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The 2024 UNLV Alumni of the Year
What ties this year's honorees together? A strong sense of gratitude for the unique experiences they had as students and community connections they've made through UNLV.
Watershed Moment: Engineers Invent High-Yield Atmospheric Water Capture Device for Arid Regions
Newly published research showcases tech capable of transforming atmospheric water vapor into a usable form at a rapid rate in dry climates, addressing water scarcity in drought-stressed Southwest.
Intermountain Health Unveils Site of Future Stand-Alone Children’s Hospital at UNLV Tech Park
UNLV joins state, local leaders at Intermountain Health event to commemorate planning of first dedicated children's hospital in Southern Nevada.
‘No Tax on Tips’ Proposals 101
As Congress and presidential candidates debate hospitality worker wages, UNLV tax law expert Francine Lipman parses the pros and cons for businesses, customers, and employees in Nevada and beyond.
Midway Exhibition 'MotherForce' Opens Oct. 28 in Grant Hall Gallery
The exhibition by artist Clarice Cuda runs through Nov. 8, with an opening recepton Nov. 1 during the UNLV Art Walk.
UNLV Experts In The News
The recovery is slow, Nevada is still suffering from the effects of the Covid pandemic, which brought tourism to a standstill. The economy is the main topic in the election campaign. The OON spoke to David Damore, a renowned political scientist at the University of Nevada in Las Vegas, about the close race in the swing state of Nevada.
As children of various ages in uniform walked past Tuesday’s outdoor ceremony on their way home from classes at Amplus Academy, UNLV President Keith Whitfield gestured to them while recalling the community’s support for the UNLV Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine and lauding the contributions of existing hospitals such as University Medical Center.
California would establish the nation’s highest statewide minimum wage if voters approve a ballot initiative raising it to $18, as one of a half dozen states sending wage and paid sick time proposals to voters next month.
Black Mountain Institute Presents Teju Cole at The Beverly Theater
The award-winning writer and photographer will headline the literary center’s fall event season on Nov. 19.
Sharing the Wealth: UNLV's Outstanding 2024 Alumnus of the Year
After founding an investment firm, Randy Garcia has generously (and gratefully) invested in his alma mater.
The Humble Servant: The Achievement in Service Award Winner
As a UNLV student, Izack Tenorio learned from friend and mentor Patrick T. Smith about the importance of giving back. Now the four-time Rebel graduate is getting the award named in Smith's honor.
The Power to Give: The 2024 Silver State Award Winner
After launching his electrical contracting business, Joe Murphy plugs into his spirit of generosity to support UNLV.
Carting School Spirit Around
You see the golf carts everywhere. Now meet the people who drive them.
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