Topic: UNLV History

archival image of four men posing in graduation regalia
UNLV History | April 12, 2024

The former student body president and longtime donor passes away, 60 years after UNLV's first commencement. 

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UNLV History | November 1, 2023

Key alumni tell the story of how UNLV and the Thomas & Mack Center helped the city make it to the big leagues.

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UNLV History | October 30, 2023

Five women share their stories on the former president's influence on UNLV and the empowerment of women at UNLV.

An aerial image of a Homecoming Festival with the Las Vegas strip in the background.
UNLV History | October 12, 2023

Homecoming brings students and alumni to gether to celebrate at traditions like the golf cart parade, festival, and football game.

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UNLV History | September 8, 2023

Groundbreaking for its time, nursing students from UNLV and UNR were able to learn and debate via a live, two-way statewide microwave link.

president greeting large group of healthcare students with U.S. flag in background
UNLV History | March 16, 2023

The UNLV campus has hosted a number of presidential visits over the years. Here are a few of the most notable moments.

Robert Hersh
UNLV History | February 22, 2023

Robert Hersh (1987-2022), alumnus and talented architect, played an integral role in the planning and construction of the Kirk Kerkorian Medical Education Building.

U.N.L.V. signage with Fall leaves in the background
UNLV History | February 15, 2023

Learn more about the special Rebels, unique spaces, and oddball lore that make our campus special.