Third Annual Sphere XO Student Design Challenge WinnersCongratulations to the UNLV winners of the 3rd Annual Sphere XO Student Design Challenge! Mariana Infante-Grimaldo, senior, Architecture Alexis Winn, senior, Engineering, Computer Science
Podcast Interview: How Can Las Vegas Serve as the Ultimate Architectural Laboratory?In this episode of Defining Hospitality, Dan Ryan sits down with Glenn Nowak, an accomplished architect and associate professor at UNLV, to dive into his extensive experience in architecture and hospitality design. They explore various aspects of radical innovation within the built environment, the unique opportunities Las Vegas offers as a ‘living laboratory,’ and Nowak’s involvement in…
UNLV School of Architecture Announces Klai Juba Wald 2026 Lecture SeriesThe UNLV School of Architecture is proud to announce its 2026 Klai Juba Wald Lecture Series. A reception precedes each lecture in the Paul B. Sogg Architecture building. The lectures and receptions are free and open to the public. Feb. 11 Geoff Cheong (Senior Principal and Architect) and Karl Marsh (Architect) from Populous April 22 Brad McCauley American Society of…- Dean Uscher Spring 2026 Welcome Message: The Arts and Humanities Are Essential to the Human ExperienceAs we begin this new year, I have been reflecting on the myriad ways in which art enhances our lives, bolsters our connection to each other, and builds community – both local and global. There is vast opportunity for the arts (including architecture – one of the eight disciplinary areas in the College of Fine Arts at UNLV) and humanities to positively and profoundly affect how we see the world.…
UNLV School of Architecture Spring 2026 Lecture SeriesYou are invited to attend the SPRING 2026 online lectures presented by the UNLV School of Architecture. Three amazing speakers will inspire us and share their innovative concepts and ideas. All online lectures will be moderated by Professor Steffen Lehmann, are public and free with no registration required. Thursday, February 5 10 am Mark Mueckenheim, PMCKM…
Fine Arts M. Arch Candidate Places Third in UNLV Graduate College 3-Minute Thesis CompetitionCongratulations to Elmira Ebadi, M. Arch Candidate, who took home third place in the 2025 UNLV Graduate College 3-Minute Thesis competition. Elmira won the preliminary round out of over 100 submissions, finished second in the semi-finals (pictured here), and was the only representative left from the College of Fine Arts when she placed third. The Rebel Grad Slam invites scholars from…
Winners of 2025 Historic American Landscapes Survey Challenge AnnouncedWe're thrilled to announce that our UNLV Architecture and NVASLA collaborative team has won first place in the 2025 Historic American Landscapes Survey (HALS) Challenge! The team documented Wingfield Park in Reno, NV, and this winning submission will be added to the HALS collection at the Library of Congress. Team Members: Dr. Jung-Hwa Kim, Assistant Professor, Landscape…
UNLV Architecture Director Receives Bill Tomiyasu Memorial AwardOn October 2, 2025, Professor of Landscape Architecture and Director of the UNLV School of Architecture, Danny Ortega, was honored with the Bill Tomiyasu Memorial Award at the Desert Green Conference. The award recognizes his more than twenty-five years of service as an educator and leader whose vision and dedication have greatly advanced the academic and professional landscapes of architectural…
Welcome New Members of Our UNLV Fine Arts CommunityJAWAN JENKINS, Baritone and Assistant Professor of Voice at UNLV. He received his training early as a member of the Boys Choir of Harlem. He has performed with Opera San José, Seattle Opera, Houston Grand Opera, Atlanta Opera, Kansas City Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, The Glimmerglass Festival, Opera Las Vegas, Vegas City Opera, Albany Symphony and Georgia Symphony. An…
CFAColab Production Featured in Edinburgh Fringe MarketplaceThe CFAColab production of That Show About the Hot Dog, one of the top 10 most eye-catching shows according to What's On Stage, is now being included in the Edinburgh Fringe Marketplace! "On behalf of the College of Fine Arts, I am incredibly proud of the work being done in the college's CoLab," said Dean Nancy Uscher. "Thirteen students, mentored by…
UNLV School of Architecture Announces Fall 2025 Guest LecturersJoin the UNLV School of Architecture for two free online public lectures in Fall 2025, exploring socio-climatic design by renowned architecture firms: SHAU Architects: Daliana Suryawinata & Florian Heinzelmann Rotterdam, Singapore, Jakarta Tuesday, October 7, from 8:30–10:00 AM (Pacific Time) Building in the Tropics: Designing for Communities in Hot and Humid…
A Message from the Director of the UNLV School of ArchitectureDear Colleagues and Supporters of the UNLV School of Architecture, As we wrap up another dynamic and productive academic year, I want to express my deepest gratitude to all of you, our faculty, staff, and community supporters, for the incredible work you do on behalf of our students and the School of Architecture. Your energy, talent, and dedication continue to define the strength and spirit of…