Class Notes reflect the many paths Nevada alumni take after graduation. Spanning decades, disciplines and destinations, each note is a reminder that while no two journeys look the same, they often begin in the same place.
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1960s
Susan Moss β66 (art)
The work of Susan Moss ’66 (art), artist and author, was featured in the 2026 film “The Invite,” starring Penelope Cruz and Edward Norton. Additional work by Moss will appear in the upcoming film “Behemoth!,” starring Pedro Pascal and Olivia Wilde.
1970s
Karen Wilkes '70 (English)
Karen Wilkes ’70 (English) published the nonfiction book “Luck o’ The Draw: Irish Gunfighters in the West,” which traces the lives of three Irish gunfighters whose paths crossed in Pioche, Nev. — Wilkes’ hometown — in 1870.
James R. Hall β74 Ph.D. (experimental psychology)
James R. Hall ’74 Ph.D. (experimental psychology) was ap- pointed chief science officer and director of research for the Institute for Translational Research at the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, Tex., home of one of the nation's largest research projects on brain aging and dementia across diverse populations.
1980s
Donald M. Fukui β81 (journalism)
Donald M. Fukui ’81 (journalism) recently announced his retirement after a 40-year newspaper career as a reporter, page designer and editor in Monterey and Santa Cruz counties.
Jeannie (Devogelear) Lowe β85 (psychology)
Jeannie (Devogelear) Lowe ’85 (psychology) received the Crystal Gavel from the San Diego Family Law Bar Association during the Norby Awards on Nov. 20, 2025. Lowe serves as a mediator and arbitrator.
Brad McClellan β87 (journalism)
Brad McClellan ’87 (journalism) released his seventh album, “52 Ziggurat Avenue,” in 2025. McClellan performs as a solo artist under the band name A Year From Monday, with music available at ayfm.space.
Ken Collins β89 (music education)
Ken Collins ’89 (music education), a retired U.S. Navy Band director, returned to the University in October 2025 to conduct the Nevada Wind Ensemble and lead the national anthem with the Wolf Pack Marching Band during homecoming weekend. He served more than 30 years in the Navy, rising to become commanding officer of the United States Navy Band.
Randy Brown β89 (accounting)
Randy Brown ’89 (accounting) was reappointed by Gov. Joe Lombardo to a second term as commissioner of the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada in 2025.
Class of '90 to '99
Laura Pavlov β90 (general studies)
Laura Pavlov ’90 (general studies) saw her novel “In a Heartbeat” enter the USA Today bestseller list in 2025. A top-selling romance author, she has published more than 40 books and is preparing her next project following the completion of her Rosewood River series.
Teri (Reynolds) Stevens β90 (journalism)
Teri (Reynolds) Stevens ’90 (journalism) published her debut novel, “Makenzie’s Ring,” in May 2025. The mystery, written for middle-grade readers, is set in Lake Tahoe and tells a story of summer friendship, hidden histories and the magic that happens when past and present collide.
Viki (Maselli) Windfeldt β92 (social psychology)
Viki (Maselli) Windfeldt ’92 (social psychology), executive director of the Nevada State Board of Accountancy, was honored by the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy with the 2025 Lorraine P. Sachs Standard of Excellence Award during the organization's 118th annual meeting on Oct. 28, 2025, in Chicago.
Robert Moore β97 (general studies) and Elizabeth Moore β11 (general studies)
Self-published authors Robert Moore ’97 (general studies) and Elizabeth Moore ’11 (general studies) incorporated Two Moore Books LLC in 2025. They also co-host two podcasts, “CC and JT Amateur Hour” and “The Nevada Author Network,” in collaboration with the Sierra Arts Foundation.
Matt Canepa β97 (physical education)
Matt Canepa ‘97 (physical education) recently expanded Villa Santa Cruz, the boutique hotel he founded near Todos Santos, Mexico, to include a spa. He celebrated the milestone with friends, including Diaz Dixon ’94 (social psychology), pictured at right. Canepa purchased the 45-acre beachfront property in 2001 and later transformed it into a resort, which he and his wife, Jessica, operate together.
Class of '00 to '09
Christy (Volpi) George β02 (general studies)
Christy (Volpi) George ’02 (general studies), a fifth-generation Nevadan, has rejoined Dickson Realty, the brokerage where she began her real estate career in 2005. George has more than 30 years of experience across escrow, title and residential real estate.
Jennifer Stafford β03 (biochemistry) β07 M.D.
Jennifer Stafford ’03 (biochemistry) ’07 M.D. was promoted to professor in the Department of Radiology at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque, N.M.
Amanda Brookhyser β04 (English writing)
Amanda Brookhyser ’04 (English writing) joined Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck as a shareholder in the firm’s Las Vegas office, where she focuses on employment litigation, counseling and compliance.
Andrew Bourelle β05 M.A. (English), β09 Ph.D. (English)
Andrew Bourelle ’05 M.A. (English), ’09 Ph.D. (English) published "The Texas Murders: A Texas Ranger Thriller," co-authored with best-selling author James Patterson, in January 2025. The following month, he published his thriller “Shot Clock” — set to be a film from Skydance Media. Bourelle is a professor of English and director of creative writing at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, N.M.
