Zachary Billot is the first student in UNLV history to receive the nationally-competitive award. 

President Keith E. Whitfield continues decades-long commencement tradition, honoring 10 students who embody the academic, research, and community tenacity of the graduating class.
 

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.

Billot, a political science major and a member of the Honors College, is one of just 62 students nationwide to win the highly coveted award.

More internships on the horizon for students interested in sports entertainment careers, thanks to a privately funded program.

The problems facing our world and how UNLV helped find solutions.

Student achievements including competition wins, a science fellowship first, and new innovations splashed local and national news headlines in 2022.

Five UNLV graduates will be recognized by President Keith E. Whitfield during winter commencement for their combination of academic excellence and service to the community.
 

A collection of news stories highlighting UNLV students and faculty who made headlines locally, regionally, and internationally.

A collection of news stories highlighting research wins, expert insights, and academic achievement.

For Emily Powers, some of her most important experiences at UNLV happened outside of the classroom — through the Honors College.

A roundup of prominent news stories highlighting university pride, research, and community collaboration.