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A black and white image of the Keck Museum, with text reading "Mining Museum, 1920" at the bottom. The museum was only one level at the time.

Nevada's rich mining history showcased in the Keck Museum

The museum has been on campus for over a century

A man climbs a piece of ice with a rope and a ladder beneath him. He is wearing a helmet, a backpack, and a bright orange jacket.

New Nevada State Climatologist seeks to meet state’s needs

With hiring of new state climatologist, University research reaches new heights

A crane holding two people rising up toward a communications tower. There are partly cloudy skies in the background.

Nevada Seismological Laboratory installs new wildfire camera in Minden

The NSL partnered with NV Energy, Douglas County and AT&T to install the camera

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