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Yara Ahmed

Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter

Hi, I’m Yara! It’s my second year as a member of the Southwest Shadow and Shadow Files. I enjoy recording events and in my free time I make matcha.

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A Golden Hour for the class of 2026: Senior Sunrise

Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter
September 8, 2025
Learn about Senior Sunrise.

A SWCTA tradition: Coyote Coachella

Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter
May 2, 2025
Coyote Coachella was another hit for the SWCTA community.

A Night of Unity: We the People’s First Dinner

Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter
April 4, 2025
Culinary and We the People work together to hold an incredible event

FCCLA prepares for their state competition

Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter
March 6, 2025
Learn about the different garments FCCLA students are making for the upcoming competition.
Speaking about the organization, “Pre-dental Society” at UNLV, college senior Lilian Dinh discusses the organizations mission and purpose. She had been apart of the organization for a few years now. “My goal is to help future dental students get the exposure they need,” Dinh said. “This will help them as they proceed further in their career.”

An Hour In: HOSA

Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter
March 3, 2025
Guest speakers from Pre-Dental Society in UNLV speak about the organization.

Visit One of The Many Unique Exhibitions in Area15: Wink World

Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter
February 17, 2025
Learn more about Area15's exhibitions.

Springs Preserve: Las Vegas’ Roots

Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter
January 6, 2025
Come learn about different museums in Springs Preserve.

FCCLA Holds Another Star Event Workshop

Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter
December 5, 2024
Learn about how FCCLA board members are preparing for the upcoming star event workshop.

Meet the New Club on Campus: Volleyball Club

Yara Ahmed, Shadow Files Reporter
November 1, 2024
With no sports organizations on campus, learn how students still play sports on campus.

Nursing Students Practice Workplace Readiness Skills

Yara Ahmed, Staff Writer
September 30, 2024
Newly hired Nursing teacher Maria Ortega teaches students crucial skills in preparation for tests and clinicals later this year.