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2026 Alumni of the Year
From advancing their professions to improving the lives of others, this year’s honorees are putting their expertise to work in ways that reflect the values and experiences they gained at UNLV.
A Fractured Hand Ended Her Paris Olympic Bid; Her Comeback Rewrote the Record Book
Lee Business School alumna Krishna Jayasankar Menon overcame injury to earn All-American honors and a national title. Now she's eyeing the Olympics as she works on a master's degree.
A Game Plan for Success for UNLV's Sport Hospitality Majors
Students in the new bachelor's program benefit from a Las Vegas home field advantage and industry connections.
Clinical Research Trials Bring Innovative Women’s Healthcare to Southern Nevada
Two national studies led locally by UNLV Health physicians expand options for patients while raising the profile of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV as a center for clinical research.
The Interview: Marni Dow
The senior associate director of Student Government and Activities brings more than a decade of UNLV event experience to her new role co-chairing the university’s 60th Homecoming.
UNLV Experts In The News
Pneumonic plague is rare in the United States, but its something that can become serious very quickly. On ARC Las Vegas we talked with our health expert, Dr. Marc J. Kahn, Professor and Chief of Hematology at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV.
The Las Vegas City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved a lease agreement with UNLV to establish a satellite campus in the Civic Center building across from City Hall.
The better-for-you concept’s unexpected return comes as traditional all-you-can-eat buffet chains struggle.
A Rebel in Spirit: Kevin Kraft
An ‘eventful’ life and career led the 2026 Silver State Award honoree to develop a philanthropic relationship with UNLV that has proven to be mutually beneficial.
Born to Give Back: Jessica Stops
For the Patrick T. Smith Achievement in Service honoree, offering a helping hand to those in need isn’t an obligation — it’s a way of life.
Teaching a Valuable Lesson: J. Daniel Chi
The Outstanding Faculty Award winner is committed to ensuring that all Rebels begin their careers with a wealth of financial knowledge
The Grateful Rebel: Dan Tuntland
The 2026 Outstanding Alumnus shows his profound appreciation for UNLV through personal and professional deeds that resonate today, tomorrow, and far beyond.
UNLV Launches ‘Destination Degree’ To Help Students Complete Their Bachelor’s Degree
New initiative helps returning and current students find their way forward to a UNLV degree; includes partnership with education non-profit Earn to Learn.
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