Christine (LoRusso) Parman β06 (accounting)
Christine (LoRusso) Parman ’06 (accounting) was named to New York Life’s 2025 Chairman’s Council, ranking among the top 4% of nearly 12,000 agents nationwide. A Reno-based agent since 2005, Parman is the first woman in Nevada to achieve this honor in the company’s 180-year history. She founded Frontline Wealth Group, where she serves as a financial adviser.
Juliana De Almeida β09 Ph.D. (ecology, evolution and conservation biology)
Juliana De Almeida ’09 Ph.D. (ecology, evolution and conservation biology) is managing director of Flyways at Manomet Conservation Sciences and a leading shorebird conservationist with more than 20 years of experience protecting avian populations. She contributes to international environmental education and conservation programs focused on migratory ecosystems.
Class of '10 to '19
Sara Robbins β10 (journalism)
Sara Robbins ’10 (journalism) started a new role as internal communications manager at Panasonic North America.
Brittany (Haggerty) Silva β11 (management, marketing), β19 MBA
Brittany (Haggerty) Silva ’11 (management, marketing), ’19 MBA was named a partner at KPS3 in Reno in September 2025. She serves as executive vice president, leading brand and digital initiatives for clients across industries.
McKenna Peri β11 (community health science), β12 (nursing)
Stallar Lufrano-Jardine ‘12 MBA, ’20 PH.D. (education) wrote and published “Sy’s Journey: A Seed’s Search for a Place to Grow,” released in January. The heartwarming, illustrated children’s book explores resilience, hope and the search for belonging.
Stallar Lufrano-Jardine β12 MBA, β20 PH.D. (education)
The work of Susan Moss ’66 (art), artist and author, was featured in the 2026 film “The Invite,” starring Penelope Cruz and Edward Norton. Additional work by Moss will appear in the upcoming film “Behemoth!,” starring Pedro Pascal and Olivia Wilde.
Haviva Kobany β14 (biochemistry and molecular biology), β21M.D.
Haviva Kobany ’14 (biochemistry and molecular biology), ’21M.D. celebrated her marriage to fellow Wolf Pack alum Michael Rudokas ’21 Ph.D. (cellular molecular pharmacology) on Sept. 28, 2024.
Jason Aycock β15 (international business, marketing)
Jason Aycock ’15 (international business, marketing) was promoted to vice president at Goldman Sachs, where he leads the IRA team at Goldman Sachs Private Wealth Management.
Anthony Braido β17 (electrical engineering)
Anthony Braido ’17 (electrical engineering), an engineer at Los Alamos Neutron Science Center in Los Alamos, N.M., received the 2025 Early Career Award at the International Conference on Accelerator and Large Experimental Physics Control Systems, held in September 2025in Chicago. The biennial award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to control and data acquisition systems early in their careers.
Daniel Leonardini β17 (eco-nomics, international affairs) and Rachel Hoadley β17 (biology)
Daniel Leonardini ’17 (eco-nomics, international affairs) and Rachel Hoadley ’17 (biology) married at a resort in the Dominican Republic on Sept. 16, 2025.They live in Maryland, where Daniel is a legislative liaison for the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and Rachel is a physician assistant at the University of Maryland Medical Center.
Class of '20 to '25
Kacey Fowler β23 (management, marketing), β24 MBA
Kacey Fowler ’23 (management, marketing), ’24 MBA was promoted to associate account manager at KPS3 in Reno in August 2025. In her role, Fowler supports client relationships and helps advance initiatives that contribute to business goals.
Wolf Pups
Chris Swinger β11 (anthropology) and Sarah Csiga β09 (political science), β12 (elementary education)
Chris Swinger ’11 (anthropology) and Sarah Csiga ’09 (political science), ’12 (elementary education) welcomed their first Wolf Pup, Adara, on Aug. 15, 2025.
Luke Rippee β08 (management), β19 MBA and Brooke (York) Rippee β10 (speech communications)
Luke Rippee ’08 (management), ’19 MBA and Brooke (York) Rippee ’10 (speech communications) welcomed their fourth child, Isaac Arthur, on Feb. 7, 2025. Isaac joins big sister Ivy and big brothers Levi and Ford.
Shane Anderson β11 (community health sciences) and Angela Grieco β14 (management)
Shane Anderson ‘11 (community health sciences) and Angela Grieco ’14 (management), welcomed their third daughter, Sienna Anderson, on July 20, 2025.
Patrick Harris β14 (marketing) and Melissa (McCabe) Harris β17 (mechanical engineering)
Patrick Harris ‘14 (marketing) and Melissa (McCabe) Harris ’17 (mechanical engineering) welcomed their son, Theodore, on Nov. 12, 2024.
Evan Carini β18 (finance) and Madison (Bosque) Carini β17 (community health science)
Evan Carini ’18 (finance) and Madison (Bosque) Carini ’17 (community health science) welcomed their second Wolf Pup, NoraJean, on June 22, 2024.