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Beyond the Summit:
A Conversation with Keynote Speaker Wendy Owens

Watch the trailer for our exclusive podcast conversation with 2026 Northern Nevada Diversity Summit keynote speaker Wendy Owens, founder and CEO of Hexis Biomass. Wendy sits down with UNR faculty, students, and program coordinators to discuss her journey from environmental curiosity to startup founder, the future of sustainable materials, and what the next generation of scientists can do to turn research into real-world impact.

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INFO

PARKING & LOCATIONS

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Get campus parking info and directions as well as facility locations inside UNR's Joe Crowley Student Union.

FOOD & DRINK

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See what refreshments will be provided and where you can find lunch.

INSIDE THE JOE

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Need a place to eat, recharge, or connect between sessions? Explore what’s available in the Joe Crowley Student Union during the Summit.

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2026
NORTHERN NEVADA
DIVERSITY SUMMIT
Strong People. Strong Workforce. Strong Nevada.

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