in place at Beam Hall.

Learn more about the project and how the UNLV community played a key role in shaping this effort.

RebelSAFE Emergency Phones: A Lifeline Across Campus

RebelSAFE emergency phones provide a quick and reliable way to report safety concerns or request help across UNLV’s campuses.

Learn about the latest updates and ongoing efforts at both the Shadow Lane and Maryland Parkway campuses.

Risk Management & Safety Tips: Stay Safe and Savor Every Holiday Season Moment

The holiday season is in full swing. As you gather with family, friends, and colleagues, prioritizing safety both at home and in the workplace is crucial.

From decorating safely to staying aware of fire hazards, check out these Risk Management & Safety tips to help keep your celebrations merry, bright, and safe.

October Employee Appreciation Recipients

Gina Gamble

Real Estate

Gina was nominated for collaborating with Clark County and Lied Library staff to extend an agreement allowing the library to serve as an early voting site and Election Day polling location.

Her efforts to secure approvals and arrange staffing ensured our community had a convenient and accessible place to vote. The long line of voters at Lied Library on Election Day reflects her dedication to fostering civic engagement and providing a valuable resource to UNLV.

Gina, thank you for setting a powerful example of dedication and community service.

Ricky Rideout

Risk Management & Safety

Ricky was nominated for his innovative approach to managing hazardous waste. His leadership has set a standard for empowering chemical users on campus to take environmentally responsible actions and contributes to a safer, healthier, and compliant campus.

Thanks to his team’s outreach, training, and inspections, UNLV was recently praised by the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection with no violations found during their inspection—a remarkable achievement for an institution of our size.

Ricky, thank you for setting an inspiring example of dedication to campus safety.

Holiday Decor & Sweater Competition

Don’t miss your chance to showcase your creativity, teamwork, and holiday spirit – sign up for the Holiday Workspace Decor and Holiday Sweater competitions! Both contests will be judged by a team of UNLV representatives from outside Business Affairs. Prizes will be awarded for both competitions. See below for information about how to participate and competition guidelines.

1. Holiday Office Decor Competition

• Select your team: You can participate individually or team up with colleagues. 
• Register: Sign up using the Holiday Competition Google Form to let us know you’re in.
• Choose a theme: Examples can include classic holiday themes, winter wonderland, holidays around the world, etc. Remember to show respect for cultures and avoid anything potentially offensive.  
• Decorate: Complete your decorations by Dec. 16. When decorating your space, safety comes first. Remember to refer to this edition's Risk Management & Safety tips.
• Judging: Starting at 10:30 a.m. on Dec. 17, judges will visit the workspaces of all those who signed up through the Google Form to rate their decor according to the following criteria: 
• Creativity
• Festive spirit
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Overall aesthetic appeal

2. Holiday Sweater Contest

• Register: Sign up using the Holiday Competition Google Form to let us know you’re in!
• Select your sweater: Raid your closet or design your own unique sweater. The more creative, the better! Remember to show respect for cultures and avoid anything potentially offensive.  
• Judging: At 9 a.m. on Dec. 17, gather in CSB room 129 to show off your holiday style. The judges will rate each sweater according to the following criteria:
• Creativity
• Festiveness
• Originality
• Humor

We hope these friendly competitions allow us to collaborate with one another, show our creativity, and have a little festive fun. Please reach out to Alex Nikolich if you have any questions. 

New Hires

• Luke Musci, Risk Management & Safety
• Jason Zamora, Risk Management & Safety
• Efrain Perez, Administration Services
• Joe Velasquez, Delivery Services
• Steven Baker, Facilities Management
• Tom Newbury, Delivery Services

Promotions

• Sophia Monzon, Facilities Management
• Elfie Catalan-Lezama, Delivery Services
• Jovany Soto, Delivery Services

Anniversaries

Congratulations to the Business Affairs employees celebrating work anniversaries in December! Years of service have been determined using the UNLV hire date - first employment date without any breaks in service here at UNLV regardless of job type or full-time status.

If you notice an error in your listing, contact Heather Ortiz.

Dates to Remember

• Dec. 11 - Campus Holiday Reception
• Dec. 14 - President's Holiday Village
• Dec. 14 - Winter break begins
• Dec. 17 - Holiday sweater and office decorating competitions
• Dec. 17 - Master’s and Doctoral Commencement
• Dec. 18 - Undergraduate Commencement