Closeup of books

From professional reasons to personal connections, faculty across campus share why they’re fond of certain works they penned.

Closeup of a saxophone

UNLV Jazz Ensemble I took first place in the Monterey Next Generation Jazz Festival, one of the most prestigious international collegiate jazz competitions.

Tim Bavington poses in his studio

Fine Arts Alumnus of the Year Tim Bavington on representing the Las Vegas art scene.

Jonathan Rhodes Lee

Consonance, dissonance, and a snippy critic were at the heart of this derisive term for some of classical's greats.

John Quinones

The ABC anchor behind primetime news magazine "What Would You Do?" discusses translating the show's Good Samaritan-theme to his new book; tickets are free.

Palm trees and U.N.L.V. banner

Praised by music critics for their "joyous singing, remarkable delicacy and poise, impressive performance and expressive fervor," the Chamber Chorale is a select vocal ensemble of 20 singers.

Poster for Peter Pan

A sprinkle of pixie dust and a fantastical journey await!

Jennifer Grim (flute) and Jonathan Rhodes (harpsichord) perform

The program features the Bay Area's Archetti Baroque String Ensemble, prize-winning Notre Dame University organist Craig Cramer, faculty and student performances, and more.

Jonathan Rhodes Lee and Jennifer Grim perform

Inspired by her research on the period’s music, flutist Jennifer Grim created a first-of-its-kind festival for UNLV and the community.

The Ying Quartet

"Sheer agony and triumphant beauty intersect" (Washington Post).

Meghan Smythe, Purple Lady

Can you name five female artists? The Barrick Museum's collection will help you pass this cultural test for Women's History Month.

Poster for Disgraced

Winner of the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, "Disgraced" is an unflinching exploration of sex, religion, and cultural assimilation.